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Beginner-friendly Road runs in October 2026

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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
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Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £66
London, UK

Royal Parks Half Marathon

Run through four of London’s most beautiful Royal Parks, past iconic landmarks and tree-lined avenues, on a stunning autumn route that combines city energy with natural splendour.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 88 m ascent
Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £15-£130
Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK

Oxford Half Marathon

Runners will enjoy the fast, flat and beautiful route through University Parks and the historic Oxford City Centre whilst celebrating running and movement with entertainment and cheering fans!

  • 13.1 miles road running
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners to shine.
  • Sat 17 Oct
  • £22
Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK

AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great South Run

Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners to shine.

  • Fun run 2
Kicking off the famous weekend of running on a route with beautiful views across the Solent, an incredible atmosphere, lovely fresh sea air and a fast and flat route with PB potential.
  • Sat 17 Oct
  • £27-£30
Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK

AJ Bell Great South 5K

Kicking off the famous weekend of running on a route with beautiful views across the Solent, an incredible atmosphere, lovely fresh sea air and a fast and flat route with PB potential.

  • 5 km road running
Join Arena 80 for this fast and flat 10K along the scenic promenade and with the right conditions, PBs are very likely.
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £18-£20
Hove, East Sussex, UK

Hove Prom 10K

Join Arena 80 for this fast and flat 10K along the scenic promenade and with the right conditions, PBs are very likely.

  • 10 km road running
From the team behind the UK's largest 10K, this closed road run from Wembley Stadium for 12,000 runners finishes on the Olympic Way with an awesome spinning finisher medal and an after-party!
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £32-£77
Wembley, UK

ASICS LDNX 10K

From the team behind the UK's largest 10K, this closed road run from Wembley Stadium for 12,000 runners finishes on the Olympic Way with an awesome spinning finisher medal and an after-party!

  • 10 km road running
Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.
  • Sun 18 Oct
  • £51-£53
Southsea, Hampshire, UK

AJ Bell Great South Run

Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.

  • 10 miles road running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • £95
Wadebridge, Cornwall, UK

Cornwall's Backyard Ultra

  • 4.17 miles multi terrain running
  • Sat 3 Oct
  • $110-$175
Leavenworth, Washington, USA

Leavenworth 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
  • 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
  • €34-€42
Donostia / San Sebastián, Spain

Rural Kutxa San Sebastian Half Marathon

  • 21.1 km road running
  • Sun 4 Oct
  • £18-£34
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK

Wem 10K

  • 10 km road running
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • $90-$140
Hayden, Idaho, USA

Hayden Lake Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • $65-$125
Boise, Idaho, USA

City of Trees Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £24-£36
Örebro, Sweden

A-Stadsloppet - Half Marathon

  • 21.1 km road running
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • £50-£75
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Bank of America Chicago Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • $120-$160
Newport, Rhode Island, USA

Amica Newport Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • $110-$125
Falmouth, Massachusetts, USA

Cape Cod Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • $115-$125
Victoria, Canada

Royal Victoria Marathon

  • 42.2 km road running
  • Sun 11 Oct
  • $105-$145
Weott, California, USA

Humboldt Redwoods Marathon

  • 26.2 miles road running

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