Latest News About Manchester Marathon

The latest Manchester Marathon news is that the adidas Manchester Marathon is set for Sunday 19 April 2026, with the event now sold out and more than 42,000 participants expected on the streets of Manchester.[1][5]

Recent headlines

• A Manchester Evening News story from 18 April 2026 highlights a runner taking on the marathon after a devastating double tragedy.
• Another 18 April 2026 story says adidas has launched a limited-edition marathon collection inspired by Manchester.

Event updates

• The official event site says 2026 entries are sold out, but charity places are still available.[1]
• The marathon’s news page also shows recent updates on route confirmation, finisher items, travel information, and elite field announcements.[2][5]

If you want, I can also pull together the route, road closures, travel updates, or elite race news for today’s event.