The Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026 takes place on Sunday 25 October in Dublin city centre. Luxura chauffeurs handle runner drop-offs, finish pick-ups and airport runs around the closures.
- Dates
- Sunday 25 October 2026
- Starts
- 08:45 local time
- Venue
- Fitzwilliam Street and Merrion Square
- City
- Dublin
The Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026 is on Sunday 25 October, the October bank holiday weekend in Ireland. Runners start in waves in the Georgian city centre, and registered runners have already received their wave times.
What is the Dublin Marathon like?
The Dublin Marathon is one of Europe's most popular city marathons, known for its friendly crowds. The course loops through the city's neighbourhoods and Phoenix Park before finishing near Merrion Square.
How do you travel in Dublin on marathon day?
Roads around the start and finish and along the course close for much of Sunday. Your chauffeur will drop you at the closest open point for your wave and meet you after the finish outside the restricted area. For Dublin Airport transfers, allow extra time and let your chauffeur plan the route.
Planning race weekend
- Check your wave start time in your confirmation email.
- Look at the official course and closure map.
- Agree a meeting point after the finish.
- Book a late lunch for after the race.
Explore more about chauffeur travel in Dublin, or book your transfer online or on WhatsApp.
How your chauffeured day runs
- Pickup at your doorYour chauffeur arrives ahead of time and messages on arrival.
- Drop-off at the venueAs close to the entrance as the venue allows.
- Return rideYour chauffeur waits at a meeting point we share with you on the day.
