Events

Thursday 31 August 2023 – Run Media City

Go the distance to support children across Manchester and Salford at Run Media City this August. Whether you walk, jog or run the 5 or 10k course round the Quays, there’s a great atmosphere at this evening event, and it’s perfect for family, friends or teams to get involved together. Sign up here, and let us know you’re participating for support with your fundraising and a Wood Street t-shirt or vest.

Saturday 16 September 2023 – Neon Swim

Dig out your goggles, don your neon gear and dive into the action at the Neon Swim this September – participants swim their choice of distance, lit up by their glowsticks and neon swim caps, in a magically lit Salford Quays. You can book places and rent wetsuits here, and get in touch for help making a splash with your fundraising. 

Sunday 15 October 2023 – Manchester Half Marathon

Join over 15,000 runners in the region’s biggest half marathon in support of local children affected by poverty. You can secure your place here to take on the course solo, or with a team of family, friends or colleagues, to raise money to help provide support for children affected by poverty. Contact us for help getting your fundraising off to a racing start, and for a t-shirt or vest.

Sunday 14 April 2024 – Adidas Manchester Marathon

After a challenge for 2024? Take on the Manchester Marathon’s fast, flat and friendly route in April to alleviate the impact of poverty on local children. Sign up to hear when places become available to book, and get in touch to receive one of our charity-branded t-shirts or vests to run in, as well as for help with your fundraising.

Contact us or call 0161 834 3140 to find out more about taking on a challenge event for Wood Street Mission.