The Chocolate 5K

The Chocolate 5K is an event for everyone.

We welcome participants of all ages and fitness levels; you can walk, jog or run your way around the chocolately course at your own pace with your friends, family or solo!

Children of all ages can take part – the course is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. If you have a child under five joining you, there is the option for them to take part for FREE (and not receive a goodie bag).

If you need assistance, you’re welcome to bring a carer or aide with you to the event free of charge; please just inform the Events Team when you are signing up and again at the registration tent on the day, so we can take note of this. 

We can provide chocolate alternatives for participants with dietary requirements e.g. vegan.

You will be able to sign up online until midday on Wednesday 26 March 2025. After this, you will be able to sign up on the day at our Events Village, however, please know prices will differ and entries will be available on a first-come first-serve basis. 

Yes, but be aware there will be chocolate all around which can be very harmful to dogs. We can’t take any responsibility for the health and safety of any pets attending on the day, so please ensure any four-legged friends are kept a close eye on to avoid any risk of chocolate consumption, as this can be deadly. There will be no vet medic present on the day, so please bare this in mind.

There is no minimum sponsorship for this event, however we do ask for everyone to raise as much as they can. There’s no donation too big or small, and every penny makes a difference. To say thank you; there will be special treats in store for raising certain milestone amounts like £50! 

Why not pledge to raise one of the below amounts to receive a treat as a thank you when hitting your target? Hit one of the below fundraising milestones, in return for the following:

• Pledge to raise £25, receive an exclusive Chocolate 5K wrist sweatband

• Pledge to raise £50, receive an exclusive Chocolate 5K head sweatband

• Pledge to raise £100, receive a special Chocolate 5K t-shirt

• Pledge to raise £175, receive all three items to kit-kat yourself out from head to toe!

This event is perfect for all the family, and there are special discounted tickets for groups signing up, such as our ‘family ticket’ for two children and two adults. We also have ‘adult and child’ tickets available!

Whatever you’re comfortable in to do a 5k fun run.

If you want to embrace your inner Oompa Loompa or favourite chocolate snack, fancy dress is encouraged!

Terms and conditions are as follows:

I / we accept that by signing up to this event I / we are consenting to receiving ALL information about this event, including a fundraising pack and sponsorship forms. I / we accept the responsibility of informing Birmingham Hospice should I wish not to receive event specific communications. 2. I / we acknowledge that Birmingham Hospice will take all reasonable steps to minimise the risk of accident or injury to participants during this event. I / we accept full responsibility for ourselves whilst participating in this event and understand that Birmingham Hospice cannot accept liability for any loss or damage to personal property, injury or death. I / we also accept that I am responsible for my dog/s if I bring them to the event. Birmingham Hospice are not responsible should for my dog being around chocolate and cannot accept liability for any injury or death. 3. I / we confirm that I am sufficiently fit and healthy to take part in this event. Should this change, I / we will seek medical advice prior to the event. I / we accept that it is it my / our responsibility when booking to let Birmingham Hospice know of any dietary requirements, allergies or intolerances when signing up to the event, and additionally when checking in on the day of the event, to ensure any needs can be catered for. 4. I/ we understand that under 18 year olds must be accompanied by a registered adult at all times. 5. I / we understand that Birmingham Hospice may photograph or film me as a participant, and that such photographs and footage may be used for commercial and / or fundraising purposes in the future. I / we accept the responsibility of informing Birmingham Hospice should I wish to not be photographed. 6. I/ we take full responsibility for any costs attributed to our participation in this event and will not deduct any expenditure from funds raised. I / we accept the responsibility to ensure that all fundraising monies/donations received in connection with this event are paid to Birmingham Hospice (we kindly ask that you do this as soon as possible after the event). 7. I / we accept that should I / we no longer be able to take part in this event, I / we will be unable to claim a refund for my registration fee. Any sponsorship collected will be refunded to the donor or gifted to Birmingham Hospice on instruction 8. I / we agree to abide by any rules, instructions and regulations given before, or on the day of the event by event officials. I / we accept Birmingham Hospice’s right to refuse entry to participants. 9. I / we accept that Birmingham Hospice reserves the right to reduce, alter, change or cancel the event to accommodate unexpected conditions or complications on the day that may affect participants, volunteers and staff.