Marathon

Dublin Marathon Poster

Ireland's largest running event, held each October bank holiday through the streets of the Irish capital.

City
Dublin
Country
Ireland
Distance
42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Date
October 25, 2026 (approx.)

The Dublin Marathon is a marathon of 42.2 km (26.2 mi), based in Dublin, Ireland, usually in October. Drop in your GPX, TCX, FIT or KML file to create a custom poster of your route.

Official race website: Dublin Marathon

The Dublin Marathon course

The marathon starts near Fitzwilliam Square and finishes at Merrion Square in Dublin's Georgian centre, running an anticlockwise loop through the city. The route passes through Phoenix Park before heading out to the southside suburbs and back. It is generally fairly flat with some testing climbs in the middle miles.

Profile
Rolling
Elevation gain
208 m
First held
1980
Field size
~17,000
Course record (M)
2:06:52
Course record (W)
2:24:13

Typical race-day conditions: Late October, cool and often wet or breezy, typically 7-13C.

What your Dublin Marathon poster could look like

Style examples with illustrative routes — upload your own GPS file below and your real route & stats replace these.

DUBLIN
MARATHON
Dublin, Ireland
42.20km
3:47:47
5:24/km
191m
3160Cal
Every Step Counts
DUBLIN
MARATHON
Dublin, Ireland
42.20km
4:00:35
5:42/km
234m
3160Cal
Stronger Than Yesterday
DUBLIN
MARATHON
Dublin, Ireland
42.20km
3:42:33
5:16/km
62m
3160Cal
Earned, Not Given

Make your own Dublin Marathon poster

Upload your GPX, TCX, FIT or KML file — your real route & stats become a print-ready poster in seconds. Free, no sign-up.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Dublin Marathon?
The Dublin Marathon is typically held in October — around October 25, 2026 (check the official race site for the confirmed 2026 date).
How long is the Dublin Marathon?
42.2 km (26.2 mi) — full marathon distance.
Where is the Dublin Marathon held?
The Dublin Marathon is held in Dublin, Ireland.
Who organises the Dublin Marathon?
The Dublin Marathon is organised by Dublin Marathon, whose official website has entry and course details.
Where can I find official Dublin Marathon information?
Dates, entry, and course details are published on the official Dublin Marathon website. After the race, export your GPS file and turn it into a poster here.
How do I make a Dublin Marathon poster?
Upload your GPX, TCX, or FIT file to Route Posters. Your 42.2 km (26.2 mi) route and stats are instantly turned into a beautiful, print-ready poster — free and no sign-up needed.
How do I get my GPS file for the Dublin Marathon?
After your race, export a GPX, TCX, or FIT file from Strava, Garmin Connect, Apple Fitness, Komoot, Wahoo, Suunto, or your watch app. Look for the "Export" or "Download" option on the activity detail page.