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London Marathon Plans Two-Day Event for 100,000 Runners

3/25/2026

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The London Marathon is advancing plans for a two-day event in 2027, potentially allowing 100,000 amateur runners.
The event is scheduled for April 24 and 25, 2027, and aims to raise over £130 million for charity while fostering community unity amid social divisions.
The mayor's office reportedly supports this initiative after a record 1.1 million applicants for the 2026 marathon and discussions with stakeholders continue with formal approval still pending.

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The London Marathon is advancing plans for a two-day event in 2027, potentially allowing 100,000 amateur runners.
The event is scheduled for April 24 and 25, 2027, and aims to raise over £130 million for charity while fostering community unity amid social divisions.
The mayor's office reportedly supports this initiative after a record 1.1 million applicants for the 2026 marathon and discussions with stakeholders continue with formal approval still pending.