WHAT IS IT?
The World Marathon Challenge is huge annual event, when relay teams from around the world race to complete a marathon in the fastest time possible. Primary school teams can enter the 1500m Challenge as an alternative to completing the full marathon.
WHEN IS IT HAPPENING?
Choose a date to suit you between 16 and 23 October, or join teams from 40 countries around the world for our 'global finale' race on Wednesday 23 October 2013.
WHO CAN TAKE PART?
The event has two age categories: 11-13, and any age. We also have special resources to help schools get the most out of the event. Download our schools flyer.
FIND US ON FACEBOOK
facebook.com/WorldMarathonChallengeCan you beat the world record holders?
Paula Radcliffe
World record time:
2:15:25
"The World Marathon Challenge is a brilliant opportunity to show children just how much fun running can be, while raising money for a hugely important cause.”
Patrick Makau
World record time:
2:03:38
"World Marathon Challenge gives children a chance to show their solidarity with children who face a daily struggle to survive. Good luck to all the children taking part in the World Marathon Challenge for Save the Children."
WHAT HAPPENED IN 2012...
More than 20,000 children from Chester to China took part in World Marathon Challenge 2012. Check out the photos from around the world. Best viewed in full screen mode!
OUR PARTNERS
A big thank you to the organisations helping us make World Marathon Challenge the biggest children's running event in the world.
CREATIVE PARTNER
