Chariots of Fire September 2026

About the Event

Chariots of Fire returns in 2026 as Cambridge's premier relay race dedicated to raising funds for local charities. Since its inception, this cherished community event has rallied runners from all walks of life and skill levels, amassing over £1.5 million that supports vital causes across the city. The race is organised by HCR Hewitsons in partnership with RunThrough, ensuring an exceptional experience marked by camaraderie and athletic competition.
In just 2025 alone, Chariots of Fire helped raise more than £35,000 for Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children's Charity. This year promises to follow suit as the organising team selects another deserving charity beneficiary with an announcement expected in February 2026. Your entry fee covers all organisational costs, allowing every penny raised through your fundraising efforts to go directly towards enhancing the lives of those supported by these charities.
To ensure maximum impact and visibility for each participant’s contributions, we recommend setting up a dedicated donation page on our official platform or preferred online method. This helps track donations effectively while spreading awareness about your team's effort throughout the community.
Beyond its charitable aims, Chariots of Fire fosters an atmosphere of unity where everyone—from solo runners to corporate teams—joins together in support and celebration of positive change within Cambridge’s vibrant society. Whether you're stepping up for a friend or championing your organization, every participant plays a pivotal role in further cementing the race's legacy as both a competitive spectacle and community cornerstone.
Join us next year at Chariots of Fire to continue writing the remarkable story that this event has built over the years. Let’s come together once more to make an even greater impact on those who rely so heavily on charitable support.
Chariots of Fire invites you to be part of something truly special, as runners and supporters alike unite in a spirit of sportsmanship and solidarity for both personal achievement and philanthropic progress.

Races Offered

College Team

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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£29.16

Female Team

Sep 20, 2026

straighten

Distance — 3K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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£29.17

Male Team

Sep 20, 2026

straighten

Distance — 3K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

08:30

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£29.16

Mixed Team

Sep 20, 2026

straighten

Distance — 3K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

08:30

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£29.17

Super Veteran Team

Sep 20, 2026

straighten

Distance — 3K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

08:30

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£29.17

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Cambridge.

thermostat Temperature

11.8° / 20.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

9.5° / 17.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 44m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

14.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:34

nightlight Sunset

19:12

About Cambridge

Learn more about the host city, Cambridge.

Cambridge is a university city in Cambridgeshire in England. It is a city of crocuses and daffodils on the Backs, of green open spaces and cattle grazing only 500 yards from the market square. Cows sometimes wander into the market area, since they are not fenced in. The Cambridge of Brooke, Byron, Newton and Rutherford, of the summer idyll of punts, 'bumps', cool willows and May Balls is worth seeing.