Milton Keynes Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
43–59°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +66 ft
Participants
Large field
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Milton Keynes Marathon is an AIMS- and UK Athletics-certified marathon held every May Bank Holiday weekend in Milton Keynes, England. Since launching in 2012, the race has grown into a full weekend of events - the Rocket 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, and Superhero Fun Run - with Brioche Pasquier as headline sponsor. The Marathon and Half Marathon start and finish at Stadium MK, following the city's traffic-free Redway network through Milton Keynes' linear parks, giving runners a scenic, largely car-free route. Because the course is AIMS-certified, finishing times qualify as entry-standard performances for other major marathons, including Boston and London. The Marathon carries a 6.5-hour time limit, with intermediate cut-offs at the second lap and Mile 21.
Questions about the Milton Keynes Marathon 2027
When is the Milton Keynes Marathon 2027?
Monday, May 3, 2027.
Where is the Milton Keynes Marathon?
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom.
What time does the Milton Keynes Marathon start?
The race starts at 9:00 AM, local time.
What is the Milton Keynes Marathon time limit?
6.5 hours.
How do I enter the Milton Keynes Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Mar 31, 2027: Entry Transfer / Amendment Deadline. Ways in: Online registration via mkmarathon.com (Eventrac booking platform).
How much does the Milton Keynes Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon Entry: £64.27. Half Marathon Entry: £49.32.
What is the Milton Keynes Marathon elevation gain?
120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +20 m (66 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Milton Keynes Marathon course like?
It passes Stadium MK, Milton Keynes Redway network and Milton Keynes linear parks.
What is the weather like at the Milton Keynes Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 6–15 °C (43–59 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the Milton Keynes Marathon have?
8,000 participants. Large field.
Is the Milton Keynes Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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