The adidas Manchester Marathon 2026 is one of the UK’s premier full-marathon events, offering a fast, flat, and friendly route that attracts runners aiming for a personal best as well as those completing their first 26.2-mile challenge. Held across Greater Manchester, the race combines city landmarks, enthusiastic crowds, and excellent support.

Key Details

• Date & Time – Sunday, 19 April 2026 — race starts in the morning (elite and wheelchair waves early, followed by mass waves)

• Location – Greater Manchester, England — beginning under the Trafford Arch and covering a route through Manchester’s city centre, suburbs, and venues like Old Trafford, finishing near the University of Manchester campus.

• Event Type – Road race — Marathon (26.2 miles / ~42.2 km)

• Organiser – A.S.O. UK (with adidas as title sponsor)

Race Description

The course is known for being very flat (roughly 55m elevation gain), making it ideal for personal bests. It begins under the iconic Trafford Arch, passes through diverse city neighbourhoods, turns through suburban zones, and returns for a powerful city-centre finish. Throughout, runners are backed by strong crowd support, music zones, and well-organised infrastructure.

What’s Included

• Medal for all finishers, plus a finisher’s t-shirt for many entry types.

• Live tracking of runners, wave starts, and chip timing.

• Aid stations on-course, medical support, and full road closures for safety.

• Event village with refreshment options, baggage drop, and other runner amenities.

Additional Information

• Entry & Charity
  There are charity places available with minimum fundraising targets. Entry fees are tiered.

• Age Requirement
  Entrants must be 18 years or older on race day.

• Cut-Off Time / Pace Policy
  The course has a cut-off window (typically a number of hours after the last start wave) to safely close roads and manage logistics.

Sign Up Now
If you’re aiming for a fast, well-supported marathon through one of England’s most vibrant cities, adidas Manchester Marathon 2026, on Sunday, 19 April, delivers everything you need: PB potential, top-class infrastructure, and a tremendous race experience. Secure your place early and begin your training!