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Virtual Events
Virtual challenge events are events where participants complete a specified challenge on their own, at any location and time that suits them, often within a set date range. Instead of gathering in one physical place, participants can run in their local area, log their distance and time (usually with a GPS-enabled device or app), and then submit their results online. Many virtual challenges also offer digital communities or platforms where participants can connect, track progress, and share photos, creating a shared experience remotely.
Join Oxfam’s virtual events and make a real difference from wherever you are! Our virtual challenges allow you to take part in transformative experiences that bring us closer to a fairer world, no matter your location. Let’s take on the challenge together—from anywhere, for everyone.
Current Virtual Events
Virtual Race - The Everest Challenge
Can you climb the equivalent of Mount Everest in 12 weeks? In this challenge, you can go out to the hills on your daily exercise or simply tackle the stairs a couple of (hundred) times every day.....Once you've achieved an elevation gain of 8,848m, you'll just need to submit your evidence to get your well earned medal.
Virtual New Year Run
The Virtual New Year Run is designed to get you fit and healthy and energised for the next 12 months. Your goal is to rack up the marathon distance of 26.2 miles in January, finishing with one final run on January the 31st 2025.
Virtual Santa Dash - 2024
The Virtual Santa Dash is a fun 5K run to be done with friends and family or competitively on your own. Take this 5K challenge on anytime between now and the 25th of December. Do it in your running gear alone or dressed as Christmas elves with the family! Earn the official Santa Dash Medal and goodie bag.