Sea of pink to take over Abington Park this weekend as Race for Life events head to Northampton

Cancer Research hosts Race for Life events across the country every year, as part of one of its biggest fundraising campaigns. Every year, the event makes its way to Northampton in July with a range of challenges for all the family.

This year will see a sea of pink take over Abington Park on Saturday July 11 and Sunday July 12, with five events.

Here’s everything you need to know about Race for Life 2026 in Northampton…

When?

Northampton Pretty Muddy Kids:The five kilometre muddy obstacle course for children aged six to 12 will take place at 9.45am on Saturday July 11. An supervising adult is allowed to be with the participant.

Northampton Pretty Muddy: The adult version of the muddy event, which is also five kilometres, will also take place on Saturday July 11 from 10.30am.

Northampton 10k: The 10 kilometre race will set off from 9.30am on Sunday July 12.

Northampton 3k and 5k: Both of the shorter distances will start at 10.30am on Sunday July 12.

Where?

All five events take place in Abington Park. The meeting point is the top field of the park, close to the junction of Abington Park Crescent and Park Avenue South.

The routes go through Abington Park and are on a mix of pathways and grass.

Other information

Parking, refreshments and toilets are all available at the start/finish line of the events. Dogs are allowed.

Organisers say the event is not accessible or suitable for pushchairs. There is also not a bag drop facility at the event.

Can I still sign up?

Yes, sign-ups are still open. Entrance fees for the events range from £10 to £22.49.

All sign-ups across all events also come with a minimum fundraising target of £50.

Visit the Race for Life website here to sign up.

Weather forecast

According to the Met Office, the sun will shine over Abington Park for the feel-good events. Both Saturday and Sunday are predicted to be full sun, with highs of 29C on Saturday and 28C on Sunday.