Mental Elf 5k Festive Fun Run 2026 - Coventry
Participants can run or walk a relaxed 5K route through War Memorial Park, starting and finishing near the main Visitors Centre. The event includes festive entertainment, a warm-up session with a personal trainer, and fancy dress competitions for both participants and dogs. Entry includes a commemorative victory medal, with proceeds benefiting the We Grow Together outdoor wellbeing service.
What to Expect
A festive 5K walk or run supporting local mental health programs.
Event Details
Ages
Participants under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, casual runners and walkers, and dog owners
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: An inclusive and accessible event for all ages and abilities.
- Pets: Dogs are welcome to take part, including in the best-dressed dog competition.
Tips & Advice
- Use the main Visitors Centre as your start-and-finish landmark; the event route begins and ends nearby.
- Participants under 14 must attend with a parent or legal guardian, or an adult over 18 with parental permission.
- Wear Christmas fancy dress to enter the best-dressed Elf competition, and bring a dog if joining its costume contest.
- Consider fundraising toward the encouraged £50 target; fundraising is optional, and proceeds support Mind’s We Grow Together service.
- Choose comfortable footwear and clothing suited to an outdoor 5K, whether you plan to walk or run.
Special Events & Promotions
- Discounts for families, groups and corporate teams.
- A prize is offered for the best-dressed elf.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk the route rather than run it?
Yes. The relaxed 5K can be completed as a run or walk.
Are children welcome?
Everyone is welcome. Participants under 14 must attend with a parent or legal guardian, or an over-18-year-old with permission from their parent or legal guardian.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Dogs can take part, and there is a best-dressed dog competition.
What is included with entry?
A place in the 5K, a victory medal, a warm-up with a personal trainer, entertainment and entry into the best-dressed competition.
Is fundraising compulsory?
No. Fundraising is encouraged to support the We Grow Together outdoor wellbeing service.
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