We’re pleased to confirm that the 2027 adidas Manchester Marathon will take place on Sunday 18^th April. We’d love for you to experience it, and you can don’t need to leave it to chance to get a place, scroll down to find out how you can enter.

HOW DO I GET A PLACE TO TAKE PART IN THE 2027 ADIDAS MANCHESTER MARATHON?

Demand for the adidas Manchester Marathon has never been higher, with over 40,000 public places secured in just 10 days during our launch window. The 2027 event is now at capacity, and anticipation is already building for the biggest ever edition on Sunday 18 April 2027. We can’t wait to share more details later in the year. 

There’s still an opportunity to be part of the experience. With a limited number of charity places available, offering you the chance to take part while supporting incredible causes. 

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WHEN WILL PLACES BE RELEASED?

Places will be released in stages with Priority Access list places available from midday on Monday 20^th April (the day after our 2026 edition). Links will be sent out in the order of when individuals signed up to the Priority List. Should any places remain, these will be released to the public at midday on Tuesday 21^st April. A full breakdown of when places will be released can be found below:

SUNDAY 19TH APRIL 2026

9PM | 2026 Finishers (Manchester Marathon Legends only)

MONDAY 20TH APRIL 2026

9AM | All other 2026 finishers

12PM | Priority List

TUESDAY 21ST APRIL 2026

12PM | Public Release (subject to availability)

WHAT ENTRY TYPES ARE AVAILABLE?

In line with previous years, we will have set allocations available, with a limited number of places available in each price point. You will be able to choose from three entry types:

INDIVIDUAL ENTRY

As well as a guaranteed place and your medal, you’ll also receive a finisher t-shirt (to be collected at the finish line after the event).

2 PERSON ENTRY | NOW SOLD OUT

Guaranteed entry for you and one other person into the 2027 adidas Manchester Marathon, with a small saving for both of you.

ENTRY & ADIDAS BUNDLE

Your guaranteed 2027 entry plus training items from adidas. Includes a pair of Adizero Evo SL & Official 2027 adidas Training Top.