The MK Marathon Weekend will return on Sunday 3 May and Monday 4 May 2026, transforming Milton Keynes into a two-day celebration of running. The festival begins on Sunday with the fast and flat Rocket 5K, perfect for a quick personal best or a lively warm-up. Monday hosts the headline races: the full Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay, plus the family-friendly Superhero Fun Run, all finishing inside the impressive Stadium MK. Known for its scenic, traffic-free routes that weave through parks, lakes, and boulevards, the event welcomes runners of every level to experience a weekend of atmosphere and achievement.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
1 mile
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
The MK Marathon is set for Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, forming part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It’s a full road Marathon run through scenic pathways, finishing in Stadium MK amid cheering crowds.
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
The MK Half Marathon will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It covers the 13.1-mile distance on a scenic course through parks, lakes, and walkways, finishing in style at Stadium MK.
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
The MK Marathon Relay will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. Teams of four each run roughly 10 km to collectively complete the full marathon distance, with every team finishing together inside Stadium MK.
Race Date:
03 May, 2026
The Rocket 5K is happening on Sunday, 3 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a fast, flat 5-km city run starting in Central Milton Keynes and finishing at Stadium MK, kicking off the MK Marathon Weekend.
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
The MK Superhero Fun Run (Adults) is happening on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a lively 1 mile road fun run around Stadium MK, where participants dress up in superhero costumes and finish with energy and fanfare in the stadium.
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FAQs
What is the MK Marathon?
How long is the MK Marathon?
Where does the MK Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the MK Marathon?
How can I prepare for the MK Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Marathon?
The MK Marathon is set for Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, forming part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It’s a full road Marathon run through scenic pathways, finishing in Stadium MK amid cheering crowds.
The MK Marathon is 42km long.
The MK Marathon takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
The MK Marathon elevation gain is 286 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Marathon?
The MK Marathon is set for Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, forming part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It’s a full road Marathon run through scenic pathways, finishing in Stadium MK amid cheering crowds.
How long is the MK Marathon?
The MK Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the MK Marathon take place?
The MK Marathon takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the MK Marathon?
The MK Marathon elevation gain is 286 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the MK Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Half Marathon?
How long is the MK Half Marathon?
Where does the MK Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the MK Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the MK Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Half Marathon?
The MK Half Marathon will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It covers the 13.1-mile distance on a scenic course through parks, lakes, and walkways, finishing in style at Stadium MK.
The MK Half Marathon is 21km long.
The MK Half Marathon takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
The MK Half Marathon elevation gain is 158 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Half Marathon?
The MK Half Marathon will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. It covers the 13.1-mile distance on a scenic course through parks, lakes, and walkways, finishing in style at Stadium MK.
How long is the MK Half Marathon?
The MK Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the MK Half Marathon take place?
The MK Half Marathon takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the MK Half Marathon?
The MK Half Marathon elevation gain is 158 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the MK Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
How long is the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
Where does the MK Marathon Relay 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
How can I prepare for the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
The MK Marathon Relay will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. Teams of four each run roughly 10 km to collectively complete the full marathon distance, with every team finishing together inside Stadium MK.
The MK Marathon Relay 10K is 10km long.
The MK Marathon Relay 10K takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
Runna classifies the MK Marathon Relay 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
The MK Marathon Relay will take place on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK, as part of the MK Marathon Weekend. Teams of four each run roughly 10 km to collectively complete the full marathon distance, with every team finishing together inside Stadium MK.
How long is the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
The MK Marathon Relay 10K is 10km long.
Where does the MK Marathon Relay 10K take place?
The MK Marathon Relay 10K takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
Runna classifies the MK Marathon Relay 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Marathon Relay 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Rocket 5K?
How long is the MK Rocket 5K?
Where does the MK Rocket 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the MK Rocket 5K?
How can I prepare for the MK Rocket 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Rocket 5K?
The Rocket 5K is happening on Sunday, 3 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a fast, flat 5-km city run starting in Central Milton Keynes and finishing at Stadium MK, kicking off the MK Marathon Weekend.
The MK Rocket 5K is 5km long.
The MK Rocket 5K takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
Runna classifies the MK Rocket 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Rocket 5K?
The Rocket 5K is happening on Sunday, 3 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a fast, flat 5-km city run starting in Central Milton Keynes and finishing at Stadium MK, kicking off the MK Marathon Weekend.
How long is the MK Rocket 5K?
The MK Rocket 5K is 5km long.
Where does the MK Rocket 5K take place?
The MK Rocket 5K takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the MK Rocket 5K?
Runna classifies the MK Rocket 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the MK Rocket 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Rocket 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Superhero Fun Run?
How long is the MK Superhero Fun Run?
Where does the MK Superhero Fun Run take place?
What is the elevation gain of the MK Superhero Fun Run?
How can I prepare for the MK Superhero Fun Run?
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Superhero Fun Run?
The MK Superhero Fun Run (Adults) is happening on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a lively 1 mile road fun run around Stadium MK, where participants dress up in superhero costumes and finish with energy and fanfare in the stadium.
The MK Superhero Fun Run is 1km long.
The MK Superhero Fun Run takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
Runna classifies the MK Superhero Fun Run elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the MK Superhero Fun Run?
The MK Superhero Fun Run (Adults) is happening on Monday, 4 May 2026 in Milton Keynes, UK. It’s a lively 1 mile road fun run around Stadium MK, where participants dress up in superhero costumes and finish with energy and fanfare in the stadium.
How long is the MK Superhero Fun Run?
The MK Superhero Fun Run is 1km long.
Where does the MK Superhero Fun Run take place?
The MK Superhero Fun Run takes place in Bletchley, England, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the MK Superhero Fun Run?
Runna classifies the MK Superhero Fun Run elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the MK Superhero Fun Run?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the MK Superhero Fun Run?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Team
Relay
Kid friendly
Fun Run
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