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.

Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation

Accelerating the development of next generation myeloma treatments to extend patient’s lives.

The Gurkha Welfare Trust

The leading Gurkha charity. we provide aid to Gurkha veterans, their families and communities.

Brain Research UK

Theleading national funder dedicated to research into neurological conditions.

St Joseph's Hospice

Help people with life-limiting illness make the most of the time they have left.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity

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

The Matt Hampson Foundation

Supporting young people seriously injured through sport, so they can get busy living again.

Keep a Child Alive

A global movement born out of a commitment to support children facing the most challenging circumstances.

Weston Hospice Care

Weston Hospicecare provides free expert care to people with a life-limiting illness.

The Big Food Project

At The Big Food Project, we’ve seen how hunger deeply affects individuals and families in our communities.

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