The Purple Wave continues in 2023 with our 2.5k and 5k event! This event will be hosted in Platt Fields Park on Wednesday 1st March.

We want as many staff, students, alumni, and friends as possible to join us as a part of the Purple Wave community – running, walking, or jogging. It doesn’t matter if you have never taken part in an organised run before or if you are a seasoned runner- this event is for everyone.

Timings of waves:

12:20pm – 5k
1:30pm – 2.5k
2:15pm – 5k

Registration is via the Students Union website under the Events sections. To go directly to the registration page click this link, entry costs £3 (+£5 if you would like to purchase a purple t-shirt to run in). If you are a member of staff, an alum, or a friend of the University, you should use the ‘Public’ button.

If you choose to register as a Purple Wave fundraiser, supporting Manchester’s Cancer Research, your ticket will be free to you with no minimum fundraising target.