Terry Fox Charity Run in Brno

Come run with us, walk the route or simply enjoy a lovely afternoon for a good cause. Terry Fox was a young Canadian who, after his own experience with cancer, decided to run across Canada to help people going through the same illness. His courage and belief that one person can change the world around them continue to inspire people today. This year, we are carrying his legacy forward in Brno and running for the patients of the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute and their loved ones.

The run is non-competitive and open to everyone. Athletes, non-athletes, children, families, and anyone who would simply like to walk the route at their own pace. Entry is free.

More information about the event

When and where

Sunday, 20 September 2026, 1:00–4:00 PM. Nová Zbrojovka, Lazaretní 9, Brno. The 5 km run starts at 1:30 PM and the children’s run starts at 2:30 PM.

A run for everyone

You can run the 5 km route for a personal best, jog it at an easy pace or simply walk it. A 100 m children’s run will be prepared for young runners.

Helping together

We will run for children and patients of the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno. We will support toys, small aids and canistherapy.

About the charity run

The Terry Fox Run in Brno is a charity event for children, adults, families, athletes, and non-athletes alike. It is not about racing, results, or rankings. It is about the joy of movement, a shared experience, and supporting a good cause.

We will meet on Sunday, 20 September 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Nová Zbrojovka, Lazaretní 9, Brno.

The 5 km run will start at 1:30 PM, and the 100 m children’s run will start at 2:30 PM.

We are running for the patients of the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno. We want to support people who are undergoing cancer treatment, as well as their loved ones.

Entry to the event and registration are free. We will be very grateful for any voluntary contribution to the collection via Donio.

The event will be hosted by the Maple Bear Brno elementary school team. We believe that children learn the value of helping others best through real experiences, and the Terry Fox Run is a beautiful opportunity to bring together school, families, community, and charity.

Run information for the 5 km and 100 m routes

Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026
Event time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Nová Zbrojovka, Lazaretní 9, Brno
Start of the 5 km run: 1:30 PM
Start of the 100 m children’s run: 2:30 PM
Routes:
5 km adult run, 2 laps, route map
100 m children’s run, route map
Both routes are shown below.
Registration and entry to the event are free. Please register online in advance if possible. It will help us better estimate the number of participants and prepare enough small participation gifts for the runners. Registration will also be possible on site on the day of the event.
Bag storage: during the event, a bag storage area will be available where participants can leave their personal belongings during the run. Please do not leave valuables there.
Refreshments: after the run, small refreshments will be waiting for the runners.
Run format: non-competitive, with no timekeeping and no announcement of winners.
Voluntary contribution: via Donio to support the collection for the patients of the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno. Each registered runner will receive a small participation gift from us as a thank you for taking part.
Transport and parking: during the event, the street inside Nová Zbrojovka will be closed. If you arrive by car, parking will be possible via the entrance near ZET.office. However, we recommend arriving with enough time in advance. Other parking options may be available nearby or along Svitavské nábřeží. We recommend using public transport. The nearest stops are Vojenská nemocnice, tram lines 2 and 3, or Náměstí Republiky, tram line 4.

A 5 km adult run and a 100 m children’s run will be prepared. The adult route consists of two laps, with one lap measuring approximately 2.5 km. The route will also include a small highlight, a short passage through Industra Coffee. The route is suitable for everyone. You can run it for a personal best, jog it at an easy pace, or simply walk it. What matters is not how fast you go, but that you take part and help support a good cause together with us.

The 100 m children’s run is prepared for young runners who want to enjoy the atmosphere of the start, finish and cheering together. It will take place in a friendly spirit, with no timekeeping and no ranking.

The routes will be clearly marked, and organisers will be present at important points to show participants the right direction. You do not need to worry about not knowing where to go or where to continue. Just come, enjoy the friendly atmosphere and take part at your own pace.

By registering online, you will help us better prepare the event facilities and small participation gifts for the runners. Registration will also be possible directly on site on the day of the event.

Accompanying programme, what you can look forward to

For children and families

100 m children’s run
A short run for young runners who want to enjoy the atmosphere of the start, finish and cheering together.

Maple Bear Brno Elementary School Workshops
Creative and fun activities for children prepared by the Maple Bear Brno elementary school team. A space where children can try something new, create, and take part at their own pace.

OneClub Brno
Sports activities for children and adults, a warm-up before the run, and a gymnastics performance on stage.

Aneta Academy
Tennis activities for children. A playful way to enjoy movement, coordination, and the joy of sport.

Království sušenek
A creative workshop where children and adults can decorate their own cookies.

Bouncy castle
A favourite stop for children who will still have energy after the run.

Helping together

Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute
A first aid demonstration and the main charitable purpose of the whole event. We will run for children and patients of the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno. We will support toys, small aids, and canistherapy.

Voluntary collection via Donio
Entry and registration are free. However, we will be very grateful if participants choose to make a voluntary contribution to the collection for the patients of the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno.

We will continue to update and add more details to the programme. But already now, you can look forward to an afternoon that brings together charity, movement, families, local partners and a warm, friendly atmosphere.

For runners and adults

5 km charity run
You can run the route for a personal best, jog it at an easy pace, or simply walk it. The run is non-competitive and open to everyone.

NamOMent massages
Short free sample massages focused locally on a selected part of the body. A little care for runners and visitors.

Taping & Bowen Therapy
Support for runners and visitors. Taping for extra support of strained areas, and Bowen Therapy as a special bodywork technique to help release the body after movement.

Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute
A demonstration of self-examination and primary prevention of cancer.

Relaxed atmosphere and event facilities

PBS Velká Bíteš corner and chillout zone
A place to rest, pause, and recharge during the afternoon.

Radio Krokodýl DJ
Music, energy, and a hosted programme that will help create the atmosphere of the whole event.

Industra Coffee
Great coffee, cakes, and pleasant refreshments for both children and adults.

Food and drink stalls
Food and drinks for runners, parents, children, and everyone who comes to cheer and enjoy the afternoon.

A collection for children and patients at the Department of Radiation Oncology

Entry to the event and registration are free of charge. But the main purpose of the run is to help, where even small support can bring great relief. This year, we will run in support of patients of the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute in Brno, especially children undergoing radiation therapy, and activities that help them and other patients get through difficult moments of treatment a little more calmly.

The proceeds from the collection will help with the purchase of toys and small aids for children who are waiting for radiation therapy or are undergoing it. These small things can help children take their mind off the hospital environment, bring them a sense of safety and offer a small moment of joy at a time that may not be easy for them.

The support also includes canistherapy, meaning visits from therapy dogs. Contact with a dog can bring patients calm, distraction, closeness, and a simple human moment that helps them briefly forget about treatment, waiting, and worries.

Every contribution matters. Thank you for helping with us.

Run registration

Registration is free and will help us better prepare the event facilities and small participation gifts for the runners. Choose your route, add your team name if you have one, and come enjoy a charity afternoon with us at Nová Zbrojovka.

Who was Terry Fox

Terry Fox was a young Canadian who was diagnosed with cancer and lost part of his leg because of the illness. Still, he decided to do something extraordinary. In 1980, he set out on his Marathon of Hope, a run across Canada to raise money for cancer research and to help people going through treatment similar to his own.

He did not run for fame or victory. He ran to show that even one person can inspire millions of others. His legacy lives on around the world through the Terry Fox Run, charity runs that bring together children, adults, schools, families and whole communities.

The Terry Fox Run in Brno carries this idea forward. It does not matter who finishes first. What matters is that we come together, get moving and support people who are undergoing cancer treatment, as well as their loved ones.