How many miles is the running event held every Saturday morning in fifteen countries across five continents?
Parkrun Parkrun (styled as parkrun) is the name given to a collection of five-kilometre running events that take place every Saturday morning in fifteen countries across five continents. Each Parkrun territory has its own sponsors. Events are run by volunteers, and participation is free of charge.
Cross country running at the Olympics Cross country running at the Summer Olympics was held at the multi-sport event for men only from 1912 to 1924. During its brief tenure as an Olympic event, it featured on the Olympic athletics programme. Medals were awarded on an individual race basis as well as a national team points basis.