Experience the atmosphere of the Great Birmingham Run with this event!
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun?
The AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great Birmingham Run sees our smallest runners (aged 3-8) take on a 1.5km dash, while Junior runners (aged 9-15) tackle a supercharged 2.5km sprint.
With the same distinctive carnival atmosphere as the main event, the next generation of athletes will be off to a flying start.
Have a look at this highlights video for inspiration!
On top of lots of high fives and cheering supporters and an incredible sense of achievement, all runners will get:
- A t-shirt and a finisher's medal to show to all of your friends
- A safe, secure and fun-filled route with roads closed to traffic
- Bragging rights of being part of the biggest and best kids' running events.
For these events, sign up directly with the event organisers via their website, and then please let us know by completing this short form.
Would you like to take part?
Date: Saturday, 1st May 2027
Location: Birmingham
Registration fee: Mini entry £18 & Junior entry £19 payable direct to the event organisers.
Minimum sponsorship pledge: There's no minimum sponsorship - just raise whatever you can!
Please note that Shine does not have any charity places in the Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Runs - it's necessary to sign up with the event organiser to get places.
Accessibility
Great Run events are inclusive, and wheelchair participants are allowed. Please read the information on their website under their FAQs.
More information
Mini entrants (3-8 yrs) must run with a parent, each child should be entered into the event. When you receive your child's race number, there will be an adult race bib with it. If both parents wish to run with their child, you can collect an additional adult bib on the day from the event's Information Point.
Junior entrants (9+) do not need to be accompanied by an adult, although this can be requested upon entry if required, each child should be entered into the event.
For more information on child, parent and family entries, please click here.
