MK Marathon

The Full Distance. The Ultimate Finish.

MONDAY 4th MAY 2026

The MK Marathon is a true test of commitment — rewarded with one of the most unforgettable finishes in UK running.

Our multi-award-winning marathon event is consistently ranked in the top 10 UK marathons, an AIMS-certified race, with BARR Gold accreditation for outstanding race management. A London and Boston marathon qualifying event, an Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Championships qualifier, and an EA Masters qualifier.

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Route Overview

Amazing Stadium Finish

Built for runners who want confidence, rhythm, and atmosphere, the MK Marathon combines a fast, scenic course through the green spaces of Milton Keynes with a finale few races can match. After 26.2 miles of focus and determination, you’ll enter StadiumMK for a full lap of the pitch before crossing the finish line to the roar of the crowd.

This is a marathon designed to work with you. Flat, flowing, and traffic-free in long sections, it’s ideal for first-time marathoners and PB chasers alike — without the congestion or chaos of a mega-race.

Run for the challenge. Run for the medal. Run for the moment you step into the stadium and realise you’ve done it.

This is the marathon your training deserves.

Route Details & Map

Plan Your Race Day

Medal Design

The Marathon medal is a stunning piece of art inspired by Star Wars that symbolises speed and achievement.

One weekend. Two days of running. Three times the bling!

Runners participating in the Sunday Rocket 5K and the Marathon, Half, or Relay on Bank Holiday Monday will receive a third medal – the MK Challenge Medal.

MK Marathon Medal 2026. One weekend. Two days of running. Three times the bling!
MK Marathon Event T-Shirt 2026

Event T-Shirt

Quality sublimation technical top in women’s and men’s cuts.

  • Order a t-shirt when you enter the half marathon, marathon relay or marathon.
  • Only £10.00!
  • You must order your T-shirt before 10th February at midnight.
  • Event t-shirts will be available for collection after the race.

Top 10 Finish Times

MEN MARATHON

Michael Young 02:29:36 2022
Joshua Teece 02:31:05 2021
Ben Fish 02:31:10 2016
Michael Aldridge 02:32:46 2019
Brandon Cuell 02:34:12 2025
Wojciech Kopec 02:34:44 2019
Phil Holland 02:34:46 2019
Joseph Baker 02:35:28 2021
Rob Elmore 02:36:16 2021
Jason Cherriman 02:36:25 2022

WOMEN MARATHON

Melissah Gibson 02:52:44 2021
Kate Wells 02:54:49 2025
Helen Mussen 02:54:51 2019
Harriet Carr 02:56:56 2025
Karen Smith 02:57:18 2021
Asia Zmyslona 02:57:33 2017
Colleen Mukuya 02:57:40 2018
Georgina Povall 02:57:46 2022
Kate Wright 02:28:25 2015
Liza Bradshaw 02:58:56 2021

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