Athens Marathon 2026

The original marathon, run through history.

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Athens Marathon 2026

Athens
8 November 2026
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Why run it?

History brought to life; the Athens Marathon is the original marathon finishing in the legendary stadium where the first Olympic games of the modern era took place in 1896. The route boasts such famous heritage sites as the Marathon Tomb and attracts runners from all over the world to be part of history. Sold out for general entry in less than 36 hours - secure your spot on the start line, running for a charity close to your heart. Please note, there is a time limit of 8 hours.

What's it like to run?

Runners:

24000

Surface:

Road

Start:

08:30

Course:

Hilly, challenging

Temp:

15-24°C

Distance:

Marathon

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Charity partners you can support in this event include

Autistic Self Advocacy Network

The autistic self advocacy network run by and for autistic people.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity

Support our work to help armed forces, veterans and their families in need.

Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland

Ireland’s leading charity in the battle against Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Asthma Society of Ireland

Our mission is to stop asthma deaths in Ireland.

Pernicious Anaemia Society

We provide information, help and support to sufferers of Pernicious Anaemia.

The Skye High Foundation

Supporting families during and after the loss of a twin, triplet, or multiples.

Isle Listen

Supporting the Island’s mental health through early intervention and prevention for children and young people.

Sumatran Orangutan Society

Help protect orangutans, their forests and their future.

Brain Tumour Ireland

A charity founded by a small group of people caring for a family member who was sadly lost to a brain tumour in early 2012.

Better Lives Foundation

Over 40 years experience working to improve health and education conditions in Sierra Leone.

Variety

Delivering life-changing programs that give children and young people across the uk a better future.

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""Being able to run for a charity that is super close to mine and my families heart meant everything to me, I wish I’d done it sooner. I’ve already signed up for my next race and running for the same charity.""

Jessica Clark