Challenge events
Move, groove, make a difference
Go the distance to reconnect lives through dementia-friendly television!
Whether you cycle, run or want to take on a challenge event, we are here for you every step of the way as you help us bring dementia-friendly television to more families and care settings across the UK.
Looking for a specific event? Take a look at our fundraising events calendar to see all of the pre-organised events you can get involved in and fundraise to support our work:
Saucony London 10K
Sunday 12 July 2026
Piccadilly, London W1J 7JT, UK
Take on the most iconic 10K in the capital on Sunday 12 July 2026. Live bands and DJs will power you through the route, which takes in some of London’s most famous landmarks - including Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben.
Whether you're chasing your first finish line or a new PB, this flat and friendly race is for you.
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival Half Marathon
Sunday 26 July 2026
301-303 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough BT26 6TH, UK
This race will start and finish within the beautiful grounds of Hillsborough Castle, before heading out onto the surrounding rural roads of Hillsborough and taking in historic attractions in the local area such as Hillsborough Fort and Hillsborough Lake, and finishing with a lap of the Gardens before crossing the finish line in the event village.
Each mile is accurately marked out with distance flags and there are plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish.
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon Sunrise)
Sunday 23 August 2026
Snowdon, Caernarfon LL55 4UL, UK
Beautiful Snowdon - a popular summit trek by day-time, it forms a real challenge by night.
Standing at the summit by moonlight will be an unforgettable experience, as will seeing the sunrise from the mountain slopes as we descend. Witnessing the spectacular landscapes opening up before us as the day grows lighter is a magical and unforgettable experience.
Altrincham 10K
Sunday 06 September 2026
14 Greenwood St, Altrincham WA14 1RZ, UK
Starting and finishing in the centre of Altrincham Town, take the unique opportunity to run a 10K around the closed roads of Altrincham.
The event village and start line are within walking distance from the metro, making this event easily accessible for all.
Great Scottish Run Half Marathon
Sunday 04 October 2026
Glasgow G2 1DH, UK
With a city centre start and finish, the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, great people, personality, and humour.
Thousands of runners take part each year to challenge themselves and to raise money for good causes. And Scotland’s friendliest city always delivers on the support front too, with crowds of locals turning out each year to cheer and high-five from beginning to end. Plus there are medals, finisher t-shirts and bragging rights for all!
Royal Parks Half Marathon
Sunday 11 October 2026
London, UK
This is the most spectacular half marathon that central London has to offer - it is a unique and inspiring event.
Charity runners will glide through four of London's stunning Royal Parks: Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James's Park and Green Park. The 13.1mile extraordinary route brushes past London's most famous landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, all on closed roads.
Plus, the event village in Hyde Park hosts a fantastic food and fitness festival, ensuring a brilliant day out for runners and supporters alike.
The Royal Parks Half is a beautiful event with charity at its heart and has raised nearly £60 million for over 1000 charity partners since 2008.
Amsterdam Marathon (Area B)
Sunday 18 October 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Join over 47,000 runners from over 140 countries for this unique city marathon! The event begins and finishes in the Olympic Stadium and provides a scenic course that is flat and fast-paced.
Runners will follow the route along the Amsel River and through the Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark. Amsterdam is known as one of Europe's most stunning cities, and the Amsterdam Marathon allows runners to take in all of the major sights in a fantastic world-class event.
Tatton Park 10K
Saturday 07 November 2026
Knutsford WA16 6QN, UK
Come and join us for the return of the Tatton Park 10K on Saturday 07 November. This fast, undulating, road closed 10K race set at the beautiful Tatton Park in Cheshire is a perfect opportunity to set yourself a PB.
The race starts, runs around the roads inside and finishes within the park grounds.
Can't find something here to suit you?
If you can't find something to suit you, or you want to fundraise as part of a different event not listed here, then we will still support you.
You can apply for a place and set up your own fundraising page - and let us know so that we can cheer you on!
