Date: 19th July 2026
Time: From 10am
Location: Walsall Arboretum, 139 Broadway N, Walsall WS1 2QB
Bubble Rush 2026
Tickets: Details to follow, please register your interest in the meantime
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Please review our FAQs before signing up.
Acorns Bubble Rush 2026 is back and more foam-tastic than ever!
Dive into a sea of colour and foam as you make your way through a series of bubble-blasting stations, all set in the beautiful surroundings of Walsall Arboretum. This family-friendly, fully accessible 2.5 kilometre course is perfect for tots, teens, grown-ups, and grandparents alike – no age limits, just maximum fun!
Think 2.5k isn’t enough? Go around again and double the bubbles!
There’s more to do than just the bubbles! Come early and join in the fun in the vibrant Event Village, which is overflowing with games, music, entertainment and more! Have a spin on the tombola or buy some funky bright sunglasses!
Whether you’re walking, jogging, or sprinting through the foam, Bubble Rush is all about good vibes, big laughs, and unforgettable memories. So grab your crew, lace up your trainers, and join us at Bubble Rush 2026. It’s the foamiest fun you’ll have all year!
Wave times
When booking, make sure you and your bubbly crew choose the same wave time so you can enjoy the bubbles together.
We ask you to arrive one hour prior to your wave time to get checked in and warmed up before your wave starts.
- 11:00am wave
- 12:00pm wave
Register your interest for Bubble Rush 2026
Want to be amongst the first to hear when we launch tickets for Bubble Rush 2026 and grab them at early bird prices? Register your interest today via the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s in the bubbles?
The bubble solution is a mild and very dilute soapy liquid. The colour is a synthetic dye used in food colouring. All of the materials we use have been tested and are 100% safe for human consumption and do not harm the environment.
The bubble mixture is suitable for nut allergy sufferers, is gluten-free and vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
We provide the venue that we work with the details of the materials we use so that they are 100% confident that the venue and local environment will not be harmed.
Do I need to fundraise for this event?
Your ticket price covers the cost of putting on the event, so anything you raise in sponsorship will help Acorns to provide specialist care for life limited and life threatened children, and support for their families. By signing up for this event, you are agreeing to raise just £15 per person. Your Bubble Rush pack will contain lots of fundraising ideas, including our bubble-tastic coin sheet for children.
Is the course accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs?
Our course is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs so that everyone can enjoy Bubble Rush!
We advise you to bring a rain cover to protect the fabric of your chair or buggy, or you can leave your pushchair at the pushchair drop in the event village for a small donation to Acorns.
Be aware that the bubble stations will be on grass and the great British weather may cause ground conditions to be muddy or slippery.
Is Bubble Rush suitable for someone with asthma?
As with all activities involving physical effort we recommend that anyone with a pre-existing medical condition checks with their GP before signing up for Bubble Rush.
Is Bubble Rush suitable for someone with eczema?
We use a soap fluid to create the bubbles, and we are aware that this can cause skin irritation for some people. So, if you are an Eczema sufferer we would advise you to check with your doctor before signing up.
What should I wear?
Wear whatever you feel comfortable in to walk, run or toddle 5k!
Be aware that the coloured bubbles can stain clothing (and your skin!) so please don’t wear your best new trainers and smartest running gear!
You’ll get a Bubble Rush T-shirt, and will be able to buy colourful items like headbands, visors, tutus and sunglasses to complete your outfit.
Can I bring my dog to Bubble Rush?
For the safety of all our participants, dogs, including assistance dogs, are not allowed to take part in Bubble Rush. This includes dogs that can be carried.
Spectators may bring dogs but they must be on a short lead and kept a safe distance from the course, and the bubble stations in particular.
The event team will ask any spectators whose dogs are posing a risk to participants to move away, so please respect any instructions that are given.
My children want to do Bubble Rush but I don’t want to take part, is that OK?
All under 16s must be accompanied around the Bubble Rush course by a participating adult. One adult can accompany up to 3 children under 16.
More information is available in the event Terms & Conditions.
Are the bubbles safe for the environment?
The bubble mixture is a very mild soap and the colour is a food colourant. The foam created degrades very quickly and is not harmful to wildlife or vegetation.
Before we get permission to run the event, we provide the venue with a full event management plan and details of the products used to create the bubbles.
There have been more than 180 Bubble Rush events since 2015 and no venue has ever raised any issues about Bubble Rush harming the environment in any way.
I’m pregnant, can I take part in Bubble Rush?
We don’t feel it would be safe for you to take part whilst pregnant. But pushchairs are welcome, and there’s no minimum age limit at Bubble Rush – so we hope you’ll join us with your little one in the future!
What do I need to bring?
You will get damp as you go around the course so we suggest you bring a change of clothes for the journey home.
When will my T-shirt arrive?
We will be in touch prior to the event to let you know more details.
Where is the event taking place?
Walsall Arboretum, Walsall, WS1 2QB . View map
How long is the course?
The course itself is approximately 2.5km long but participants but you’ll do this twice for double the incredi-bubble fun! If just one lap suits your group, then that is also fine.
Is there disabled parking?
There is a small amount of parking available for blue badge holders which will be managed by our car park team. Please let us know you require disabled parking by emailing events@acorns.org.uk as soon as you have booked your tickets, providing your name and vehicle registration.
What’s included?
- A Bubble Rush fundraising pack to help you raise as much as possible for local children and families!
- Regular contact from Acorns events team to help you prepare for the big day!
- An energetic and fun warm up to get you ready for your coloured bubble run
- A 5km route for double the fun! You can also choose to run the route once (2.5km) if you prefer
- A Bubble Rush T-shirt (excluding under 3s)
- A Bubble Rush themed medal when you cross the finish line
- Entertainment throughout the day
- Hot and cold food and drinks, and exclusive Bubble Rush merchandise will be available to purchase on the day
Do you have a bag drop?
There will be no bag drop available on the day. Please ensure you keep your change of clothes, picnics or larger items in your vehicles or leave them with any spectators that are joining you. Personal items such as phones and wallets should be kept on you.