If you’re looking for a challenge with some scenic views or with an opportunity to experience a different environment, then why not run a marathon overseas for MS-UK. Our provider partners are here to help you get into these fantastic events and help make a big difference to those with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Whether you’re looking for stunning views or to complete a world-record course, there is an extensive choice of events to enable you to make a difference for MS-UK. Secure your place in one of the world’s best running events now!
Location Berlin, Germany
Date 28/09/25
Fundraising target £1750
Recognised as one of the most famous races across the globe, the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON boasts spectacular views, with the flat course running through the historic capital with famous sites including the Brandenburg Gate, as well as thousands of spectators attending every year.
It’s perfect for beginners and elite runners alike. Part of the World Marathon Majors. Places are now sold out for 2024 on the ‘run with realbuzz’ programme. Register your interest for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2025.
Runners 45,000
Course Mostly flat
Surface Road
Start 09.15am
Temperature Approx 12°C – 17°C
Location Chicago, IL, USA
Date 13/10/2024
Fundraising target £2000
Part of the World Marathon Majors, running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike.
The race starts and finishes in Grant Park, and travels through one of the world’s most magnificent cities. With ideal weather conditions, dry with highs of 67°F (19°C), this marathon is an unmissable and highly in-demand event. Reserve your place now. Limited availability.
Runners 40,000
Course Flat and fast
Start 07.30am
Temperature Approx 10°C – 19°C
Location Dublin, Ireland
Date 27/10/24
Fundraising target £1300
With its iconic route past Dublin’s most famous landmarks, a relatively flat course and optimum running temperatures, the Irish Life Dublin Marathon is unmissable.
Known as the Friendly Marathon, it’s an unbeatable atmosphere with over 20,000 runners taking to the course. The 2024 ballot has now closed for general entry so secure your charity place today to run in this world-famous event.
Runners 20,000
Course Flat, single lap
Start 08.45am
Temperature Approx 12°C – 14°C
Choose the perfect overseas challenge for you and raise vital funds for MS-UK. Don’t miss out on your place in these sought-after runs!
Registration for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2024 has now closed. Why not get ahead of the crowd and register your interest today.
Location Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam
Date TBC
Fundraising target £300
The Mizuno Half Marathon is the biggest Half Marathon of the Netherlands and is part of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon.
The Mizuno Half Marathon consists of one loop, most of which passes through the attractive centre of Amsterdam. The course starts at the Stadionweg and goes through Churchilllaan, Rijnstraat and the Utrechtse Bridge over the Amstel river. Next you run through Watergraafsmeer and Zeeburg. The rest of the course is the same as that of the full marathon.
The course leads the participants through Amsterdam’s city centre and passes many highlights, which would also be worth a separate sightseeing tour. You can read some of the most attractive sights here.
Registration for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2024 has now closed. More than six months before the start of the marathon, all 45,000 bibs have been allocated, a unique development in the history of this marathon! With popularity increasing for this event, and 2025 marking the 50th anniversary, why not get ahead of the crowd and register your interest now.
Registration for the 50th edition starts on Sunday, October 27, 2024.
Date 19/10/25
Fundraising target £550
Join over 47 000 runners from over 140 countries for this unique city marathon! The event begins and finishes in the Olympic Stadium and provides a scenic course that is flat and fast-paced.
Runners will follow the route along the Amsel River and through the Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark. Amsterdam is known as one of Europe’s most stunning cities, and the Amsterdam Marathon allows runners to take in all of the major sights in a fantastic world-class event.
The very first edition of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon took place in 1975 and so on Sunday, October 19, 2025, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the event. In that same year, the city of Amsterdam celebrates its 750th anniversary, with the TCS Amsterdam Marathon alongside SAIL and the Kwaku Festival being considered one of the three official jubilee events.
This event attracts over 40 thousand runners and is very popular with those from the UK. The vibrant atmosphere of this fashionista capital will have you whizzing around this historical course on the eastern side of Paris.
Location Paris, France
Date 09/03/25
Fundraising target TBC
Registration for the Paris Marathon 2025 has now closed. Why not get ahead of the crowd and register your interest now today.
Date 13/04/25
Fundraising target £600
Join #TeamPurple and take on the challenge of running 26.2 miles through the world-famous Paris marathon 2024, where the Olympic Games will also be hosted in the same year!
The route will take you on a whistle-stop tour of some of Paris’ most famous landmarks. Starting on the iconic Avenue des Champs Elysee, the route will take you past some of Paris world-famous landmarks, including Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.
