ASICS Manchester Half Marathon 2026

Take on the biggest half marathon in the region

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Join 28,000 runners and take on the biggest half marathon in the region, the Manchester Half. The closed-road route starts and finishes at the iconic Old Trafford, offering a flat course with no challenging hills—perfect for beginners or experienced runners chasing a personal best. Throughout the race, you’ll be immersed in an electric atmosphere, with vibrant entertainment and energising cheer points to keep you motivated and inspired every step of the way.  

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Event details

Dates
4 October 2026
Location
England
Category
Run
Difficulty
Intermediate
Minimum age
17+
Distance
Half marathon
Registration fee
£30
Fundraising target
£350+

Why join our team?

The Mental Health Foundation strives to ensure you receive the best supportive care possible. From the moment you sign up to the day of the race and beyond, the Events team will be there to offer you personalised support to ensure that you enjoy the whole process of fundraising for charity and can raise as much money as possible to support the vital work that we do!

You will receive a Mental Health Foundation running top when you sign up.

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FAQs

Yes! If you have your place in the race and would like to join our team, please drop us an email at events@mentalhealth.org.uk with your vest size - we would love to welcome you to the team!

If you have a question about the Manchester Half Marathon or any other event, please contact our Events Team on 020 7803 1123 or email events@mentalhealth.org.uk