Date: 26th April 2026
Time: 9am
Location: London
London Marathon 2026
- This event has passed.
Entry Price: Free
Minimum Sponsorship: £2,500
Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037
Join #TeamAcorns at the TCS London Marathon 2026!
The TCS London Marathon is one of the most well-known races in the world and you have the opportunity to take on this huge challenge and to support Acorns Children’s Hospice.
Hundreds of thousands of spectators line the streets creating an incredible atmosphere. You will pass some of London’s most iconic landmarks and be joined by over 56,000 runners attempting the 26.2 mile distance.
Public ballot is now closed
The TCS London Marathon 2026 is a hugely popular event with most runners successfully gaining a place through the public ballot. If you’re lucky enough to have secured a place, we’d love to hear from you and have you run as part of #TeamAcorns.
Charity places
Applications for our 2026 charity places are now closed. Please register your interest to run for Acorns in the TCS London Marathon 2027.
If you were lucky enough to…
…secure a place, we would be delighted to welcome you to #TeamAcorns! By joining #TeamAcorns, you’ll receive:
- Dedicated support from our specialist Events team.
- The chance to join our London Marathon 2026 community to share tips, ask questions and learn from others, through a Whatsapp group and online meet and greet sessions.
- A personalised Acorns running vest with your name.
- An Acorns water bottle to help you during those months of training!
- A Q&A with a qualified physiotherapist to help look after those legs and feet!
- Access to a wide variety of fundraising ideas, materials and resources.
- Cheer squad materials for your friends and family.
- On the day cheer squad support to motivate you as you tackle the 26.2 miles!
Have your own place?
If you already have a place at the London Marathon 2026, you can still join #TeamAcorns and help to raise vital funds for local children and families. Our Events team will be on hand to support you throughout, including sharing fundraising ideas, providing a running vest to wear on the day, and more.
Take a look at the London Marathon 2025!
London Marathon 2025 highlights
London Marathon 2025 in photos
I have my own place
If you have a ballot place in the London Marathon 2026 and would like to support Acorns through your run, please fill our the form below and one of our team will be in touch soon.