About this Event
This October, we're bringing runners together to reclaim the streets, raise awareness and show that everyone deserves to feel safe, supported and seen while running.
Whether you're a regular runner, new to running, part of a club or simply want to be part of the movement, everyone is welcome.
This year, we're delighted to be partnering with Albany Road Run Club and Roath Park Runners, who will be providing fantastic run leaders to support you throughout the run.
📍 Riverside Social
We'll meet at Riverside Social from 5pm before heading out for a 5K or 3K group run through Cardiff.
Our runs are suitable for different abilities, with a no one left behind approach.
Afterwards, join us back at Riverside Social for a post-run social with food, drinks, music and good vibes. Own The Night runners will also receive 5% off at Riverside Social.
What To Expect
- Free 5K & 3K group run through Cardiff
- Runners coming together to Own The Night
- Post-run social at Riverside Social
This event is part of Own The Night | Be The Light 2026, encouraging everyone to play their part in creating safer running spaces through practical allyship and action.
BlissKraft X Own The Night
We’re also excited to be teaming up with BlissKraft on an exclusive Own The Night reflective scrunchie.
You can purchase yours online before the event, or pick one up at our Cardiff Own The Night Run on 25 October to wear on the night.
£1 from every scrunchie sold will be donated to Welsh Women’s Aid.
Want To Help Out?
Are you LiRF qualified and happy to support as a run leader? We’d love to hear from you.
You can sign up to volunteer at a Welsh Athletics Own The Night Run using our .
By signing up, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing throughout the run and agree to follow the instructions of our run leaders.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PM
Arrival & Welcome
Host: Welsh Athletics
Info: Meet us at Riverside Social for a short introduction to the Own The Night campaign and an overview of what to expect from the evening.
🕑: 05:15 PM - 05:30 PM
Own the Night Briefing
Host: Welsh Athletics
Info: Routes, safety information and a quick group briefing before we head out.
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Own the Night Run
Host: Welsh Athletics
Info: 3K & 5K group runs, choose your distance and join us as we Own The Night together.
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Post Run Social & Event Close
Host: Welsh Athletics
Info: Music, food, drinks and good vibes, with 5% off for Own The Night runners.
Event venue & nearby stays
Riverside Social, Millennium Walk, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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