Paris Marathon 2026

Date: Sunday 12 April 2026
Location: Paris, France

A large group of people running from a start line

Join Team Battersea on our first ever venture overseas to the Paris Marathon! Run through the beautiful streets of Paris and take in the amazing sights as you fundraise for dogs and cats in this prestigious event!

Sign up today

By taking part in the Paris Marathon you'll be helping lost, abandoned and unwanted dogs and cats find the loving new homes they need.

Register for a charity place

We have a limited number of guaranteed places in the Paris Marathon, so sign up today to run on behalf of Battersea. The non-refundable registration fee for a Battersea charity place is £50 and we ask that you pledge to raise a minimum of £750. The money you raise by taking part in this event goes towards the running of Battersea’s centres.

Apply for a charity place

*Please note that runners are responsible for arranging their own transport and accommodation for this event.

I have my own place

If you have already secured your place for the Paris Marathon, we would love for you to run on behalf of Battersea.

Why run for Battersea?

As a Battersea runner you will receive:

A Team Battersea running vest
Fundraising materials (if required) including collection box, balloons, banners.
A fundraising guide with plenty of ideas to help you hit your target, and support from start to finish from our friendly fundraising team.
Training guides with our top tips and advice.
Access to our Team Battersea Facebook group where you can meet other Battersea supporters taking on challenges and ask questions about training and fundraising.