Get ready for Bubble Rush 2025

21st April 2025

Billions of bubbles and a whole lot of fun – Acorns Children’s Hospice is bringing its biggest-ever Bubble Rush to the Black Country this summer, and you’re invited to join the foamy festivities at a special early bird price.

On Sunday 20 July, Walsall Arboretum will be transformed into a spectacular sea of colour as families, friends and teams take on a bubbly 5k course like no other, all while raising vital funds for seriously ill children.

And to celebrate, the West Midlands charity is offering early bird discounts on tickets booked before Tuesday 6 May – making it the perfect time to secure your spot and save.

Woman carrying a little girl on her back through yellow bubbles.

Sophie Boreham, Events Manager at Acorns, said: “Every year Bubble Rush just gets bigger and better – and this summer, we’re going all out with more bubbles, more fun, and more memorable moments! We can’t wait to see everyone come together for a truly unforgettable day.

“Tickets are on sale now with a special offer for those who are quick to secure them. As well as a fantastic day out for all the family, you’ll be helping to fund lifeline care that children and families in our community desperately need.”

The frothy 5k promises four giant bubble stations, blasting out 4ft-high waves of rainbow-coloured foam. With hundreds of participants joining in on the fun each year, this year’s event is poised to be the most exciting yet, offering an unmissable opportunity for people to get involved, have fun, and give back to the community.

Sophie added: “It’s definitely a fun run with a difference – but it’s not a race. You can walk, jog, skip or toddle your way around with your friends, family, your children and your grandparents.

“No matter how you choose to take on the bubbles, the most important thing is that you finish with a smile on your face!”

Early bird tickets for Acorns Bubble Rush are priced £15 for adults, £10 for children (3-15) and £4 for those under 3. Family tickets (two adults, two children) are available, priced £45.

Ticket fees cover the cost of putting on the event, and participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of £15 in sponsorship per person – helping Acorns to continue providing its specialist care when it’s needed most.

Acorns Children’s Hospice provides palliative care for babies, children and young people with life limiting and life threatening conditions, and support for their families.

In the past year, the charity has cared for more than 780 children across the West Midlands, and supported over 1,000 families, including those who are bereaved. Children visit Acorns for rehabilitative respite, therapeutic interventions, symptom management, emergency and end-of-life care.

This care and support is provided from Acorns three hospices, based in Birmingham, Walsall and Worcester, and in the community.

Acorns needs around £35,000 each day to provide its children’s hospice care, with as much as 72% of that amount coming from generous donations and fundraising by the local community.

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