Manchester Marathon

Running

Event Type:Running

Location:Manchester

Distance:26.2 miles

Registration fee:£30

Fundraising target:£500

Event date:18th Apr 2027

Run the adidas Manchester Marathon as part of our #WishHero team because every child deserves to wish for more than a life defined by illness​.

About the Event

The adidas Manchester Marathon is the UK's second largest marathon and draws participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.

All are welcome to take on this 26.2 mile challenge, from superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a PB, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.

Registrations for 2027 are now officially open!

Join the #WishHero team!

How we'll support you

  • A free #WishHero running top and fundraising pack
  • Access to our online training hub and app
  • Regular support emails, key information and fundraising tips
  • Any fundraising materials you may require
  • Dedicated member of the Events Team to help
  • Thank you letter and certificate

Register Today

2025 Manchester Marathon highlights

Why run for us in the Manchester Marathon?

By supporting Make-A-Wish UK and becoming a #WishHero in the Manchester Marathon 2027, you'll be transforming lives for children like Isla, from Salford. Isla wished 'to be a Youtuber' - her wish was made possible because of #WishHeroes like you.

Isla's wish

6 years old

Salford

"I wish to be a YouTuber"

Read about Isla's wish

"It spurred Isla on... made us refocus on thinking positively... I don’t think people realise how much thinking about that wish gets them through the treatment."

Jill, Isla's mum