Get ready, get set and go!

Registration is set to open for the world's biggest Ironkids and Night Run Bolton UK as part of the Ironman 70.3 Bolton 2025 weekend.

The two races are returning to Bolton next year, with registrations for both events opening on Thursday, November 28 at 2pm.

Those entering before January 9 will secure and early bird price.

This year saw both events at their highest ever capacity, as extra places were released due to its increasing popularity.

Every year the Ironman 70.3 weekend brings bustling crowds into the town centre, boosting the economy and showcasing Bolton to a global audience.

Next year the Night Run Bolton UK will be the opening event of Ironman 70.3 weekend and will take place on Friday, June 6.

Up to 2,000 runners will complete a 5k or 10k course, finishing under the iconic Ironman arch in Victoria square.

Ironkids UK will take place the following day on Saturday, June 7 and is open to children aged 3-16 to take on the challenge of running 500m, 1000m or 1500m.

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With the capacity increased again this year to accommodate 6,000 children, Bolton once again holds the title of hosting the biggest Ironkids in the world.

Bolton Council’s Executive Cabinet Member for Culture, Cllr Nadeem Ayub, said:“Bolton is delighted to welcome back Ironkids UK and Night Run Bolton UK next year as part of the spectacular Ironman 70.3 weekend.

“It is a great family-friendly event which grows in popularity each year and has something on offer for all ages and abilities.

“Our Ironkids is the biggest in the world and could be the first step to becoming an Ironman athlete.

“It is definitely a weekend you won’t want to miss.”

Night Run Bolton UK Race Director, Amy Hudson said: "We're very excited that both Night Run Bolton UK and Ironkids UK are returning to Bolton in 2025!

“Both events attract a lot of local support and are great for the local communities.

“Ironkids has become the biggest in the world with 6,000 kids set to head down the iconic red carpet next year. The weekend is set up to be one of the best yet!"

The full weekend schedule for Ironman 70.3 Bolton 2025 is:

• Night Run Bolton UK – Friday 6 June

• Ironkids UK – Saturday 7 June

• Ironman 70.3 Bolton – Sunday 8 June

Register your interest today to ensure you’re one of the very first to hear when entries open at https://www.ironman.com/im703-bolton-register