It’s no secret that The Islands of Guernsey are well equipped for getting active. Our cliff paths and coastal routes make for scenic hikes, the sea surrounding our Islands is perfect for wild swimming, and our beaches are ideal for yoga.
Each year, many large, organised sporting events take place across our Islands. If you're interested in taking part, many are open to locals and visitors alike, and all events welcome cheering spectators, if that's more your scene.
From epic walks and runs, to marathons and triathlons, there's lots to try out. Whether you’re a beginner looking for that first event to train for, a family wanting to take part as a team, or a competitive professional, there's something for you. We’ve listed all of the events announced for this year to help you find your next sporting challenge.
Guernsey Park Run
When: Every Saturday Morning
Where: Pembroke Bay
Who: Open to all (including children and dogs)
A 5k run every Saturday morning, all year round. The Park Run is an off-road course next to a beautiful beach, with many runners going for a swim or stopping in for a bite to eat and a drink at The Beach House at Pembroke afterwards. You’ll be running alongside runners of all abilities, as well as children and dogs, so this is the perfect, relaxed event for all. There is no need to book, just turn up in your running kit between 9 and 10am.
EY Easter Running Festival 2025
Where: Around Guernsey
When: 18 April - 21 April
Who: Over 18s. Separate Junior Event. Open to spectators
The EY Easter Running Festival has an excellent reputation for its quality and friendly competition from the front of the field throughout standards and ages. The 2025 festival includes a 5km road race, 4.75-mile full course cross country, 4x1 mile relay race and 10km road race.
The Junior Easter Running Festival is a three day event taking pace in conjunction with the main EY Easter Running Festival. It includes an exciting variety of races including a beach run, cross country and a relay race.
The Sure Guernsey Marathon 2025
Where: Around Guernsey
When: 6 April
Who: Over 18s
The Sure Guernsey Marathon is a popular sporting event in Guernsey. The race is split into three categories with the relay race taking place along with the marathon, as well as the 'the marathon mile'. The day will be open to runners of all levels wishing to take part in their chosen race.
The event will welcome a variety of runners, from elite & semi-professional athletes competing for the top prizes, to friends & colleagues taking part as a team in the relay, and families having fun whilst raising money for their chosen charity.
GU36 - The Guernsey Ultra
When: 18 May
Where: Around Guernsey, starting and ending in St Peter Port
Who: Only suitable for experienced long distance runners
The GU36 is a 36-mile race around Guernsey, perfect for those wanting to challenge themselves with an ultra distance. There will be multiple checkpoints along the route to allow runners to replenish their energy. This is a mixed terrain race, so competitors can expect everything from cliff paths to coastal routes and concrete.
The waiting list on the GU36 website is available for those wanting to sign up. Those who sign up for the waiting list will find out if they have a place in the race a minimum of 10 weeks prior.
The Saffery Rotary Walk
When: 7 June
Where: Around Guernsey, starting and ending in St Peter Port.
Who: Open to all
A challenging walk around Guernsey, this 39 mile route follows the coast from St Peter Port, along the south coast, towards the west and north of the Island and then back round to St Peter Port. You'll be treated to expansive vistas on the cliffs, cheering support through town and great sea views on the west coast.
The Saffery Rotary Walk is one of the largest charity fundraising events on the Islands of Guernsey and, throughout the years, has supported dozens of worthy charities.
You can walk it solo, in a group, or as part of a relay team.
The Alderney Regatta
When: TBC
Where: Alderney
Who: Open to experienced sailors, spectators welcome
The Alderney Sailing Club will host an annual weekend of great sailing, hospitality and fun.
The programme of events will be published closer to the time.
The Butterfield Half Marathon
When: 14 September
Where: Around Guernsey
Who: Open to anyone aged 17+
Challenge yourself to a 13.1-mile coastal route, starting at L’Eree in the South West of the Island, running along the seafront and finishing in St Peter Port. Visitors are welcome to sign up and experience this unique half-marathon route.
All finishers will receive a commemorative medal and have the option to order a free souvenir running t-shirt or vest. This year, competitors will also have the option to forgo a t-shirt or vest and, instead, a donation will be made to Butterfield Half Marathon’s charity of choice for the equivalent cost of each item. Please select from these options when registering for the event.
It is important to note that any entries made after Sunday 30th June will not be guaranteed a t-shirt or vest, so we therefore recommend entering as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
The Polar Bear Swim
When: 25 December - time TBC
Where: La Vallette Bathing Pools
Who: Open to all
The Guernsey Swimming Club are holding the annual Polar Bear Swim on Christmas Day. This event is open to everyone of all ages and always proves to be a fantastic atmosphere, a great start to your Christmas morning.
Boxing Day Swim
When: 26 December - Time TBC
Where: Cobo Bay
Who: Open to all
The best way to refresh after a day of celebrating, the Boxing Day swim is an annual event taking place at Cobo Bay. Join thousands of islanders who brave the cold and take a dip in the sea. Funds raised go towards the upkeep of local charity the Guernsey Cheshire Home, who aim to provide care and opportunity for people with serious physical disabilities.
Be sure to keep an eye on this space, as more sporting events will be added as they are announced.
