Milton Keynes Marathon runners storm Stadium MK in an event out of this galaxy

An award-winning running festival returned to Milton Keynes, with Star Wars themed fancy dress.

A whopping 11,000 people signed up to the Milton Keynes Marathon, which took place over the bank holiday weekend.

Runners of all ages joined the Star Wars themed event, for a day that was truly out of this galaxy

People came prepared in their best fancy dress and ran for charitable causes close to their hearts.

A whopping 11,000 people signed up to the Milton Keynes Marathon, which took place over the bank holiday weekend.placeholder image
A whopping 11,000 people signed up to the Milton Keynes Marathon, which took place over the bank holiday weekend.

The Rocket 5k run launched on Sunday, May 3, followed by a half marathon, marathon, relay and a Superhero Fun Run on Monday, May 4.

All races finished at Stadium MK, where runners were met with music, celebrations and an electric atmosphere.

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