junior parkrun is a series of 2k events for children held in areas of open space around the UK, Ireland and Australia.
They are open to all, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. The courses are marshalled so that juniors will be in sight of at least one marshal at all times.
Please see our event maps and zoom in on the area of the country you are interested in.
How old do we need to be to take part in a junior parkrun?
Children should be aged 4 and over to take part and can complete a junior parkrun until the day before their 15th birthday.
Do I have to stay with my child at a junior parkrun?
Whilst parkrun fully accepts its duty of care and will do everything it can to minimise risk of injury and harm to all participants whilst at parkrun events, it is parents/guardians who ultimately have responsibility for the welfare of their children.
It is not mandatory for a parent/guardian to participate in junior parkruns, but children under the age of 11 must be accompanied to and from the event by a responsible adult, and the responsible adult must remain in attendance for the duration of the event.
Can I walk/run with my child at a junior parkrun?
Yes, but please note that only those aged between 4 to 14 years old and on foot (eg. not those in a buggy or carried) should cross the finish line and be recorded in the results list.
We ask adults not to enter the finish funnel.
Can we bring our dog to junior parkrun?
No dogs, or other pets, are allowed to accompany a junior parkrunner or their adult on the course or accompany a volunteer at junior parkrun. The only exception to this rule is a participant accompanied by an assistance dog.
You can spectate with your dog on a lead but please stand well back from the course.
Can buggies/pushchairs take part in a junior parkrun?
Buggies are allowed, subject to course conditions, but only if the adult pushing the buggy is accompanying a junior participant.
Adults with buggies are urged to position themselves appropriately for the safety and enjoyment of all.
Can children on scooters or bikes take part in a junior parkrun?
No, the use of bicycles, balance bikes, hand cycles or scooters are prohibited at parkrun events.