Looking for an exciting way to support a great cause? Join Team Lily and take part in one of our community fundraising events to help us fight mitochondrial disease.
Browse our charity challenges below and sign up solo or with friends and family. Whether you prefer sports or social events, there’s something for everyone.
Find local events near you
To find out what fundraising events are taking place closer to home, please visit the Run for Charity website then select the region you’re interested in.
Organise your own charity event
Don’t see an event that suits you? Why not organise your own? Whether it’s a personal challenge or a group activity, we’re here to offer support and advice to ensure your community event is a success.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be helping to create positive change for those living with mitochondrial disease.
Help put mito on the map during World Mitochondrial Disease Week. Setting up an awareness stand is a brilliant way to get people talking about mitochondrial disease in your community. We’ll provide everything you need to get started – all you need to do is pick your spot.
Join the Butterfly Run at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park – a family-friendly, inclusive event for all ages and abilities. With 1k, 5k and 10k race options plus fun-for-all-ages activities, it's a great way to help fight mitochondrial disease whilst enjoying a day out.
The Highlands are calling… New to the Lily calendar, the Inverness Half Marathon is a popular 13.1-mile spring race through a scenic Scottish landscape. Featuring a flat, fast route alongside the River Ness and an electric finish-line atmosphere, it’s ideal for both first-timers and runners chasing a personal best.
Do you know your general knowledge from your nonsense? Fancy turning trivia into real support for people affected by mitochondrial disease? Then it’s time to host your own Big Lily Quiz Night – the perfect recipe for fun, facts and fundraising with friends!
Take on an Ultra Challenge in 2026! Take part as a team or tackle it as an individual and walk, jog or run to raise funds for The Lily Foundation to fight mitochondrial disease. Together, we can make a difference!
Challenge yourself on the Chilterns 50km loop, or take the 25km option. Scenic trails, rolling hills and a celebration at Henley Basecamp, all while fundraising to help fight mitochondrial disease and fund vital research.
Save the date for our Young Adult Weekend – two days of excitement and adventure for mitochondrial disease patients aged between 18 and 35 in the beautiful Lake District.
Clear your calendar for Tuesday 23rd February for our Lily Comedy Night! Keep an eye out for ticket announcements soon! Every ticket sold helps support patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease and fund life-changing research.
Run the Bath Half Marathon in 2027 for The Lily Foundation. Discover the beauty of the UK’s only World Heritage City whilst helping to fight mitochondrial disease. We have a limited number of places available so sign up before they’re gone.
SOLD OUT! To join the waiting list or inquire about upcoming race opportunities, please email Janet at [email protected].
Take on the Prague Half Marathon 2027 and make every mile count. By joining Team Lily, you’ll experience one of Europe’s most beautiful races while helping fund vital support and research into mitochondrial disease.
Take on the adidas Manchester Marathon with Team Lily and help fight mitochondrial disease. With its flat course and incredible crowd support, it's perfect for first-timers and seasoned runners alike. Join us on 18th April 2027 and be a mito hero.
For one year only, the iconic London Marathon is breaking tradition, extending the event over two days. This is your chance to be part of the first Saturday London Marathon ever.
It’s the biggest and it’s the best... Run this epic race, tick off something extraordinary on your bucket list and help raise awareness of and funds for mitochondrial disease. We have a limited number of places available, but hurry – they’re going fast!
Calling all golfers! We’re heading back to Cumberwell Park Golf Club the South West on Friday 28th May 2027 for a charity golf day you won't want to miss. Grab your friends or colleagues, polish your clubs and watch this space for ticket releases!
The Lily Family Support Weekend 2027 will take place at the Chesford Grange Hotel in Warwickshire from 16th-18th July. This is an invite-only event for families with children under the age of 18 (including bereaved families) who have been directly affected by mitochondrial disease.
Join us in October 2027 for an unforgettable evening of fun and fundraising in aid of patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Next year’s Lily ball will be bigger and bolder than ever before, so mark your calendars for this very special night of celebration and support.
Imagine standing at an open doorway in an aircraft at 10,000 feet, engines roaring in your ears. Now imagine letting go, freefalling at 120mph through the clouds to change lives. Every second of that adrenaline-pumping drop helps us fund vital research and support for patients and families. So why not make this the year you take the leap for Lily...
This high-octane, one-off event is great for those who only have a small amount of time available. There are no gruelling marathon-training schedules to stick to, no weekend-long treks – you only need to commit to fundraising and the jump itself. With multiple locations across the UK.
Prepare for a truly unique and exhilarating experience; the fastest zip line in the world. Soar over Penrhyn Quarry where you could travel at speeds of over 100mph while you take in the breathtaking views and feel the freedom of flight.
