Market Harborough Carnival Run 2026
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Your Carnival 10k Race is back for 2026 and this year it's got a little sister . . .

Market Harborough Carnival returns on 6/6/26. And to celebrate all things six this year we're mixing things up a bit. . . So, you’ve got a choice to make. Why not take on the traditional 10km route starting and finishing in The Carnival Showground in the very middle of Market Harborough’s beautiful town. You’ll run through closed, spectator packed roads as you make your way out through the town centre and the full party atmosphere of our annual summer Carnival in full flow. Exit the town and enjoy the gentle climb up to scenic waterside views of the Grand Union Canal as you loop around the newly refurbished canal path. Then it’s back down into the mayhem, past the iconic Old Grammar School before a quick sprint around the Showground to the all-important finish line. Not quite ready to take on a full 10km? Why not run our new 6km route? All the party atmosphere of the 10km run but remaining in and around the town centre. Starting and finishing with all our other runners you too will experience the crowded fun of the Harborough’s best annual summer party. After the races have finished, your medal will give you FREE access to an afternoon and evening of carnival stalls, events, music and sunshine.* We’d be delighted if you’d choose to join us for what promises to be another fabulous day. Once you have signed up, you will receive an information pack containing more details. Please note that for the 10km race there is a 90 minute cut off time and unfortunately the course is unsuitable for wheelchair users. SIGN-UP NOW TO GUARANTEE YOUR PLACE – this hugely popular race has sold out well in advance for each of the last four years. We can’t wait to see you on the start line on Saturday 6th June 2026. Paul & Katie - Your Carnival Race Team * Really got our fingers crossed for the sunshine