Amsterdam Marathon (Area B) 2026

The Amsterdam Marathon is a stunning race through the beautiful streets of Amsterdam, along the Amstel River, and through the famous Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark.

Run towards a future free from arthritis

Location: Amsterdam 
Date: Sunday 18 October 2026
Cost: £50
Minimum sponsorship target: £500

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 the major sights while supporting Arthritis UK and a future free from arthritis.

I would like a charity place

Thank you for your interest in a charity place for the Amsterdam Marathon 2026. We have currently sold out of our charity places for 2026. 

If you would be interested in joining the team for 2027, please email fundraising@arthritis-uk.org

Congratulations on securing your place directly with the Amsterdam Marathon organisers! Thank you for choosing to join Team Arthritis UK and for supporting a future free from arthritis. 

Simply click the button, fill in the form and we'll be in touch.

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What to expect as an Arthritis UK runner

  • An Arthritis UK running vest
  • An official welcome pack full of helpful training and fundraising advice
  • Dedicated training and fundraising support from our expert team
  • Access to our closed Facebook group of our community of supporters
  • A finisher’s medal from the organiser 

More information

Contact us

There's much more information about the route on the Amsterdam Marathon (Area B) 2026 website but you can also contact our team at fundraising@arthritis-uk.org with questions or to get support. 

Thank you for supporting Arthritis UK.