There is less than 300 days to go until the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships
With less than 300 days to go until the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships, organisers have confirmed the dates of the road race events. The Half Marathon Race Walk and Marathon Race Walk will take place on the morning of Saturday, 15 August, while the road running Marathon is scheduled for the morning of Sunday, 16 August.
The Championships, which take place at Perry Barr’s Alexander Stadium from 10-16 August 2026, will see some of the greatest athletes compete for medals in front of the world’s biggest athletics supporters.
Cherry Alexander OBE, Vice President of European Athletics and Championship Director for Birmingham 2026, said: “We’re delighted to confirm the world class race walks and marathon events, giving even more spectators the chance to be part of the action next August.
“The race walks and marathon events take place outside of the stadium and offer an excellent opportunity for the public to line the route and witness the best in the world competing in the heart of Birmingham.
“We know that the enthusiasm of the fans, both local and visiting, will bring added excitement and buzz to the Championships.”
Councillor Sharon Thompson, Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council, said: “Birmingham is buzzing with excitement ahead of the European Athletics Championships next August. We are proud to be the host city for this world-class event. It is a brilliant opportunity for residents to witness elite sport not only inside our Alexander Stadium, but also out on our streets with race walks and marathon events bringing the action directly into the heart of our communities. We can’t wait to welcome athletes, fans and visitors from across Europe and beyond.”
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The Championships will see over 1600 athletes from 48 nations compete for glory. With 44 gold medals to be won across the seven evening sessions, fans will see history being made under the floodlights. Many of Europe’s biggest names are expected to target their 2026 summer ambitions at Birmingham — making this a superb chance for fans to witness world-class performances on home soil.
Tickets start from just £5 for children and £10 for adults.
To book and find out more, visit tickets.birmingham26.com.
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Athletic Ventures, alongside event partners Birmingham City Council, European Athletics, UK Sport and West Midlands Combined Authority will help deliver Europe’s premier track and field competition – an event that the GB & NI team are the most successful nation ever in Europe. It is also the first time the UK is hosting an outdoor major athletics Championship since the world-record breaking London 2017 World Championships.
To book and find out more, visit tickets.birmingham26.com.
