Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26

London, England
Thursday 31 December 2026
5km · 1.61km
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Flat Fast Battersea Park 2 lap Course with Chip Timing. Race to be conducted under UKA Rules. 5K road on a flat certified 2 lap course + 266m. CLUB RACING EVENT For aspiring Club Runners Entry Standard sub 16:00 mins Men, Sub 19:30 Women. (please do not enter if you have not run these times. We will offer extra places closer to the event if entry limit is not reached) Entry Limit Age Groups: SEN, U20

FAQs.

When is the Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26?

The next Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26 is Thursday 31 December 2026. It includes a 5km and a 1.61km.

When should I start training for the Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26 2026?

The Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26 is on Thursday 31 December 2026. For the 5km, Dangelo's plan is 8 weeks, so start on Monday 9 November 2026. Starting earlier than this is fine. Use the extra weeks for easy running.

What is the Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26?

Flat Fast Battersea Park 2 lap Course with Chip Timing. Race to be conducted under UKA Rules. 5K road on a flat certified 2 lap course + 266m. CLUB RACING EVENT For aspiring Club Runners Entry Standard sub 16:00 mins Men, Sub 19:30 Women. (please do not enter if you have not run these times. We will offer extra places closer to the event if entry limit is not reached) Entry Limit Age Groups: SEN, U20

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When to start training

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8 weeks

Start by Monday 9 November 2026 for the full build to race day.

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Starting later than that? Dangelo shortens the build to fit the time you have left, and you'll still get a structured, achievable plan for Friday Night Under the Lights Race Series 26.

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Every week counts back from 31 December, so base, build, peak and taper land exactly where they should.

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