2628 June 2026 // Haywards Heath

The Sussex running festival

After an incredible first year, Sussex RunFest is back on the last weekend of June. A community festival built by runners, for runners: a whole weekend to move, learn, and connect.

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RunFest will be the perfect blend of movement, community, music, and fun.

What and when

Sussex RunFest is a grassroots running and wellbeing festival, organised entirely by volunteers. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just getting started, there’s a place here for you.

Move

Trail runs, road runs, strength and conditioning classes, run-focused yoga and mobility work.

Learn

Inspiring talks, practical workshops, injury and coaching clinics, nutrition advice, and a focus on running well and feeling good.

Connect

Social runs, games, challenges, music, and an unforgettable weekeend with the local running community.

26–28 June

Happening at various venues around Haywards Heath.

What to expect

RunFest is packed with things to do — runs, sessions, talks, challenges, and social events across the weekend. You're free to pick and choose, seeking out the experiences you most connect with.

Here's a flavour of what's in store in 2026 (keep checking back - we have lots more in development!):

Friday evening

  • "Your mind is your strongest muscle" - pre-race visualisation with MindFuelBody coach Tamara Miller
  • Start the weekend with a bang with the social, high-energy Rave Run

Saturday

  • Kick off the day with a choice of community group runs
  • Lessons from a self-supported Ironman with MindFuelBody coach Tamara Miller
  • Building a resilient racing mindset with mathathon athlete and coach Ben Short
  • Race day nutrition and fuelling with nutrition coach Claire Reyner
  • Feet, shoes, and injuries with podiatrists Steph Parsons and Suzanne Grange
  • Strength and conditioning classes with coach Stephen Luxton
  • Try out Reformer Pilates with Rise Wellbeing Studio
  • Flexibility and mobility for runners with long-distance runner and triathlete Laura Collins
  • Create a drawing on the Strava Art Run
  • 'In conversation' with IAU 24 Hour world champion and world record holder Sarah Webster

Sunday

  • Ease into Sunday with a choice of community group runs
  • Connect with nature with outdoor yoga
  • Explore how running supports mental health with Run Talk Run founder Jess Robson
  • Learn about modern approaches to common injuries with sports therapist Kit Liu

What people said in 2025

"Totally broken, but incredible weekend of rave runs, trail runs, Strava art runs, treasure hunt runs, yoga, circuits, Hop Rox, beer km, insightful talks and learnings, Prosecco plank, dancing, and an awful lot of sweating. Bring on 2026!"
"An epic festival of running, movement and education, but more than that it was full of fun, laughter and good vibes with memories that will last a long time!"
"I honestly had the best weekend I’ve had in such a long time!"

Ready to join us?

Sussex RunFest 2026 takes place on the last weekend of June. Tickets are available now — grab yours and start looking forward to a brilliant event.

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Would you like help organise and run the event, lead a run or class, give a talk or be a marshal? Would you like to become a partner or sponsor?

Get in touch! We'd love to talk about it and hear your ideas.

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