Find an event in your area

Whether a 5k is your thing or you want to try an obstacle run, there is something for everyone and lots local to you!

Find your local event and take part for Dreams Come True. Choose your region below and scroll through the relevant webpage to find an event near you.

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How we will support you?

We will be with you every step of the way.

We offer all our runners a fantastic supporter package including:

A fundraising pack with tips and advice to help you reach your goals.
Regular emails to keep you motivated
A friendly team to support you in the run up to your event

Want to get started with your fundraising? Set up your online fundraising page now.

Any questions?

Please contact [email protected] and we will be more than happy to help.

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Josh's Darts Dream

Josh is a darts devotee who was granted his dream of attending a premier league event, and even made it on live TV!
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023

We're proud to support #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek 2023!
Donate unwanted clothes

We have teamed up with We Recycle Clothes to collect your unwanted clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories on behalf of Dreams Come True.
Morpheus

We are delighted to welcome Morpheus as corporate partners for 2023! We are very grateful for their valued support in helping us to make more dreams come true for children who have it tough.

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Ultra Challenge Series - Walk, Jog or Run!
Thames Moonlight 10 Walk

The Moonlight 10 Walk- Take on either a spirited 10 km or an energetic 10 mile looped route through the heart of London as darkness falls and the Moon rises. Experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks – including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more. A lively finish line awaits – with a glass of fizz & a special Moon medal – followed by some welcome hot food & drink.
Henley 10km

The Henley 10k is alongside the Thames Path Challenge’s main finish venue. It’s a fabulous 10 km loop through Remenham countryside with a start / finish near Henley Bridge on Sunday morning. Take it on as a Walk, a Jog, or as a Run – and get your family and friends involved.
Chiltern 50 Challenge

This 50km route covers some of the best of the Chilterns countryside. You can Walk, Jog, or Run along historic trails and over rolling hills. Passing through nature reserves, forests, and a few hills with great views - it's a route with variety and some wonderful scenery.
South Coast Challenge

Take on some of England's finest scenery as a walk, jog or run! An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, over the Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way National Trail with stunning views over the sea to a Brighton mid-point. Devil's Dyke, welcome rest stops, a few ups & downs all lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view after an 100km amazing journey.
South West Coast 50 Challenge

A new ‘South West’ challenge for 2023 – taking in the initial section of the stunning & famous 630 mile Coastal Path, which officially starts in Minehead, and close to our extensive ‘base-camp’ in the shadows of the impressive Dunster Castle. Walk, jog or run the course, and choose from the full 100km, a half challenge or even a 25km quarter challenge–it’s your challenge, your way!
Thames Bridges Trek 2023

Walk the Thames Bridges Trek on 09th September 2023! Join 2000 trekkers as we venture across the Capital taking in unrivalled views of the skyline from its best vantage points.
North Downs 50 Challenge

We are excited to bring back the popular ‘North Downs 50’ for 2023 – with a new start & finish basecamp venue in Guildford. The updated looped route takes in some of the North Downs Way, The Surrey Hills, and the magnificent views over countryside to the south. Join us for this fantastic summer challenge – with easy access from London and the surrounding area.
Thames Path Challenge

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable challenge. The 100km heads upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath, through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor, with wonderful scenery to a riverside finish line. 50km and 25km distance options are also available.

Refer a child

We only accept referrals from medical, healthcare, or social care professionals. Applications are on a first come first served basis, to ensure that no child is waiting too long for delivery of their dream.
What we do

Dreams Come True is a national Children's Charity who exists to deliver dreams to children who have it tough. We believe every child has the right to dream, no matter who they are or where they live. More info
Who we support

To ensure we reach the children who deserve our attention the most, we work with children who are living in the highest areas of deprivation in the country, and are living with a disability, serious illness, or life-limiting conditions. More info
What is a Dream?

Whether it's a break for a young cancer patient, a specially adapted trike for a child with cerebral palsy, a tablet to help an autistic teenager develop their communication skills, or a seriously ill child’s room makeover. Each dream brings a moments of magic and has a lasting impact for years to come. More info
Join the team

We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and mission and are dedicated to making dreams come true for children who have it tough.
How it works

We work exclusively with, and only manage dream referrals from, those who know the Dreamers best –medical, healthcare and social care professionals.
About us

We make dreams come true for children who are living with a disability, serious illness, or life-limiting conditions from the highest areas of deprivation in the UK. Bringing moments of magic that have a lasting impact for years to come. Our belief is that every young person has the right to dream, no matter who they are, or where they live.
Eligibility Criteria

To ensure we reach the children who need our attention the most, we have a set eligibility criteria that must be met in order to have a dream come true.
Get Involved

If you're looking to help make more dreams come true, then fundraising is one of the best ways to do it. We have plenty of ways for you to get involved!
How do I volunteer?

Without our incredible volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to fulfil any of the dreams of the children and young people who live with serious and life-limiting conditions. More info