Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026

The only marathon through the iconic Dublin city centre.

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Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026

2026 sold out. Enquire now for 2027

Dublin
25 October 2026
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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. 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:

10-14°C

Distance:

Marathon

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Charity partners you can support in this event include

Spinal Research

Funding medical research to develop effective treatments for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury.

Back on My Feet

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

Belong To LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland

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

Children in Crossfire

Responding to the rights and needs of children and young people caught in the crossfire.

Restless Development

Supporting the journey of a young person to become a leader and to multiply that leadership in their communities.

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.

The Gavin Glynn Foundation

Helping children battling cancer who need to travel overseas for treatment.

London Cycling Campaign

We campaign so that everyone can enjoy cycling safely in London.

Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland

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

Kesem

Supporting children through and beyond their parent's cancer with free camp and other fun-filled programs.

Dundalk Dog Rescue

Help us help them because every dog deserves a loving family.

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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