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Join our team to take on the 2026 adidas Manchester Marathon and experience the fun, party atmosphere as you run.
With entertainment including rock choirs, motivation stations, Samba bands and more, your spirits will be high as you complete the 26.2 mile course around the city.
Ready for your next challenge? Join Team Cats now and make a real difference to the cats and kittens that need our help.
Our 2026 team is now full! Please join our waiting list and we'll be in touch if a place becomes available.
If you have your own place in the event, you can still join Team Cats! Click here to make your marathon more meaningful by using your place to support the cats.
For this popular marathon run there is a registration fee of £35 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £350.
We'll be with you every step of the way, from sign-up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including:
We help an estimated 157,000 cats and kittens a year through our national network which includes around 185 volunteer teams and 32 cat centres. We also provide an array of cat care information and support, promote the benefits of neutering, and seek to educate people of all ages about cats and their care.
You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats in your chosen area.
If you have any questions, check out our frequently asked questions page.
Alternatively, reach out to our friendly Events team on 01825 741 960 or email events@cats.org.uk.
You can be a cat champion! Join Team Cats and start making an impact today.
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