ABOUT US
WE ARE A CASUAL 5KM FUN-RUN WITH THE MUSIC, LIGHTS AND VIBES TO KEEP YOU AND THE PARTY GOING! AND NOW, WE'RE TAKING NI RAVE RUN TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH STORMONT 5/10K. FROM NEWBIES TO SERIOUS RUNNERS WE WELCOME EVERYONE TO JOIN THE VIBES OF AN NI RAVE RUN.
BEHIND THE RUN
Join NI Rave Run to be part of a community that's all about fun, fitness and freedom.
Hosted by a winning World Masters Athletics medalist, running coach and lover of Ibiza, Tracey Atkinson, our events are all about moving the body while having a blast.
We welcome everyone who wants to experience the thrill of a high-energy, low-commitment run, and join a movement that's redefining both the running experience, and offers an alternative options for a night out.
OUR TIMELINE
2012
BRAIN SURGERY
Tracey Atkinson, our host, was diagnosed with a brain tumour and developed epilepsy. Following brain surgery, she began to run to improve her health and to make her strong. With a shaven head, she put on a pair of trainers, and the 'run bug' began.
2015-2018
HOBBY TO PASSION
Following her couch to 5k journey and local park runs, Tracey began to compete at top levels in running. From silver medals at European Masters in Spain to running for her country, running stopped being a hobby and began being a huge part of her life.
2019-2025
NEW LEVELS
Achieving a sub-3 hour marathon time in Dublin, Tracey wanted to use her new superpower to achieve something positive beyond her own achievements. Her daughter was born with missing fingers, so she challenged herself to 12 countries, 12 races 12 months to raise awareness and funds for Reach Charity.
APRIL 2025
NI RAVE RUN
After raising over £7,000 for charity, Tracey wanted to find a new way to continue having an impact. Her love for running combined with the love for music gave way to a running concept that raises money for charity, gets the community running, provides a night-out alternative, and also supports feeling safe in the city centre at night at a time when violence against women was rising.
APRIL 2026
GROWTH
As we sell out every week, we began experimenting with new formats, more dates and new ways to bring the fun of the run to as many as possible. This year, we worked with Acti-Snack, Culture Night Belfast and Boost Drinks to support our growth. And, we intend to keep growing and bringing the running party vibes to as many people as possible!