Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2024

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Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2024

2024 sold out. Enquire now for 2025

Dublin, Ireland
27 October 2024
Marathon

Why run it?

With its iconic route past Dublin’s most famous landmarks, a relatively flat course and optimum running temperatures, the Irish Life Dublin Marathon is unmissable. Known as the friendliest marathon, thousands of spectators take to the streets to cheer you on and show the power of support. It's the only marathon to traverse Dublin city centre - join over 22,000 runners in 2026 and make your miles mean more. The ballot is now complete, but you can still be part of this unmissable event. Plus, all charity runners get access to the exclusive realbuzz finisher party for free!

What's it like to run?

Runners:

22000

Surface:

Road

Start:

08:45

Course:

Flat, single lap

Temp:

12-14°C

Distance:

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, enter today in three simple steps:

Step 1

Pick your charity and sign up

Simply pay a refundable holding deposit to reserve your place supporting an amazing cause.

Step 2

Set up your fundraising page

Plus activate your free realbuzz account - we’ll drop all the details in your inbox as soon as you sign up.

Step 3

Get to 75% of your fundraising target

about 2-3 months before your event, to confirm your place for race day! Reach 100% or more and we’ll refund your deposit.

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Charity partners you can support in this event include

Belong To LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland

Personal support services including professional counselling and a drugs and alcohol support service.

Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland

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

Trocaire

Tackling the causes of poverty & injustice & responding to crises.

Organization for Autism Research

Funding applied research and helping inform the autism community about research based interventions.

Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland

The mission of rmhc ireland, is to provide a ronald mcdonald house to support families whose children are seriously ill in chi, crumlin.

Service Dogs UK

We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.

Herren Project

The Herren Project exists to help others navigate the road to recovery from addiction.

Cancer Fund For Children

Providing practical and emotional support to children and young people impacted by cancer.

Brain Research UK

Theleading national funder dedicated to research into neurological conditions.

Back on My Feet

Combatting homelessness through the power of fitness, community support and essential employment.

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Irish Life Dublin Marathon reviews

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""Running with realbuzz was such an easy and enjoyable process and I loved supporting my charity. I’ve already signed up for more races and can’t wait for my next one!""

Ethan Smith

""My first time running a marathon was going to be a monumental challenge regardless but I found the whole process with realbuzz really helped and I made it to the finish line and through my fundraising goals!""

Lucy O'Connor

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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.