The Manchester Marathon is one of the UK’s premier running events, famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
We pride ourselves on welcoming all to take on our 26.2-mile challenge, from some superb elite runners to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.
Thousands of people of all abilities will be at the start line.