KOTWF Race & Events Calendar
A complete overview of endurance events, from world-class races to local community meet-up
The Schneider Electric Paris Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Paris, France
Entry details: Ballot, charity places and tour operators.
Course type: Road, rolling
Who it’s best for: Destination racers and first time marathoners
Sells out quickly: Yes
Manchester Adidas Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon (42.2km)
Location: Manchester, UK
Date & start time: April 2026 – NA
Entry details: Paid entry, sells out quickly
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: PB seekers, first-time marathoners
London Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: London, UK
Entry details: Ballot, charity places and international tour operators
Course type: Road
Who it’s best for: All abilities, runners wanting a great atmosphere
Sells out quickly: Yes, ballot only
Leeds Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Leeds, UK
Entry details: Paid entry, £65 - £120
Course type: Hilly road
Who it’s best for: Experienced runners
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.runforall.com/events/marathon/leeds-marathon/
Berlin Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Berlin, Germany
Entry details: Ballot
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: All levels
Sells out quickly: Yes
Chicago Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: Chicago, USA
Entry details: Ballot, tickets still available through charity places and tour operators
Course type: Flat road
Who it’s best for: PB chasers
Sells out quickly: Ballot only
URL: https://www.chicagomarathon.com
Event Description:
Yorkshire Marathon
Event type: Road running
Distance: Marathon (42.2km)
Location: York, UK
Entry details: General entry (no ballot), £65.50 - £120
Course type: Road / mostly flat / scenic
Best for: First-time marathoners, PB chasers and runners who want a well-supported UK marathon without a ballot
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: NA
Event description:
A popular autumn road marathon set in the historic city of York. The Yorkshire Marathon offers a largely flat, fast course through the city and surrounding countryside, with strong crowd support and a reputation for excellent organisation. A great option for runners looking to avoid major marathon ballots while still racing a high-quality, memorable event.
TCS New York City Marathon
Event type: Running (road)
Distance: Marathon, 42.2K
Location: New York, USA
Entry details: Secure a place through the general ballot, qualifying race, charities spots, international tour operators.
Course type: Road, rolling
Who it’s best for: Iconic marathon seekers
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.nyrr.org