Friendly atmosphere, supportive crowds and fast route

We're sorry, but entries for the Manchester Half Marathon have now closed. To join the waitlist or register your interest for next year's event sign up now. To find out about our other events, send us an email and we'll get back to you. The Manchester Half Marathon continues to grow each year, attracting runners from across the UK, and is perfect for both first timers and seasoned runners chasing a personal best. You'll make your way through some of Manchester's most vibrant neighbourhoods, passing lively local landmarks and soaking up the city's famous energy from start to finish. With wide roads, great pacing opportunities, and Mancunian spirit all around you, it's a run that truly celebrates the heart of the city. The Manchester Half Marathon welcomes runners of all backgrounds and abilities – so whether you're setting a new challenge or returning to beat your last time, we'd love to have you on the team. Come one, come all, and join us for what promises to be an unforgettable event with Team Marie Curie! Have your own place? If you're lucky enough to secure your own place and would like to run for Marie Curie, please complete this form to confirm your place with us. We'll send out your running top and fundraising pack to welcome you to the team.

Location

Manchester
UK

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Why choose Team Marie Curie?

As part of Team Marie Curie, you'll get our support from now until race day. We'll provide you with:

a fundraising pack to help you smash those targets
on-hand support from our dedicated fundraising team
a free Marie Curie running top which you can wear with pride
iron-on letters for your name (as well as temporary tattoos!)
a dedicated training hub with easy-to-follow videos, weekly training plans and blogs from an expert personal trainer.

How we support you

How your fundraising helps

£23

could pay for an hour of expert care and emotional support for someone living with a terminal illness, in the comfort of their own home.

£100

could help fund half an evening's care in a person's home when they need it most.

£200

could help fund nine hours of nursing support in someone's home through the night, bringing the expert care and comfort families need.

Have a question about this event?

Ask away. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Contact us on 0800 716 146 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or email team@mariecurie.org.uk. You can also check out our frequently asked questions for more details about running as part of Team Marie Curie.

Manchester Half Marathon 2026

Friendly atmosphere, supportive crowds and fast route

Location

Why choose Team Marie Curie?

How we support you

Training plans

Marie Curie running top

Cheering materials

Online fundraising pack

Fundraising support

How your fundraising helps

£23

£100

£200

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