Great North 5k
Join the Party!
Join us and be part of the biggest weekend of sport in the North East!
The Great North 5k kicks off the Great North Run weekend celebrations in style on Friday 9th September at 6pm, on a fun and fast 5k route on the Newcastle Gateshead Quayside. The Friday evening event provides a party atmosphere with the celebrations on the Quayside continuing long after you cross the finish line!
Race Packs
Great North 5k event packs can be collected on race day – full details will be included in the pre-event day event information. If you would like your event pack mailed to you in advance there is an additional £2.00 charge payable on entry. Simply select this option on the entry form.
UK Athletics 5K
The first of it’s kind, UK Athletics 5k Road Championships, will be taking place right after the Great North 5k. You can find out more here. Make sure you stick around to watch the runners in action.
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Event Timetable
Below is the event day timetable and start times. Please note, this may be subject to change.
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What You Get
By taking your place on the start line, you’re already part of something really special. Great Run events are renowned for being well-organised, safe, and inclusive and the atmosphere and support is always unbelievable.Obviously you’ll have bragging rights for the foreseeable, but you’ll also get…
- A huge round of applause as you cross the finish line
- A shiny new, special edition Great North 5k medal, an exclusive finishers t-shirt plus a finisher’s bag filled with goodies
- Official event day photos available to view and purchase a couple of days after the event, so smile for the cameras!
- Your official result ready shortly after you cross the finish line
- Runners Rewards – access to special offers for participants, from our partners and sponsors as a well done.
