About

A free, social, guided 5K run from The Goodsyard JQ through the Jewellery Quarter on Friday 13 November 2026, during the JQ Christmas Light Switch On. All paces are welcome.

What to expect

The run starts at The Goodsyard and is led by RUN OF A KIND.

  • Free, social, guided 5K run
  • All paces welcome
  • Speaker backpack tunes along the way
  • Dress code: fairy lights, glow sticks, sparkle
  • Jog past twinkling lights and fireworks
  • Finish at Golden Square: live music, market, festive drinks

Questions

When does The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run start and end?

The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run runs Friday, 13 November 2026, 17:30 until 19:30.

Where is The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run?

The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run takes place at The Goodsyard JQ, 53 Pitsford Street, Birmingham, Birmingham.

How much are tickets for The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run?

The Goodsyard Run Club: JQ Christmas Lights Run is free to enter.

How far is the run?

It is a guided 5K run, and all paces are welcome.

What should I wear?

The dress code is light it up.

Fairy lights

Glow sticks

Sparkle

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Getting there

The Goodsyard JQ, 53 Pitsford Street, Birmingham, B18 6FG Birmingham, England, GB

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