London Virtual Race

Mind the Miles. London Is Calling.

From royal palaces and centuries-old streets to red buses, black cabs and one of the world's most recognizable skylines, London is a city where history and modern life meet around every corner.

The London Virtual Race is part of our Race the World Series—a collection of virtual running and walking challenges inspired by incredible destinations around the globe.

You don't need a plane ticket to join this adventure.

Choose your distance, complete your miles from wherever you are, and earn a collectible London finisher medal celebrating one of the world's most iconic cities.

Choose Your Distance:
1 Mile • 5K • 10K • Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) • Marathon (26.2 Miles)

🇬🇧 Collectible London finisher medal
🎽 Race bib included
🏃 Run, walk, jog or hike
🌎 Complete your race anywhere
📅 Complete September 1–December 31, 2026
👟 Five distances to choose from
✈️ Part of the Race the World Series
❤️ 15% of every registration is donated to World Central Kitchen

LONDON IS CALLING

Imagine starting your journey beneath the shadow of Big Ben.

Passing centuries of history.

Crossing the Thames.

Catching sight of a red double-decker bus.

And finishing your adventure in the heart of London.

Your actual course may be thousands of miles away—but that's the beauty of a virtual race.

Your neighborhood can become London.

Your favorite trail can become your sightseeing route.

Your treadmill can take you across the Atlantic without ever leaving home.

No passport. No jet lag. Just miles.

EARN THE LONDON FINISHER MEDAL

Complete your chosen distance and earn the official London Race the World finisher medal. 

Let it become your souvenir from a journey completed entirely on your terms.

Display it by itself or collect the Race the World medals as you virtually travel from city to city.

Every medal represents another destination.

Every destination represents another challenge completed.

And every challenge tells part of your story.

HOW DOES THE VIRTUAL RACE WORK?

1. CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE

Select your adventure:

1 Mile | 5K | 10K | 13.1 Miles | 26.2 Miles

Whether you're looking for a fun one-mile walk, chasing your next 5K or ready to conquer 26.2 miles, there's a challenge waiting for you.

2. COMPLETE YOUR MILES

Run, walk, jog or hike your chosen distance anytime between September 1 and December 31, 2026.

Complete your miles around your neighborhood, at a park, along a trail, at the gym, on a treadmill—or wherever your adventure takes you.

3. TRAVEL AT YOUR OWN PACE

No flights to catch.

No tour group to follow.

No crowded starting line.

Walk every mile.

Run for a personal record.

Or simply use your London challenge as motivation to get moving.

4. CELEBRATE YOUR DESTINATION

Reach your finish line and celebrate your virtual trip across the pond with your collectible London finisher medal.

WHAT COMES WITH MY REGISTRATION?

Your London Virtual Race registration includes:

🏅 Official London Race the World finisher medal
🎽 Race bib
👟 Your choice of five distances
❤️ Donation to World Central Kitchen
🌎 Access to the Virtual Run Events racing community

 

RUN, WALK OR HIKE — EVERYONE IS WELCOME

You don't have to be an experienced runner to Race the World.

Walkers and hikers are absolutely welcome!

The London Virtual Race is perfect for:

• Runners and walkers
• Travel lovers
• London enthusiasts
• England and UK fans
• British history lovers
• Medal collectors
• First-time 5K participants
• People working toward a fitness goal
• Anyone with London on their bucket list
• Anyone who loves destination-themed challenges

Indoor and outdoor miles count, including treadmill miles.

Your race. Your pace. Your adventure.

PART OF THE RACE THE WORLD SERIES

London is part of the Race the World Series—a collection of virtual challenges designed to help you explore incredible destinations one mile at a time.

Continue your journey with destinations including Paris, Rome, Tokyo, New York City, Cairo, Rio de Janeiro, Sydney and Athens.

Explore the Race the World Series

How many destinations will you conquer?

Collect the medals. Explore the world. One mile at a time.

YOUR MILES HELP FEED PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD

Your London adventure can make a difference far beyond your own finish line.

15% of every registration is donated to World Central Kitchen, which provides meals to communities affected by natural disasters, humanitarian crises and emergencies around the world. 

Learn more about World Central Kitchen

That means your registration isn't only helping motivate you toward your own goal—it also helps support an organization providing meals when communities need them most.

WHAT IS A VIRTUAL RACE?

A virtual race gives you the freedom to complete your challenge wherever works best for you.

Run outside.

Walk your neighborhood.

Explore a trail.

Use a treadmill.

Complete your miles alone or invite friends and family to Race the World with you.

There is no required starting location and no crowded race morning.

You choose the place. You choose the pace. You create the finish line.

SAVE 30% AS A VIP MEMBER

Planning to visit more destinations with us?

Join the Virtual Run Events VIP Membership Program for $5 per month and save 30% on your orders for as long as your membership remains active.

With new races added regularly, VIP membership is especially useful for frequent Virtual Run Events participants and Race the World medal collectors.

Become a VIP Member & Save 30%

YOUR LONDON ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

London may be across the ocean.

Your starting line doesn't have to be.

Choose 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or Marathon and complete your London Virtual Race anytime through December 31, 2026. 

Lace up.

Choose your route.

And start your journey.

London is calling. Will you answer?

🌎 Race the World — One Mile at a Time.