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.
To find out what events are taking place closer to home, please select the region you’re interested in: East, Northern Ireland, London, South, South East, Midlands, North East, North West, Scotland, South West, Wales and Yorkshire.
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.
Thank you for your support x
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Lily Events - Golf
Tickets are now on sale for our annual charity Golf Day at the scenic Croham Hurst Golf Course. Join us in Surrey’s rolling countryside for plenty of fresh air, friendly competition and fundraising on the fairway – and the chance to get your hands on the coveted Lily Cup!
5k/fun run
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 mito whilst enjoying a day out.
Half marathon
Inspired by our 2025 London Landmarks legends? Fancy taking on one of the UK’s most iconic half marathons to help beat mitochondrial disease? Register today for a place in London Landmarks 2026 with Team Lily!
Ultra marathon run/walk
Take on an Ultra Challenge in 2025! Take part as a team or as an individual and walk, jog or run to raise funds for The Lily Foundation to fight mito. Together, we can make a difference!
Lily Events - Support
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.
Ultra marathon run/walk
Whether you’re a walker and new to challenge events, an experienced trekker, a marathon enthusiast upping the distance or a seasoned ultra runner after UTMB points, the South West Coast 50 will most probably tick the box for you!
Lily Events - Support
Save the date for The Lily Adult Support Weekend 2025! Join us at Chesford Grange, Warwickshire, for a relaxing and supportive weekend for mito adults aged 35+ and bereaved parents. Sign up for an invite today.
Half marathon
All of our places for the Great North Run have now SOLD OUT. How about joining us for another event? We have plenty of fabulous half marathons to choose from!
Ultra marathon run/walk
Challenge yourself to a 10k or 10-mile walk on a looped route through the centre of London as darkness falls. Enjoy the city under the stars, with a finish-line celebration, fizz, medal and hot food, all whilst raising funds to help fight mitochondrial disease.
Swimming
We have guaranteed places for this 2-mile swim at the largest open water mass participation event in the UK. Aimed at the more experienced swimmer, you’re required to complete two full (1.6km) laps of the Serpentine (it’s recommended that you have previous experience of open water swimming).
Obstacle
Get your Tough on for The Lily Foundation! Just 15k and over 20 obstacles stand between you and Tough Mudder glory.
Lily Events - Support
The Lily Young Adult Support Weekend 2025 will once again take place at the Lake District Calvert Trust Centre, from 3rd-5th October. This is an invite-only event and is for young adults aged 18-35 who are directly affected by mitochondrial disease.
Half marathon
Looking for a challenge that’s as meaningful as it is memorable? Lace up your trainers and join Team Lily fighting mitochondrial disease at the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2025!
This event is now SOLD OUT but click through if you’d like to join the waiting list.
Marathon
Join the Yorkshire Marathon and Team Lily to help fight mitochondrial disease. Soak up the Yorkshire spirit, enjoy some breathtaking views and glory in the roaring cheers as you cross the finish line. Sign up today!
Other sporting
Run for Lily at the south coast’s biggest and best running event. With a course steeped in inspiring history, salty sea air and breathtaking coastal views, it’s a run like no other.
Ultra marathon run/walk
More than just a spooky stroll, this is the most hair-raising hike around some of London’s scariest streets and historic haunts! Take on this spook-tacular challenge for The Lily Foundation and help fight mitochondrial disease.
5k/fun run - Family friendly
A fun run for the younger ones that takes on an undulating 1.5k loop within the grounds of the iconic Alton Towers Resort.
Bonus – all participants receive FREE access to the rides after the race. That’s a full day of fun included in your entry!
10k
Lace up for an action-packed 10k race through the best bits of the UK’s most famous theme park. From Oblivion to The Smiler, from Nemesis to Mutiny Bay... run past these iconic sights then – the best bit – enjoy free admission to the park after the race, worth £34 per person! Open to those aged 15 and over.
5k/fun run
Come and join us at the UK’s biggest theme park, Alton Towers, for this 5k event around the park. Open to those aged 11 and above.
FREE ride access after the race, worth £34, is included in your entry!
Half marathon
Join Team Lily for the Alton Towers Half Marathon – a thrilling two-lap race through the UK’s favourite theme park. Take in iconic rollercoasters and incredible scenery, then enjoy free access to the park for the rest of the day. Open to runners aged 17+.
Lily Events - Comedy
We’re delighted to announce that the Lily Comedy Night will be returning to The Comedy Store on 2nd February 2026. Keep an eye on our socials to find out when tickets for this popular fundraiser will be released.
Half marathon
Run the popular Bath Half Marathon for The Lily Foundation and help change lives!
Marathon
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!
Marathon
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.
Adrenaline
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!
Adrenaline
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.
Adrenaline
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.
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