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.

The Big Food Project

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

The Gurkha Welfare Trust

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

Organization for Autism Research

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

Kesem

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

Claire House Children's Hospice

Helping seriously & terminally ill children live life to the full.

Cancer Fund For Children

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

The Blue Card

Aiding Holocaust survivors so their remaining years are spent with as much dignity and comfort as possible.

Live Unlimited

Providing opportunities and support to looked-after children and young care leavers in Barnet.

Rainbow Trust Children's Charity

Supporting families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.

Open Door Charity

Offering free, fast, and effective mental health support to help young people and adults thrive.

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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