Race Date – Sunday 27th September 2026
Start/Finish – Brandenburg Gate
Distance – Marathon I 26.2 miles
Entry Fee Only £99
Fundraising – £1,000 or more
Enter NowRun the BMW Berlin-Marathon 2026 with an official entry via
Get Kids Going!
Our BMW Berlin-Marathon 2026 entries gives you the chance to run one of the world’s fastest marathon courses and one of the world’s greatest Marathon Majors, while raising £1,000 or more to help disabled children and youngsters to compete in sport. So, why not get one of our Special Offer official entries for just £99 and run the marathon of a lifetime! By joining the Get Kids Going! BMW Berlin-Marathon team you will get the following:
Official BMW Berlin-Marathon 2026 Bib
Timekeeping (bib number tag)
Official Medal (when you run over the finish line)
4-day ticket for Berlin public transport in fare zone ABC so you can travel to the Expo for free!
Poncho at the finish line
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BMW BERLIN-MARATHON ENTRIES FOR
THE 2026 RACE
Everyone welcome.
All finishers will receive…
Official BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026 Race Medal
Official BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026 Finishers shirt available to all runners
Training programme
Online Fundraising and Information Pack
Individual online fundraising page
Personal Trainer Advice Email Hotline
Nutritional advice from our professional nutritionist
Get Kids Going! team technical running shirt
Get Kids Going! – Official Charity Partner
We are an official charity partner of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026, with official entries for the event. Get Kids Going! has taken runners to the Berlin Marathon for over 26 years.
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Don’t miss out on getting your place in the race! Enter now for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026 race, as our official entries will be in demand!
To Enter… just click on the Enter Now button above or below. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Important Information
Please do not arrange any travel or accommodation etc. until we have confirmed/agreed your application/entry into the race.
Please contact us if you have not heard from us within the next 10 days.
Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 (0) 207 481 8110.
All applicants agree to the terms and conditions laid down by the race organisers and Get Kids Going!
Terms and conditions are available at www.getkidsgoing.com
BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, with its perfect conditions, gives any runner the opportunity to smash their PB and experience this amazing race! To ensure 2026 becomes a memorable year for you, take inspiration from the great Kipchoge, arguably one of the greatest marathon runners the world has ever witnessed. With that in mind, make sure that this year you follow in his footsteps, seize the moment, and fully embrace the opportunity to excel. As part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors series, Berlin is one of the flattest, fastest and most exciting courses in the world to run.
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2026 race is the opportunity to experience the marathon of a lifetime!
Electric Atmosphere
With over 40,000 runners taking part, the atmosphere is electric! This famous course runs right through the centre of Berlin. You’ll run past all the famous sites and landmarks including… The Reichstag, Berlin Wall, Berliner Dom, The Victory Column and Checkpoint Charlie are all en route.
Moreover, as part of this unforgettable BMW Berlin-Marathon 2026 experience, you will not only begin but also complete your race beneath the world-famous Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, where, after every hard-earned mile, your official BMW Berlin-Marathon medal will be proudly waiting for you at the finish line.
Get Kids Going! has a number of official charity entries available for the 2026 race – so why not join us and become part of one of the most magical days in the history of running.
We’re welcoming runners of all abilities to the Get Kids Going! BMW Berlin Marathon 2026 charity team.
Get Kids Going!
Get Kids Going! is a national charity which gives disabled children and young people, up to the age of 26 years, the wonderful opportunity of participating in sport. We provide them with specially built sports wheelchairs so they can therefore do: athletics, marathons, tennis, skiing, rugby, sailing, basketball, snowboarding as well as many other sports.
Get Kids Going! inspires young people to compete in sporting events, from start to paralympic level, by also giving them annual sports grants to help with their; training, travel, competition fees and the development of sports’ equipment. With your help many of these amazing youngsters can become world record holders and paralympic champions!
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The Big Half 2026 About the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is one of the world’s most high profile long-distance running events, drawing elite athletes and enthusiastic runners from all over. Held each year in late September, the race takes participants through Berlin’s historic and scenic cityscape, passing landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Victory Column, and Berlin Cathedral. Known for its flat, fast course, the BMW Berlin-Marathon has been the site of numerous world records, making it a favorite among runners aiming for personal bests.
A part of the World Marathon Majors
With its beginnings in 1974, the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is a cornerstone of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, ranking alongside iconic races like the Boston, London, and New York City Marathons. This prestigious status solidifies its place as a must-run event for dedicated marathoners around the world.
Celebrating Community and Athletic Spirit
Beyond elite competition, the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is a celebration of community, resilience, and athletic spirit. Each year, tens of thousands of runners – from seasoned athletes to first-timers – embark on the 26.2 mile journey, cheered on by hundreds of thousands of spectators lining the streets.
Inclusive and Inspirational
In addition to featuring wheelchair and handcycle races, the event also highlights a strong and ongoing commitment to inclusivity in sport. Furthermore, as one of the standout fixtures on Berlin’s sporting calendar, the BMW Berlin-Marathon not only attracts international visitors but also actively promotes health, fitness, and community well-being within the local culture. Together, these elements ensure that the marathon truly embodies the enduring spirit of athleticism that continues to resonate throughout Berlin.
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