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Fundraising challenge events

Take on a pawsome physical challenge and raise vital funds for your favourite street dogs!

From fun runs to bungee jumps, we have the challenge event for you!

You can raise money for Dogstar Foundation by signing up to one of the challenges listed below. Take your pick – it could be the most fun you have all year!

Looking for an event that’s closer to home? Click here to visit our Regional Fundraising page

If you have any questions about any of our events, please contact us at fundraising@dogstarfoundation.com.

Cardiff Half Marathon

5th October 2025

The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe. It is Wales’ largest mass-participation and multi-charity fundraising event and the second largest half in the UK. Its flat, fast course passes all the city’s most breath-taking scenery and iconic landmarks including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, Civic Centre and stunning Cardiff Bay. Thousands of spectators turn out to cheer on the runners in a city renowned for its sporting passion.

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Royal Parks Half Marathon

12th October 2025

This is the most spectacular half marathon that central London has to offer – it is a unique and inspiring event. Charity runners will glide through four of London’s stunning Royal Parks, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, St James’s Park and The Green Park. The 13.1m extraordinary route brushes past London’s most famous landmarks, including The Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, all on closed roads.

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