Tickets on sale for Mental Elf Canterbury Festive Fun Run 2026
East Kent Mind is delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for Mental Elf Canterbury Festive Fun Run 2026.
The festive 5km event will take place on Sunday 29th November 2026, starting at 10am. It will raise vital funds to support the mental health and wellbeing services provided by East Kent Mind and Revival Food & Mood across the local community.
Mental Elf is a family-friendly fundraising event, open to people of all ages and abilities. Whether you want to run, jog, walk, or simply enjoy a fun festive morning outdoors, the event offers a great opportunity to get active and spend time with others. You can exercise while supporting your local mental health charity.
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Last year’s Mental Elf event was a huge success, with more than 330 entrants taking part in the 5km route through Westgate Gardens. Participants ran, jogged and walked their way around the course, helping to create a joyful community event. The event starts at the Canterbury Umbrella Centre, with the 5km route taking participants through Toddler’s Cove, along the riverside walk within the Hambrook Marshes to Tonford Lake, before returning to finish back at the Umbrella Centre.
The route will be clearly marked, with stewards along the way to encourage participants and help guide them around the course.
Fancy dress is not essential, but it is strongly encouraged. Mental Elf is a chance to embrace the festive spirit, and we will once again be running competitions on the day, including best-dressed elf and best-dressed pet. Everyone who takes part will also receive a special 2026 Mental Elf medal.
Mental Elf Canterbury tickets available now!
Early Elf tickets are now available at a reduced rate. Tickets are £13 for adults and £6 for under 14s. A special discount code is also available on our ticketing platform. Just type: mind
Taking part in Mental Elf is a fun and positive way to support your own wellbeing, while also helping to raise funds for services that make a difference to people across East Kent.
Physical activity can play an important role in supporting mental health. Being active outdoors, spending time with others and taking part in community events can all help to reduce stress, improve mood and support overall wellbeing.
Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. There will be no parking available at the Canterbury Umbrella Centre car park, so participants are encouraged to walk, jog, cycle, use public transport or car-share wherever possible.
To find out more or to book your place, visit the Mental Elf Canterbury Festive Fun Run 2026 page.
