Marathons

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: fundraising@irishcancer.ie or CallSave 1850 60 60 60.

Domestic marathons - Irish Cancer Society

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

Overseas marathons - Irish Cancer Society

Overseas marathons 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.

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Marathon 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 you're running.

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

Coach Marie Murphy, an Olympic marathon runner, will outline a training plan that will get you ready to run that marathon.

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