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Every Bib Has a Story ❤️Meet two brothers taking on their first-ever Irish Life Dublin Marathon this October — running s...
16/06/2026

Every Bib Has a Story ❤️

Meet two brothers taking on their first-ever Irish Life Dublin Marathon this October — running side by side in support of family, gratitude, and hope 🫶🏼

💬 “We decided to run the Dublin Marathon together because our dad used to run marathons when he was younger. After everything our family has been through — losing our uncle in 2022 and our dad suffering a heart attack last January — we wanted to take on something meaningful while he’s still here to see it.”

💬 “We’ve also experienced first-hand the incredible care of St James’s Hospital Foundation. From our uncle’s long health battle, to the support for our dad, and even the life-saving care for our nephew during a difficult time — the staff went above and beyond in every situation.”

💬 “Choosing St James’s as a charity was an easy decision. The doctors, nurses, paramedics, receptionists, and everyone involved showed us what true care and compassion looks like. We’ll always be grateful.”

💬 “I was lucky to get a ballot entry, and my brother decided to run for charity after not getting one initially. Since January 2025, we’ve trained and raced together — nearly 15 distance medals so far. This will be our biggest challenge yet, but also our most meaningful.”

💬 “Training hasn’t been easy, but we’re so excited for race day. The atmosphere, the crowds, and crossing that finish line together — it’s something we’ll never forget.”

💬 “We’ve set a €2,000 fundraising target and are currently at €655. Every bit of support means so much to us as we continue this journey.”

✨ Best of luck to both of you — we can’t wait to see you take on the streets of Dublin together 🇮🇪🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

📣 The Dublin Marathon Group has extended the 2026 official transfer window, giving more runners who missed out in the ba...
11/06/2026

📣 The Dublin Marathon Group has extended the 2026 official transfer window, giving more runners who missed out in the ballot a chance to secure a place through the transfer system.

The transfer period has been extended from just over one month in 2025 to more than two months for 2026, offering greater flexibility for participants.

📅 Available from 22 July to 23 September via your Eventmaster account 🎉

As part of our continued commitment to supporting runners throughout their marathon journey, we are delighted to announc...
10/06/2026

As part of our continued commitment to supporting runners throughout their marathon journey, we are delighted to announce Emmett Dunleavy as the Official Dublin Marathon Group Coach.

He will provide expert coaching guidance, training content and practical advice to support participants of all experience levels 🏃🏻

💬 Dunleavy said: “Taking on a marathon is a huge personal challenge, whether you’re aiming to complete your first race or chasing a new personal best. I’m looking forward to supporting participants throughout their training journey with practical advice, guidance and encouragement in the lead-up to race day.”

Built on miles. Carried by stories. Powered by people ❤️ Today marks the launch of the 45th running of the Irish Life Du...
10/06/2026

Built on miles. Carried by stories. Powered by people ❤️ Today marks the launch of the 45th running of the Irish Life Dublin Marathon, taking place on 25th October.

For the 45th running of the event, Dublin Marathon Group reflects on over four decades of proud running heritage, while also looking toward an exciting next chapter on the road to the 50th Anniversary in 2031.

Elite athletes, charity runners, and some of the marathon’s most iconic participants gathered today with representatives from Irish Life and Dublin Marathon Group to celebrate this incredible milestone. From the 1,300 runners who started the journey in 1980, to the tens of thousands who will line up in 2026, the milestone is an opportunity to recognise the the miles, stories, and people that make the race special 🥰

Today also saw the launch of the campaign, which invites the running community to share the personal journeys & inspiring stories that carry them across the finish line.

Can’t wait to see you in October ! 🏃‍♀️

Successful applicants for Good For Age entry will be notified today, Tuesday 2nd June, via email 📧 Please keep an eye on...
02/06/2026

Successful applicants for Good For Age entry will be notified today, Tuesday 2nd June, via email 📧 Please keep an eye on your inbox and check your spam/junk folders.

We want to wish the very best of luck to the FTD Brothers as they prepare to cross the finish line of their incredible c...
28/05/2026

We want to wish the very best of luck to the FTD Brothers as they prepare to cross the finish line of their incredible challenge — 33 marathons in 33 days — finishing in Dublin today, 28th May 🎉

Jordan and Cian Adams have taken on this extraordinary journey to raise awareness of Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) and to support the vital work of Alzheimer Society of Ireland and their own non-profit organisation, the FTD Brothers Foundation.

The brothers lost their mother to FTD in 2016. As carriers of the same genetic condition, both Jordan and Cian are likely to develop the disease themselves in their 40s. Instead of standing still, they chose to fight back — turning their story into one of courage, awareness, and hope for others.

Jordan and Cian will complete their final marathon in Merrion Square, Dublin today, and from everyone at Dublin Marathon Group, we want to congratulate them on this remarkable achievement.

We’ll also be making a donation to support this important cause, and we encourage everyone to come out, show their support, and help give the brothers the incredible finish they deserve 💙

The Irish Life Fingal 10k is now SOLD OUT 🎉🎉
05/05/2026

The Irish Life Fingal 10k is now SOLD OUT 🎉🎉

Applications are now open for the Good For Age entry for the 2026 Irish Life Dublin Marathon 🎉This category is open to a...
01/05/2026

Applications are now open for the Good For Age entry for the 2026 Irish Life Dublin Marathon 🎉

This category is open to all runners who have achieved a qualifying marathon time within the last two years, not just club members.

Entering the Irish Life Dublin Marathon ‘Good For Age’ does not guarantee a place in the 2026 Irish Life Dublin Marathon. Times will be verified, and you will be notified if you have been successful.

For more information, visit www.irishlifedublinmarathon.ie

Less than 400 entries left for the Irish Life Fingal 10k. Register today to avoid disappointment 🙌🏼👟For more information...
16/04/2026

Less than 400 entries left for the Irish Life Fingal 10k. Register today to avoid disappointment 🙌🏼👟

For more information, visit 🔗 www.irishlifedublinmarathon.ie

The Irish Life Dublin Half Marathon in September is now SOLD OUT 🎉🏃🏻‍♂️ We will be offering a transfer option again this...
07/04/2026

The Irish Life Dublin Half Marathon in September is now SOLD OUT 🎉🏃🏻‍♂️

We will be offering a transfer option again this year, which will be available from 24th July - 23rd August.

You can still register for the Irish Life Fingal 10k and the Frank Duffy 10 Mile via www.irishlifedublinmarathon.ie 🎉

Thank you for your continued support!

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