The iconic Cork City Marathon returns on 31 May 2026 with a supporting Half Marathon and 10km event.
Starting from St Patrick's street, the Marathon is an official 42.195km (26 miles and 385 yards) marathon course and serves as a Boston qualifier. It is overall, a fast and flat course that takes you through the beautiful and unique streetscapes of Cork City and suburbs.
The Half Marathon is also flat and fast starting from Monahan Road. The 10km course is completely flat and fast, designed both for fast elite times and as a great introduction to a 10km for novice runners.
The Cork marathon is IAAF certified.
