Looking for an exciting way to support a great cause? Join Team Lily and take part in one of our charity 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 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 event is a success.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be helping to create positive change for those living with mitochondrial disease.
Dig out your Christmas jumper, pour yourself a glass of mull and join us for a joyful evening of festive fun. Hosted by our CEO and founder, Liz, our virtual Christmas quiz guarantees laughter, friendly competition and plenty of holiday cheer.
The laughs are back – the Lily Comedy Night returns! Join host Kevin Day and comedian Marcus Brigstocke, plus more top comics yet to be unveiled, for an unforgettable night of fun and fundraising – all to support families affected by mitochondrial disease. Tickets now on sale!
Early bird tickets are now on sale – just £180 for a limited time only. The Lily Foundation Ball is returning in 2026, and it’s set to be our most spectacular celebration yet – with comedian Dominic Holland just announced as our host for the evening!
Be a local mito hero! 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 have to do is pick your spot.
Dash through the streets of London this Christmas at Santa in the City! Join hundreds of Father Christmases for a 4km festive charity run and help bring hope to families living with mitochondrial disease by supporting The Lily Foundation. Includes FREE Santa suit and finisher’s medal!
Join Team Lily at the Bath Half Marathon. Race with 9,000 fellow runners through traffic-free streets, past iconic Georgian landmarks and cheering crowds. We have guaranteed Lily places with no registration fee, so come and discover one of the UK’s most beautiful cities whilst helping to fight mito.
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 19th April 2026 and be a mito hero!
It’s the biggest and it’s the best... Sign up for the London Marathon with The Lily Foundation! Run 26 miles in 2026 and help raise awareness of and funds for mitochondrial disease.
We’ve now closed applications for Lily places, but would love to welcome ballot runners.
Save the date for our South West Golf Day 2026. Taking place once again at Cumberwell Park Golf Club in Wiltshire, join us for a relaxing game of golf to raise essential funds in support of those affected by mitochondrial disease.
Run, walk or jog the Cotswold Way in support of The Lily Foundation. With a range of distance and sponsorship options, this charity challenge lets you experience the rolling hills and charming villages of this beautiful part of the UK.
Every year we host a support weekend in Warwickshire offering families affected by mitochondrial disease the opportunity to come together, relax and get access to information and support. Find out more.
Save the date for the Lily Adult Support Weekend 2026! Join us at Chesford Grange, Warwickshire, for a relaxing and supportive weekend for mito adults aged 35+ and bereaved parents of adult patients.
Walk, jog or run the Thames Challenge, from Putney Bridge to Henley. Choose from various distances along the scenic towpath, and enjoy full support and a celebratory finish-line, all while fundraising to help fight mitochondrial disease and support affected families.
Join The Lily Foundation in the Great North Run 2026 and help raise funds to fight mitochondrial disease. Register your details today for your chance to secure a place with Team Lily in this, the most iconic half marathon on the planet!
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.
Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet – the noise of the engines and the wind ringing in your ears with only the outline of distant fields below. Now imagine leaning forward out of that doorway and letting go – falling forward into the clouds, skydiving down through the air as you start free falling at over 120mph!
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.
