Marathon

The ballot for the 2026 TCS London Marathon is open!

2026 TCS London Marathon medal

Can’t find your start info?

It has been emailed to you. If you can’t find it, download the TCS London Marathon App and follow these steps:

  1. Go to My Marathon in the App.
  2. Enter the following details:
  • Your Let’s Do This booking ID (found in your confirmation email).
  • Your date of birth.
  • The email address you registered with.

Once you've entered this, you'll be able to access your start info and boarding pass via Event information, so you can pick up your Event Pack at the TCS London Marathon Running Show.

Get the TCS London Marathon app

Keep your friends and family updated on your progress as you conquer the course with real-time tracking!
TCS London Marathon app

The countdown is on

Apr 27 2025 10:00:00

Watch on the BBC

Get ready for Event Day: Watch My Reason to Run at 12:45 on BBC One on Saturday 26 April. In the half-hour programme, Gabby Logan meets inspirational participants in this year's marathon.

Live coverage: On Sunday, the elite race coverage starts at 08:30 on BBC One. Live coverage will move to BBC Two at 14:00.

BBC iPlayer live stream: Friends and family can spot their loved ones on the live stream of Tower Bridge from 10:30 and the Finish Line from 12:30 on BBC iPlayer.

Relive the day: There's an hour-long highlights programme with Gabby Logan on BBC Two at 18:00.
TCS London Marathon participants on The Mall
Event overview

Complete a marathon like no other

The TCS London Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, so this could be the start of your six-star journey! You will also be part of the world’s biggest annual one-day fundraising event.

Read more about the ballot

Olympic steeplechase medallists Chris Brasher and John Disley wanted to make the London Marathon a showcase of the capital.

Join the action and volunteer!

Every year, our incredible volunteers are the heartbeat of our events, making them unforgettable. Whether you're marshalling the route, handing out water, or celebrating with finishers by awarding medals, you'll be at the centre of the excitement.
London Marathon volunteers at the Finish Line

Purchase your Event Day photos!

You will be able to view your photos after Event Day.
London Marathon participant passes Big Ben

Thinking of taking on a marathon?

Whether you’re embarking on your first TCS London Marathon or have several marathon medals at home already, we have the training plan for you.
Woman stretching on a bridge before exercising

Is this your first time fundraising? Or perhaps it’s the most ambitious target you’ve set? Either way, we’ve got you.

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