Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2027

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Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2027

24 October 2027
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. 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:

Course:

Flat, single lap

Temp:

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

Irish Hospice Foundation

We are working to ensure the best end-of-life and bereavement care, for all. From advocacy and education, to our vital services like Nurses for Night Care.

Friends of St Luke's

Making a difference in the lives of cancer patients across Ireland.

Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Ireland

Offering support and services to people with Down Syndrome and their families in Ireland.

The Lily Foundation

Our vision is for a world in which every mitochondrial disease patient has a voice and access to treatment, support to improve their life and, ultimately, a cure.

Arthritis Ireland

Supporting one million Irish people overcome the pain of arthritis.

HUGG

HUGG is Ireland’s national suicide bereavement organisation. We provide support after suicide through our telephone support line, peer support groups led by trained volunteers with lived experience of suicide loss, as well as events, webinars, research, and advocacy.

Willowbrook Hospice

Willowbrook hospice provides specialist care to people with life-limiting illnesses.

Africa School Assistance Project

Africa School Assistance Project is transforming public education in rural Tanzania so children, especially girls, can learn, lead, and create brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

Dyslexia Ireland

Raising Dyslexia awareness and providing support services to those in need.

The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation

Roy Castle Lung Cancer foundation offers expert lung cancer information and support.

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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.

Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2027

24 October 2027

Marathon

Deposit

Fundraising Target