Date: Sun 1st Mar 2026
The 2026 Altra Brighton Half Marathon will be held on Sunday March 1st. The event takes in Brighton in all its beauty: you’ll run past Brighton Pavilion Pier, Hove’s colourful beach huts, the Royal Pavilion, and the British Airways i360. You’re also promised stunning sea views in 95% of the course! The race is one of the first major half marathons in the running calendar and one of the most popular races in the UK.
Registration fee - £20, Minimum sponsorship target £300.
Why join our team?
The Mental Health Foundation strives to ensure you receive the best supportive care possible. From the moment you sign up to the day of the race and beyond, the Events team will be there to offer you personalised support to ensure that you enjoy the whole process of fundraising for charity and can raise as much money as possible to support the vital work that we do!
You will receive a Mental Health Foundation running top when you sign up.

I already have my place, can I run for you?
Yes! If you have your place in the race and would like to join our team, please drop us an email at events@mentalhealth.org.uk with your vest size - we would love to welcome you to the team!
Do you have a question about the Brighton Half Marathon or any other events? Please contact our Events Team at 020 7803 1123 or events@mentalhealth.org.uk .