Run Rome The Marathon 2026

One of Europe's most popular marathons. Run through history.

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Run Rome The Marathon 2026

2026 sold out. Enquire now for 2027

Rome, Italy
22 March 2026
Marathon

Why run it?

Run Rome The Marathon offers an unmatched route through history culminating at the world-famous Colosseum. A mostly flat course through the city, runners will experience all Rome's most famous sights including St. Peter’s Basilica, the Spanish Steps and the Piazza Navona. Join 30,000 runners to take in Rome in the most spectacular fashion with ambient temperatures and breath-taking views. Hurry, places will go fast.

What's it like to run?

Runners:

30000

Surface:

Road (some cobbles)

Start:

08:30

Course:

Mostly flat

Temp:

10°-20°

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

Children's Health Foundation

Children’s Health Foundation’s mission is to help provide world-class facilities, research and compassionate loving care for every sick child in Ireland.

Pernicious Anaemia Society

We provide information, help and support to sufferers of Pernicious Anaemia.

Far Away Friends

We're connecting schools, students and teachers to transform education in rural Uganda.

Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation

Funding research which could potentially lead to breakthrough treatment for spinal injury

Team Red, White and Blue

Team RWB is a community of Veterans, Service Members, military families, and supporters, united by teamwork, shared values, and a common goal.

Restless Development

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

Street Child UK

Street child ensure that children are safe, in school and learning.

Action For Elders

Action for Elders supports people and encourages them to exercise and become active.

Brain Research UK

Theleading national funder dedicated to research into neurological conditions.

The Blue Card

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

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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.