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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

How to Enter

Our events are sell-out races, so places are limited and will be made available on a first come first serve basis.
Don’t miss out, apply today in three simple steps:
Step 1
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Choose your charity and apply

Fill out a simple form to apply to join their team (it’s free to apply!)
Step 2
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Your charity will get in touch

once they’ve reviewed your application to let you know next steps.
Step 3
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Start Fundraising

If you get accepted onto the team, it's time to start fundraising. If not, you can apply to run for a different charity.
Can’t see your charity on the list? Get in touch here.

Charity partners you can support in this event include

Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity
Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity
Providing services to all children and young people who have, or who are likely to suffer a bereavement in Wales.
Live Unlimited
Live Unlimited
Providing opportunities and support to looked-after children and young care leavers in Barnet.
Trocaire
Trocaire
Tackling the causes of poverty & injustice & responding to crises.
Restless Development
Restless Development
Supporting the journey of a young person to become a leader and to multiply that leadership in their communities.
Heart Heroes
Heart Heroes
Providing subsidised social events for children, and their families, living with heart 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.
The Gavin Glynn Foundation
The Gavin Glynn Foundation
Helping children battling cancer who need to travel overseas for treatment.
Action For Elders
Action For Elders
Action for Elders supports people and encourages them to exercise and become active.
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.
Variety
Variety
Delivering life-changing programs that give children and young people across the uk a better future.
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FAQs

Whether you’re lacing up for your first race or returning for another year, we want you to feel prepared and inspired. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about signing up, fundraising, and making an impact.
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  • Running for charity means taking part in an official race while committing to raise money to a set level (fundraising target) for a chosen cause. Because you're committed to fundraising, you can get guaranteed entry subject to completing a certain amount of fundraising, even if your chosen event is sold out for general entry, plus expert fundraising support to help you reach your target.

  • It's simple. Choose your distance, pick your event and select the charity you'd like to support. Once you've secured your place - either by signing up for an individual entry straight away or applying for a team if your charity has an official team in your chosen event - you'll receive everything you need to prepare, fundraise, and take on race day with confidence.

  • Not at all! Charity runs are open to all abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned marathoners. Whether you’re aiming for your first 10K or a major marathon, we’ll provide training tips and fundraising advice to help you succeed. With realbuzz, you can choose from marathons, half marathons, shorter distances such as 10ks and 10 miles, and team relay races.  
  • There will be a fundraising target, based on the event you choose, which you'll need to commit to as part of securing your place. When you sign up, you'll receive info about your chosen charity's preferred fundraising platform so you can set up your fundraising page. 100% of your fundraising goes to your charity, usually directly through the fundraising platform you're using.