The Christie Charity Festive Dash

A family-friendly festive 5K in Manchester at Wythenshawe Park, with optional fundraising to support The Christie’s new cancer scanning centre.

The Christie Charity Festive Dash is a family-friendly 5K celebration at Wythenshawe Park, Manchester. Participants can walk, jog or run in festive fancy dress, meet Santa and enjoy live entertainment, while raising funds to help build a new scanning centre at The Christie.

Date: Sunday 29 November 2026
Start time: 10.30am
Location: Wythenshawe Park, Manchester, M23 0AB

Timetable:
09.30am | Event village opens
10.30am | Dash starts
12.00pm | Event village closes

• Distance: 5 km (2 x 2.5 km loops)
• Non-competitive and non-timed atmosphere (as described)
• Families welcome; dogs and buggies welcome (as described)
• Medal and t-shirt included
• Fundraising optional; suggested minimum sponsorship £50

Entry fees (as listed): £0, £6, £10, £14, or family entry £28.