Take on a Challenge – Change Lives
Whether you’re chasing a personal goal or looking for a new adventure, taking on a physical challenge is a powerful way to stay fit, have fun, and help change someone’s life.
Physical Challenges You Can Take On
- Half Marathon / Marathon – Push your limits by running a half or full marathon while raising vital funds
- Skydiving – Looking for an adrenaline rush? A skydive is an unforgettable way to support a great cause.
- Mud Runs & Obstacle Courses – Test your strength and endurance, get muddy, and have fun while fundraising.
- Cycling Events – From long-distance rides to local cycling challenges, get on your bike and make a difference.
- Sponsored Walks – Prefer something less intense? A sponsored walk through parks or city streets can still have a huge impact.
Join the Fight for Better Mental Health
You can also sign up below to our sponsored events, at a discounted price in aid of Birmingham Mind and help support better mental health across Birmingham.
Everyone who takes on a physical challenge for Birmingham Mind will receive a free running vest or event t-shirt, a dedicated contact within our fundraising team and email support for any questions along the way.
Every challenge taken, every mile covered, helps change lives across Birmingham and Solihull.
Wolverhampton 10k
Wolverhampton 10k 2026
- Location: Start & Finish at Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4QR
- Date: 29th March 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 2nd March 2026
Great Birmingham Run - 10k
Birmingham 10k 2026
- Location: Start & Finish Broad Street, Birmingham
- Date: Sunday 3rd May 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 6th April 2026
Great Birmingham Run - Half Marathon
Birmingham Half 2026
- Location: Start & Finish Broad Street, Birmingham
- Date: Sunday 3rd May 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 6th April 2026
Royal Sutton Fun Run 8.5mile
Royal Sutton Fun Run 2026 – 8.5 miles
- Location: Start & Finish The Parade, Sutton Coldfield
- Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
- Applications Open: 31st January 2026
- Application Deadline: When event is sold out.
- Once you have secured your place, please inform us via email to receive your free running vest or event t-shirt
160Ft Bungee Jump - Tamworth
160ft Bungee Jump
- Location: Cliff Lakes, Tamworth B78 2DL
- Date: Saturday 25th July 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 24th June 2026
Run Solihull - 5K
Solihull 5K 2026
- Location: Start & Finish at Malvern Park, Malvern Park Ave, Solihull B91 3EA
- Date: Sunday 9th August 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 27th July 2026
Run Solihull - Half Marathon
Solihull Half Marathon 2026
- Location: Start & Finish at Malvern Park, Malvern Park Ave, Solihull B91 3EA
- Date: Sunday 9th August 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 27th July 2026
Birmingham Running Festival 10k
Birmingham Running Festival 10k
- Location: Start & Finish at Town Gate, Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT
- Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 17th August 2026
Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon
Birmingham Running Festival – Half
- Location: Start & Finish at Town Gate, Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT
- Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
- Application Deadline: Monday 17th August 2026
Bournville Leafy 10k
A popular 10k multi terrain race through the picturesque parkland and paths of leafy Bournville.
- Location: Start & Finish Rowheath Pavilion, Heath Rd, Birmingham B30 1HH
- Date: Sunday 27th September 2026
- Applications not open yet
- Application Deadline: When event is sold out.
- Once you have secured your place, please inform us via email to receive your free running vest or event t-shirt