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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
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Course:
Flat, single lap
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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
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Pick your charity and sign up

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

Step 2
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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
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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.
Can’t see your charity on the list? Get in touch here.

Charity partners you can support in this event include

Action Mental Health
Action Mental Health
Changing the lives of those living with mental ill-health.
Heart Children Ireland
Heart Children Ireland
To advocate for and promote the well-being of people born with this condition and their families from the point of pre-natal diagnosis and throughout the person’s lifetime.
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Roy Castle Lung Cancer foundation offers expert lung cancer information and support.
Women's Aid Ireland
Women's Aid Ireland
Women’s Aid is a national, feminist organisation working to prevent and address the impact of domestic violence and abuse including coercive control, in Ireland since 1974.
Make-A-Wish Ireland
Make-A-Wish Ireland
Granting magical wishes to children between the ages of 3 and 17 years living with life threatening medical conditions.
Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
Helping people with sight loss or families of children with autism to achieve mobility and independence.
Friends of St Luke's
Friends of St Luke's
Making a difference in the lives of cancer patients across Ireland.
Rethink Mental Illness
Rethink Mental Illness
We are on a mission to transform lives - fighting stigma, campaigning for change, and supporting thousands with expert mental health care every day. Run for Rethink and make every mile matter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
We're here for every dog & cat to ensure they're treated with compassion, care & respect
Cancer Fund For Children
Cancer Fund For Children
Providing practical and emotional support to children and young people impacted by cancer.

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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.