Rocket 5K: Race to the Finish Line!
SUNDAY 3rd MAY 2026
Join us for an exhilarating run through the heart of Milton Keynes, where speed meets spirit. Experience the thrill of the Rocket 5K and be part of a community that celebrates every stride.
Route Overview
Rocket Fuelled 5K
The Rocket 5K kicks off in the vibrant Central Milton Keynes, guiding runners along the fast and flat route to help you achieve your PB. As you approach the finish line, the route takes you to the stadium perimeter road, where the cheers of the crowd will propel you to complete your race with triumph.
Route Details & Map
Plan Your Race Day
- Race Day: Sunday, 3 May 2026
- Start Time: 09:00
- Event Village: Weatherspoon Pub, 201 Midsummer Blvd, Milton Keynes, MK9 1EA
- Course Time Limit: 45 minutes
- Age: Must be at least 11 years old on race day
- FAQ’s: Click Here
- EA Licence Permit: 29694
- UK Athletics: To be remeasured before race day
Medal Design
The Rocket 5K medal is a stunning piece of art inspired by Star Wars that symbolises speed and achievement.
One weekend. Two days of running. Three times the bling!
Runners participating in the Sunday Rocket 5K and the Marathon, Half, or Relay on Bank Holiday Monday will receive a third medal – the MK Challenge Medal.
Top 10 Finish Times
MEN 5K
| Harry Smith | 15:03 | 2021 |
| Adam Holland | 15:18 | 2024 |
| Jamie Prior | 15:19 | 2025 |
| Tim Harris | 15:20 | 2019 |
| Adam Holland | 15:22 | 2025 |
| Haydn Arnall | 15:24 | 2022 |
| Dylan Rigby | 15:26 | 2024 |
| Joseph Turner | 15:29 | 2018 |
| Robert Hickman | 15:29 | 2019 |
| Matt Kitching | 15:35 | 2021 |
WOMEN 5K
| Elle Roche | 17:19 | 2019 |
| Kelly Edwards | 17:24 | 2022 |
| Ania Gabb | 17:37 | 2022 |
| Kelly Edwards | 17:49 | 2023 |
| Katarzyna Raczkiewicz | 18:00 | 2025 |
| Melanie Wood | 18:11 | 2018 |
| Wendy Webber | 18:12 | 2018 |
| Rosanna Andrews | 18:17 | 2017 |
| Elsie Butler | 18:18 | 2018 |
| Wendy Webber | 18:34 | 2016 |