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Dublin City Half Marathon 2026

The only city centre half marathon in Dublin. Beat the ballot now.

2026 sold out. Enquire now for 2027

  • IE Dublin
  • 3 May 2026
  • Half Marathon
Dublin City Half Marathon 2026
Why run it?

From the organisers of the world-famous Irish Life Dublin Marathon, the Dublin City Council Dublin Half Marathon debuted in 2025 and sold out within two hours, moving to ballot for 2026! The half marathon starts in the heart of Dublin City on O’Connell Street, with an urban course that will take runners out to the north of the city, finishing back in the city centre. The first ever closed road half marathon in Dublin, this race is not to be missed. Missed the ballot? The final places are remaining to run for charity and secure your spot on the start line. 

What's it like to run?

Runners:
12000
Surface:
Road
Start:
08:30
Course:
Mostly flat
Temp:
7 - 15°C
Distance:
Half Marathon

Charity partners you can support in this event include

The Big Food Project
The Big Food Project
At The Big Food Project, we’ve seen how hunger deeply affects individuals and families in our communities.
London Cycling Campaign
London Cycling Campaign
We campaign so that everyone can enjoy cycling safely in London.
Samaritans Ireland
Samaritans Ireland
Samaritans is there for others, providing support 24/7, on a freephone helpline number.
Make-A-Wish Ireland
Make-A-Wish Ireland
Granting magical wishes to children between the ages of 3 and 17 years living with life threatening medical conditions.
Service Dogs UK
Service Dogs UK
We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.
Far Away Friends
Far Away Friends
We're connecting schools, students and teachers to transform education in rural Uganda.
Variety
Variety
Delivering life-changing programs that give children and young people across the uk a better future.
Mental Health Foundation
Mental Health Foundation
Support us to create good mental health for all
Claire House Children's Hospice
Claire House Children's Hospice
Helping seriously & terminally ill children live life to the full.
Brain Tumour Ireland
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.
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