Marathons and Races

There are numerous running events around the globe and you can fundraise for any of them on behalf of the Irish Cancer Society. Whether it's an overseas or local marathon, find out how to take part and raise important funds.

Contact the fundraising team if you have any questions about marathons and races: fundraising@irishcancer.ie or CallSave 1850 60 60 60.

Domestic marathons and races - Irish Cancer Society

Find out how to run a marathon or race in beautiful Ireland to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society.

Overseas marathons and races - Irish Cancer Society

Overseas marathons and races are a great way to get fit and see the world. Find out what you have to do to be sponsored by us for an overseas marathon or race.

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Marathon and race runners supporting the Irish Cancer Society have achieved something even more important than getting in good shape. They’ve raised vital funds in support of our work.

We'll give you tips on how to raise money for the marathon or race you're running.

You've run the marathon or race, which is a major achievement. Find out the impact you've made with the funds you've raised.

Here's our Top 10 training tips to get you ready to run that marathon or race.

Ramon Whelan's experience

“I started running in a bid to lose some weight after I had finished chemotherapy. I found the more I ran, the more I enjoyed it so this year I decided I’d run my first marathon for the Irish Cancer Society”.

Ramon Whelan, Dublin City Marathon runner, 2011

Where the money goes