Wings for Life World Run

May 10, 2026

The Wings for Life World Run is a global charity event held annually on the first weekend of May, aiming to fund spinal cord research with 100% of entry fees donated . Participants start simultaneously at 11 UTC in cities and via the official app, and race until they’re caught by the moving “Catcher Car” finish line . Rather than racing to a fixed distance, each runner's finish depends on when the Catcher Car overtakes them . In 2025, the event broke records with over 310,700 participants across 68 countries, raising approximately €8.6 million for spinal-cord injury research. The next edition will take place on May 10, 2026, with registration opening November 5, 2025