ABBATHON 5k & 10K Run

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ABBATHON 5k & 10K Run
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Grab your flares and running shoes - it’s time to dance your way through Heaton Park at the Abbathon 5K & 10K! With iconic ABBA hits powering every step, this feel-good fun run is pure joy for music lovers, runners, and dancing queens alike.
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ABBATHON 5K, ABBATHON 10K and ABBATHON 1 Mile
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Calendar
Sat, Feb 21, 2026
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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Where and when

Location
Heaton Park, Bury Old Rd, Manchester M25 0EQ, UK
Start times
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026
ABBATHON 5K: 10:30 AMABBATHON 10K: 10:30 AMABBATHON 1 Mile: 10:30 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for ABBATHON 5k & 10K Run
ABBATHON 5K
Distance
5km
£29.99
ABBATHON 10K
Distance
10km
£31.99
ABBATHON 1 Mile
Distance
1mi
£29.99

Route information

Heaton Park Course

What's included

ABBATHON 5K & 10K – ABBA Themed Fun Run
Join us for the ABBATHON 5K & 10K Fun Run – an ABBA-themed fun run like no other!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just a devoted ABBA fan, this event is for everyone who wants to celebrate the music of ABBA while enjoying a scenic 5K or 10K run (or walk) through one of the city's most iconic parks.
What to Expect:
💃 Dress the part (optional)– Come in your favourite ABBA-inspired outfit or recreate one of their iconic retro looks!
🎵 Music to set the mood – The atmosphere starts strong with ABBA’s biggest hits playing at the start line.
🎤 ABBA Tribute Performance & Warm-Up – Our ABBA tribute act will perform live for at least 45 minutes before the race kicks off – the perfect way to warm up and get into the groove!
🏃 Music Guides – Run alongside our music guides, each carrying a speaker, so you can enjoy music as you run! While we can’t guarantee music coverage for the entire route, our team will be spread out to keep the tunes going.
📸 Free Event Photographs – Professional photographers will capture some of the best running moments. Photos will be available for free on our website within 72 hours after the event to share and treasure.
⏱ Chip-timed race – For those chasing a PB or wanting to track their pace, all runners will be provided with race bibs featuring chip timing. You’ll receive your official time after the run, so you can see how you did – whether you're racing competitively or just curious.
🏅 Special-Edition Finisher’s Medal – A one-of-a-kind medal inspired by iconic ABBA elements. The perfect keepsake to show off your ABBATHON pride!
🍉 Post-Race Refreshments – Refuel with fresh fruit after you cross the finish line.
👕 Limited Edition ABBATHON Finisher’s T-Shirt (£19.99 extra cost)
✨ An inclusive, fun-filled atmosphere – Whether you're running, jogging, or walking, this event is for ABBA fans of all fitness levels.
This isn’t just a race – it’s a celebration of music, community, and fun with fellow fans. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience!
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How to get there

Heaton Park, Bury Old Rd, Manchester M25 0EQ, UK
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Here’s how to get to Heaton Park from Manchester city centre:
🚋 By Tram (Easiest & Most Popular)
Route: Take the Metrolink Yellow Line towards Bury.
Stop: Get off at Heaton Park tram stop.
Journey Time: ~15–20 minutes from central stops like Piccadilly Gardens or Victoria Station.
Cost: ~£2–£4 depending on time/day and how you pay (contactless or paper ticket).
Bonus: The tram stop is right by the park entrance on Bury Old Road.
🚌 By Bus
Several bus routes serve the park area, including:
135 – from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens to Heaton Park gates (stop: Middleton Road / Heaton Park)
59, 484, 164, 165, 90 – run from various city locations and nearby suburbs
Journey Time: 25–35 minutes depending on route and traffic
Fare: Standard Manchester bus fare (~£2 per journey)
🚖 By Taxi / Uber
Journey Time: ~10–15 minutes from central Manchester
Cost: Around £10–£15, depending on traffic
🚲 By Bike
There are several cycle routes into Heaton Park from central Manchester
Bike racks are available at park entrances
🚶 On Foot
It’s around 4.5 miles (~7.2 km) from Manchester city centre to Heaton Park
Walking takes around 1.5 hours along Bury Old Road

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Event day logistics

Saturday 21st February 2026
Abba Tribute Starts: 9:00AM
Run Starts: 10:30AM
Heaton Park, Manchester

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