The Night Run is returning to the streets of Bolton town centre in Greater Manchester on Friday, June 5, 2026. The event offers 5k and 10k options and will kick off the town’s annual IRONMAN weekend; organisers and the council say it is expected to include up to 1,800 runners and attract thousands of supporters into the local area for the evening.
Participants will start on Le Mans Crescent and finish in Victoria Square in front of Bolton Town Hall, with the route taking runners through Queens Park and surrounding town-centre streets. Organisers, The IRONMAN Group, say registration is open and demand is strong for the 2026 event.
Visit Bolton and Bolton Council say the run is designed for people of all abilities and that many participants choose to take part in fancy dress. The event is promoted as a way to boost the local economy, encourage community participation in sport, and provide an accessible introduction to the IRONMAN weekend.
Bolton Council warns there will be road closures and parking restrictions in place across the town centre during the evening to keep runners safe. Closure times vary by street and year, so residents and business owners are encouraged to check the council and IRONMAN websites for the full list of affected roads, exact timings and any parking controls, and to plan travel in advance. The race is scheduled to start at 19:00 (7:00 PM).
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