Manchester Half Marathon
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About the race
The ASICS Manchester Half is a 13.1 miles road race held each October, traditionally starting and finishing by Old Trafford. Since its launch in 2016 the event has grown into one of the region’s largest mass-participation half marathons; the 2026 edition welcomed over 30,000 participants. The next edition is scheduled for Sunday 3 October 2027.
The course is run entirely on closed roads and is described as flat with no major hills. The route includes live performances, DJs and dedicated cheer zones at intervals along the course. All finishers receive a medal.
The event is licensed by England Athletics and approved to be held under UK Athletics Rules for Competition. Organisers and participants have noted professional race delivery and consistent crowd support along the route. ASICS is listed among the event partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
