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Home > News & events > Fundraising events > Great Manchester Run 2026
The Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event. In true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish!
Runners will experience a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support seen anywhere in the UK.
Tens of thousands of runners take to the streets of Manchester to take on the Half Marathon challenge – will you join us in 2026?
Register for one of our charity places in the Great Manchester Run and join Team Breakthrough T1D:
Sign up now
If you secure your own place with the race organisers or your running club, we’d be delighted to have you join Team Breakthrough T1D and we will support you every step of the way.
You’ll receive all the benefits of a charity place runner – with no minimum sponsorship requirement!
Register your own place
*Your Breakthrough T1D running vest will be sent to you once you create your fundraising page.
For more information, email Holly Cummings, Challenge and Sports Events Fundraiser.
Join us for the Great Manchester Run and help improve the lives of those living with T1D.
If this event doesn’t quite fit the bill, there are loads more to choose from. Have a browse of our other running events:
The Brighton Marathon takes you from Preston Park, through the heart of the city and along the iconic seafront.
From Pall Mall to Downing Street, runners will explore London's landmarks and hidden secrets on a route like no other.
Feel the energy of Milan as you take part in one of the most engaging and popular sporting events in Italy.
The adidas Manchester Marathon is one of Europe's largest marathons and an ideal event to get a personal best.
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