Society Birmingham is celebrating this year’s Great Birmingham Run with a weekend of activity for both runners and supporters – from free pints at the finish line to a family-friendly sign making workshop in the lead-up.
Across Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May, Society will host a free sign-making workshop, inviting families, children and friends of participants to create personalised banners and messages to cheer on their loved ones. The drop-in sessions are designed to bring an extra sense of atmosphere to race weekend, giving supporters a fun and creative way to get involved.
On Sunday 3rd May, Society will also be raising a glass to the city’s runners, giving away free pints of its exclusive collaboration beer to those who complete the Great Birmingham Run.
After crossing the finish line, runners can head to Society and claim a complimentary pint of I Want It That Way – a hazy pale ale created in partnership with Manchester brewery, Sureshot Brewing.
Brewed to be juicy, hazy and seriously drinkable, the beer features notes of white grape, gooseberry and soft tropical citrus, making it an ideal post-run reward.
Runners simply need to flash their medal at the bar to claim their free pint, with pours available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oliver Smith, Head of Operations at Society, said:
“The Great Birmingham Run is such a huge moment for the city and we wanted to do something that brings everyone together – not just the runners, but the people cheering them on too.
“The sign-making workshop is all about creating that atmosphere across the weekend, while the free pint on Sunday is our way of celebrating every single person who crosses the finish line. Whether chasing a PB or just getting round, it’s a brilliant achievement – and we’ll be ready to raise a glass to it.”
Located in the heart of Birmingham at One Colmore Square, Society offers the ultimate post-marathon setting – a relaxed, social space with the city’s biggest beer collection and four independent street food traders all under one roof.