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Marathons in October 2026

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Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons by Runners World! Stunningly scenic riverside routes along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support.
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £53-£55
London, UK

Thames Meander Autumn | Marathon

Previously rated one of the top 10 UK marathons by Runners World! Stunningly scenic riverside routes along the Thames towpath. Flat, fast and very runnable with great runner support.

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 600 ft ascent
All aboard for The East Coast Chuffer Marathon – a scenic running adventure setting off from Peasholme Park, Scarborough, and steaming along the historic Cinder Track!
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £40-£42
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UK

The East Coast Chuffer | Marathon

All aboard for The East Coast Chuffer Marathon – a scenic running adventure setting off from Peasholme Park, Scarborough, and steaming along the historic Cinder Track!

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 1552 ft ascent
The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £23-£30
  • Early bird
Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK

The Isle of Wight Marathon

The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrates its 70th Anniversary in 2026! It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest-running (and one of the first to be held) in the UK.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 350 m ascent
Conquer 26 scenic miles from South Brent to Mothecombe, combining moorland trails, river valleys and coastal paths for a trail marathon that captures the spirit of the new South Hams Way.
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £45
Plymouth, Devon, UK

The South Hams Ultra | Marathon

Conquer 26 scenic miles from South Brent to Mothecombe, combining moorland trails, river valleys and coastal paths for a trail marathon that captures the spirit of the new South Hams Way.

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 1183 m ascent
Don't miss out on one of the biggest marathons in Essex; it's something special! Join runners as they go race, run, jog, and walk through Central Park and into the Essex countryside.
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £51-£69
Chelmsford, Essex, UK

Chelmsford Marathon

Don't miss out on one of the biggest marathons in Essex; it's something special! Join runners as they go race, run, jog, and walk through Central Park and into the Essex countryside.

  • 26.2 miles road running + 817 ft ascent
Get involved in this spooky marathon! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you didn't like them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £17-£29
Durham, County Durham, UK

Scare Bear Run | North | Marathon

Get involved in this spooky marathon! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you didn't like them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.

  • 26.2 miles trail running
A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £39-£41
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, UK

Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle | Marathon

A trail running extravaganza over a beautiful 6.5-mile route from Knaresborough centre through parkland then into beautiful countryside with an awesome medal at the finish line.

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 1416 ft ascent
Starting and finishing in Amsterdam’s iconic Olympic Stadium, this world-class marathon offers a flat, lightning-fast course through scenic canals, historic streets, and vibrant city landmarks.
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • €150
Amsterdam, Netherlands

TCS Amsterdam Marathon

Starting and finishing in Amsterdam’s iconic Olympic Stadium, this world-class marathon offers a flat, lightning-fast course through scenic canals, historic streets, and vibrant city landmarks.

  • 26.2 miles road running
This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • £33-£38
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK

Pumpkin Plod

This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.

  • Multi-terrain run 2
Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • £37.50-£39.50
Lymington, Hampshire, UK

Wight Lines

Enjoy stunning coastal views on this flexible-distance run at Milford on Sea, following an out-and-back route beside Sturt Pond and the Isle of Wight — perfect for all abilities.

  • 7 hrs trail running + 47 ft ascent
Join 25,000 runners on Dublin’s electric streets for a flat, scenic city loop filled with incredible support, lively crowds and unforgettable marathon magic.
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • €110
Dublin, Ireland

Irish Life Dublin Marathon

Join 25,000 runners on Dublin’s electric streets for a flat, scenic city loop filled with incredible support, lively crowds and unforgettable marathon magic.

  • 26.2 miles road running
A new and unique concept where you turn up ready to conquer a Marathon but if you're feeling great tackle an Ultra, or go easy and run fewer loops instead, depending on how you feel on the day!
  • Sun 25 Oct
  • £26-£37
Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, UK

Running Tribe Races | Oct | Full Marathon

A new and unique concept where you turn up ready to conquer a Marathon but if you're feeling great tackle an Ultra, or go easy and run fewer loops instead, depending on how you feel on the day!

  • 26.2 miles multi terrain running
A Halloween-themed marathon you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
  • Sat 31 Oct
  • £39-£41
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Marathon

A Halloween-themed marathon you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.

  • 26.2 miles trail running + 288 ft ascent
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • $110-$175
Leavenworth, Washington, USA

Leavenworth Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • $150-$165
Moab, Utah, USA

Arches Marathon

  • 42.2 km trail running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • €70
Galway, Ireland

Run Galway Bay | Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • $92.93-$114.33
Bristol, New Hampshire, USA

New Hampshire Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • £62-£73
Skagen, Denmark

Skagen Marathon | Marathon

  • 42.2 km trail running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • €55-€250
Vantaa, Finland

Vantaan Marathon | Marathon

  • 42.2 km road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • $95
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • $159-$189
Portland, Oregon, USA

Portland Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • $95-$275
Crazy Horse, South Dakota, USA

Run Crazy Horse Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • $140.03-$319
Corning, New York, USA

Guthrie Wineglass Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £45-£110
Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK

Clarendon Marathon | Marathon

  • 26 miles multi terrain running
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • $95
Somerville, Texas, USA

Trailway Trail Race - 26 Miles

  • 26.2 miles trail running

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