Nike's After Dark Tour 10K to Race on London City Airport Runway

On Oct. 17, the Nike After Dark Tour 10K will feature a unique course. Runners will start and finish at Silverworks Island, crossing the London City Airport runway. The race offers a rare chance to run on an airfield.

The course is flat, with the highest point at 14 meters. Runners will navigate boardwalks, gravel paths, and narrow sections along the docks. The event is part of a global tour, with London being one of four 10K stops. Read more gear coverage.

The airport closes to flights by 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays, ensuring the runway is empty. Entry costs £45 and is open to those 18 and over. Waves are seeded by predicted 10K times, with bib collection at Nike's Oxford Circus store. Related: Spectator Guide for 2026 Chicago Marathon.

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What should runners know about Nike's After Dark Tour 10K to Race on London City Airport Runway?

Runners will cross the runway at London City Airport for the Nike event. On Oct. 17, the Nike After Dark Tour 10K will feature a unique course. Runners will start and finish at Silverworks Island, crossing the London City Airport runway. The race offers a rare chance to run on an airfield.

When did Runner World publish this gear brief?

Runner World published this brief on October 14, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated October 14, 2026.

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