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Bedfordshire's largest running fest, where running meets festival fun & magical memories are made!

The Bedford Running Festival is more than just a running race! Including:
- Bedford Half Marathon
- Bedford Twilight 10K
- Bedford 5K
- Bedford 20
- Bedford Mini Miles
- Live music
- Open Air Cinema
- Comedy Club
- Yoga and wellness classes
- Street food market
- Running seminars
- Recovery zone
- Kids club

WHY NOT TRY SOMETHING NEW AND JOIN US FOR A REAL RUNNING FESTIVAL THIS SUMMER!

21/09/2026

Why do you run?

Everyone has their own reason. Maybe it’s for the challenge, the fitness, the headspace, the community… or simply because you love it!

We want to know what gets you out the door?
Tell us your reason for running in the comments!

17/09/2026

A huge thank you to our 2026 charity partners!

One of the things we love most about the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival is seeing the local community come together, our charity partners are such a huge part of that.

This year, thousands of pounds were raised for some incredible local charities, thanks to all the amazing runners who chose to take on the festival and fundraise for a cause close to their hearts. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We’re so proud to have been able to give our charity partners free places and a platform to share the incredible work they do within our community.

A massive well done to every charity, every fundraiser and every runner who helped make a difference.

We can’t wait to welcome you all back for BRF 2027!

Are you a local charity that would like to get involved?
📩 Contact [email protected] to find out more about our charity package.

15/09/2026

We want to know… which distances have you taken on at the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival? 👇

Have you joined us in the Mini Miles.
Maybe you’ve ticked off the 5K.
Maybe the Twilight 10K is your favourite.
Maybe you’ve conquered the Half Marathon or 20 Mile.
Or perhaps you’re one of our double or triple finishers!

Now, the big question…

📅 What are you taking on in 2027?
Tell us in the comments:
✨ What distance/distance(s) have you done before?
🎯 What distance/distance(s) are you planning for 2027?

📍 Russell Park, Bedford
📅 Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 September 2027

Who’s already got their 2027 distance(s) picked?

14/09/2026

🎉 BRF 2027 IS LIVE!

Did someone say… do it all again?!

After an incredible weekend at Russell Park, we’re already looking ahead to the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival 2027!

📅 Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th September 2027
📍 Russell Park, Bedford

The same brilliant festival. The same fantastic distances. And a whole new line-up of live acts to be announced soon…

And the best bit? Super Early Bird prices are LIVE NOW! 🎟️

If you loved BRF 2026, why not make sure you’re part of the 2027 weekend too? Secure your place now while Super Early Bird prices are available!

BRF 2027 — let’s do it all again!

13/09/2026

Can you believe this time last week, the ATW Events Bedford Running Festival 2026 was almost over?!

What a weekend it was! From the first steps over the start line to those unforgettable finish-line moments, there were goals achieved, PBs smashed, miles conquered and plenty of hero moments along the way.

And of course, there was all the fun in between! 🎶🎡☀️

It’s safe to say we’re already missing the buzz of the festival…

Thank you to everyone who made BRF 2026 so special.
But don’t go anywhere just yet… 👀
We’ve got something VERY exciting to announce tomorrow.

12/09/2026

BRF is all about choosing your own challenge… and these 11 runners decided that one or two just wasn’t enough!

They took on THREE distances across the weekend, collecting three finishers’ medals along the way and earning themselves some serious triple finisher bragging rights. 👏

And there was one more triple hero joining them: our fantastic pacer & tail walker, who covered three distances while supporting everyone else out on the course.

But while we’re giving these guys their moment in the spotlight, there’s something we want to make clear…

BRF isn’t about how far you run. It’s about having a go.

Your first 5K. Your tenth half marathon. A PB. A run with your mates. Taking on your biggest challenge yet. Cheering from the sidelines.

Every achievement counts. Every finish line matters.

So, triple finishers… this one’s for you!
🏅🏅🏅

And to everyone who joined us at BRF 2026, thank you for making it such a brilliant weekend.

11/09/2026

So many moments. One brilliant weekend. 🥰

From smashing the finish line to soaking up the festival atmosphere… there was a lot going on at the ATW Events BRF!

Which was your favourite moment? 👇

We want to know!

10/09/2026

It takes a community to make a festival…

From our registration & baggage marshals, finish line heroes and pacers, to our commentators, drummers and warm-up team… 🙌

And then there’s the crowd. The families, friends and supporters who turned up with homemade signs, loud cheers and serious levels of encouragement! 📣

You all make BRF what it is.

Thank you for being part of our community. ❤️

08/09/2026

The team behind the Bedford Running Festival… 👀

You’ve seen the races, the medals, the finish lines and the festival atmosphere, but do you know the team behind it all?

Swipe through to find out a little more about ATW and what we get up to when we’re not at BRF! 👋

And if you’re not already following us, head over to ATW Events and come and see what’s next. 👀🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏊

Address

Bedford
MK41

Website

http://www.bedfordrunfest.co.uk/

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