Looking for an exciting way to support a great cause? Join Team Lily and take part in one of our charity events to help us fight mitochondrial disease.
Browse our charity challenges below and sign up solo or with friends and family. Whether you prefer sports or social events, there’s something for everyone.
To find out what events are taking place closer to home, please select the region you’re interested in: East, Northern Ireland, London, South, South East, Midlands, North East, North West, Scotland, South West, Wales and Yorkshire.
Don’t see an event that suits you? Why not organise your own? Whether it’s a personal challenge or a group activity, we’re here to offer support and advice to ensure your event is a success.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be helping to create positive change for those living with mitochondrial disease.
Thank you for your support x
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Lily Events - Awareness
‘Take a Stand’ against mito. Set up an awareness stand anywhere in your local area with lots of passing traffic and help put mito on the map!
Lily Events - Quiz
Calling all quiz fans! As we near the end of 2024, our CEO and founder Liz will be hosting a special virtual Christmas Quiz. It’s FREE to join, but we’d love you to donate £15 towards our “Because of you” Christmas campaign and be entered into our draw for the chance to win a Christmas prize.
Lily Events - Comedy
Join us once again for the annual Lily Comedy Night hosted by the fabulous Kevin Day at London’s iconic Comedy Store. He’ll be joined on stage by some of the UK's top stand-up comedians – details to be announced soon! All proceeds from ticket sales will be used to fight mitochondrial disease.
Lily Events - Boxing
Step into the ring at Lily Fight Night 2025 – no experience necessary! Join us at Clapham Grand on May 8th for an unforgettable charity boxing event to support The Lily Foundation and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Sign up today!
Lily Events - Golf
Join The Lily Foundation for the 2025 South West Golf Day at Cumberwell Park! Support those affected by mitochondrial disease with a day of golf, competitions and charity.
Marathon
Looking for a fresh charity challenge to really push yourself? The Battersea Park Marathon takes place on a totally flat course in a picturesque setting so it’s great for anyone looking to set a personal best whilst fighting mitochondrial disease.
5k/fun run
Santa in the City is a festive 3.5km charity run in London, starting by St Paul’s Cathedral. Run or walk past iconic landmarks and get into the holiday spirit. Free Santa suit and medal included!
5k/fun run
A festive 3.5km charity run in London, Santa in the City starts by St Paul’s Cathedral. Join in and run or walk past iconic landmarks to get into the festive spirit. Entry includes free Santa suit and medal!
5k/fun run
Santa in the City comes to Tunbridge Wells this December! Join this 3km festive charity run for all ages. Kids run free, and every entry includes a Santa suit and medal.
Ultra marathon run/walk
Take on an Ultra Challenge in 2025! Take part as a team or as an individual and walk, jog or run to raise funds for The Lily Foundation to fight mito. Together, we can make a difference!
Half marathon
Take part in one of the UK's most established road races – the Bath Half Marathon. Join 15,000 fellow runners on the flat, picturesque course and enjoy the electric atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a total novice, this event is perfect for everyone.
Half marathon
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is back! This closed-road, central London run is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and the City of Westminster. We have guaranteed Lily places with free registration so apply today and be there as a mito hero in April 2025.
Marathon
Join The Lily Foundation at the adidas Manchester Marathon. The UK’s second-largest marathon and one of the biggest in Europe, it’s an iconic event that draws participants of all abilities from all over the world. Always a sell-out, we have guaranteed places but they will fill quickly so sign up today to avoid disappointment!
Marathon
Join us at the 2025 London Marathon. This iconic race is on every runner’s bucket list. By being part of Team Lily you’ll know that when you cross the finish line, not only will you be a hero to everyone who knows you, you will also be a mito hero to all our families across the UK.
We have now closed applications for Lily places but we would love to welcome ballot runners.
Marathon
The next best thing to the Great North Run, the Gateshead Marathon is a road-closed race taking in all the famous landmarks of Gateshead from the Millennium Bridge to the iconic Gateshead International Stadium.
10k
Run yourself into the history books by signing up for the Hampton Court Palace 10k in support of The Lily Foundation. Starting and finishing inside the palace grounds, this iconic course takes you out along The Barge Walk and back through Home Park.
Half marathon
There’s a real buzz about the Hackney Half, which has become London’s largest and most popular half marathon. General entry is now sold out, but we have limited tickets available so act now to secure a spot at this entertaining event.
Other non sporting - Support
Every year we host a support weekend offering families affected by mitochondrial disease the opportunity to come together, relax and get access to information and support. Next year’s event will take place in Warwickshire from 18th-20th July.
Half marathon
Join The Lily Foundation at the Cardiff Half Marathon 2025, one of Europe's largest road races. Run for charity through iconic landmarks like Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium. Sign up today to help fight mitochondrial disease!
Other non sporting - Support
Save the date for The Lily Adult Support Weekend 2025! Join us at Chesford Grange, Warwickshire, for a relaxing and supportive weekend for mito adults aged 35+ and bereaved parents. Sign up for an invite today.
Other sporting - Golf
Save the date for our annual charity Golf Day at the scenic Croham Hurst Golf Course set in the rolling Surrey countryside. Keep an eye on our socials to find out when tickets go on sale and for information about sponsorship opportunities.
Swimming
We have guaranteed places for this 2-mile swim at the largest open water mass participation event in the UK. Aimed at the more experienced swimmer, you’re required to complete two full (1.6km) laps of the Serpentine (it’s recommended that you have previous experience of open water swimming).
Other non sporting - Support
The Lily Young Adult Support Weekend 2025 will once again take place at the Lake District Calvert Trust Centre, from 3rd-5th October. This is an invite-only event and is for young adults aged 18-35 who are directly affected by mitochondrial disease.
Adrenaline
Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet – the noise of the engines and the wind ringing in your ears with only the outline of distant fields below. Now imagine leaning forward out of that doorway and letting go – falling forward into the clouds, skydiving down through the air as you start free falling at over 120mph!
Adrenaline
This is the real thing and should only be undertaken by those who really want to learn what skydiving is all about! Learning to skydive solo is a big challenge and you will receive all the training required including practical and classroom sessions covering all areas of making a solo skydive from 10,000 feet.
Adrenaline
This high-octane, one-off event is great for those who only have a small amount of time available. There are no gruelling marathon-training schedules to stick to, no weekend-long treks – you only need to commit to fundraising and the jump itself. With multiple locations across the UK.
Adrenaline
Prepare for a truly unique and exhilarating experience; the fastest zip line in the world. Soar over Penrhyn Quarry where you could travel at speeds of over 100mph while you take in the breathtaking views and feel the freedom of flight.
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