An educational charity that supports young people across the region is inviting local businesses to take part in a unique fundraising and networking event at Hull’s newest interactive sports venue.
Run With It is teaming up with Federation of Sport to host an exclusive evening on Monday 20th April 2026, giving guests private access to the venue’s cutting-edge virtual sporting experiences.
Running from 4.30pm to 8.30pm, the four-hour event promises plenty of friendly competition and entertainment. Guests will be able to try everything from world-class golf simulators and high-adrenaline racing rigs to interactive darts, console gaming and a fully immersive VR zone.
Organisers say the evening is designed to bring the business community together in a relaxed setting, raising vital funds for young people across Hull, East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire at the same time.
Run With It delivers innovative learning programmes that help boost core Maths and English skills whilst also building confidence, communication and resilience. Demand for the charity’s work is currently at an all-time high. Funds raised from the event will help even more young people develop the skills and self-belief they need to succeed both in and beyond the classroom.
Lisa Dawson, Director of Run With It, said:
“Run With It’s whole ethos is to inspire, motivate and educate the generation of tomorrow, especially those who are too often left behind or overlooked. This event is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to come together, have some fun and make a real difference to young people across our region. We’re incredibly grateful to Federation of Sport for opening their doors and supporting our mission.”
Viktorija Diadkina, from Federation of Sport, which recently won the Hull BID Award 2026 for Innovation added:
“We created Federation of Sport to bring people together through play, challenge and shared experiences, so hosting this event for Run With It feels like the perfect fit. Our venue is designed to immerse guests in the action and we’re really looking forward to welcoming the local business community for an evening that’s exciting and social, as well as meaningful.”
Run With It currently operates from seven inspiring locations across the region, including Hull’s MKM Stadium, Flemingate Shopping Centre in Beverley, Bridlington Town Football Club, Sewell Group Craven Park in East Hull, Humberside Airport, Grimsby Town FC’s Blundell Park and The Attis Arena, home of Scunthorpe United.
The Game Changers Exclusive Networking Event will take place on Monday 20th April 2026, from 4.30pm to 8.30pm, at Federation of Sport, Unit 7, King William House, Hull, HU1 1RS.
Places can be secured by emailing Alison Parker at alison.parker@runwithithull.
Photo : Pupils from Longhill Primary School during a Run With It programme at the MKM stadium in Hull.
