The TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026 promises another spectacular day of running in one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. The route takes you past iconic highlights such as the Olympic Stadium, the Rijksmuseum, the River Amstel and the green Vondelpark. The TCS Amsterdam Marathon will take place in the weekend of Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026, with the main marathon distance held on Sunday.
Highlights of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon offers several distances, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced runners:
- TCS Marathon – the full marathon
- Mizuno Half Marathon
- TCS 7.5 km
- Good Morning City Run
- Kids Run and Heroes Run
The course is known for being flat, fast and historic, with the start and finish inside the Olympic Stadium. Along the way you pass highlights such as the passage under the Rijksmuseum, the kilometres along the River Amstel and the loop through the Vondelpark. Amsterdam ranks high among the world’s fastest marathon cities, making it popular with runners aiming for a personal best.
When is the Amsterdam Marathon 2026?
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026 takes place on Sunday 18 October 2026.
The event spans two days:
- Saturday 17 October 2026 – Amsterdam City Walk, Good Morning City Run, TCS 7.5 km, Kids Run, Heroes Run and the Marathon Expo.
- Sunday 18 October 2026 – TCS Marathon, Mizuno Half Marathon, Mini Marathons and finish moments inside the Olympic Stadium.
Register here for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026
Programme and start times 2026
Part of the 2026 programme has already been announced. These are the main components:
Saturday 17 October 2026
- Amsterdam City Walk from roughly 07:00 to 17:00
- Good Morning City Run from 09:00 to 11:00
- International Marathon Expo at the RAI and bib number collection throughout the day and early evening
- Heroes Run and Kids Run in the afternoon
- TCS 7.5 km starts around 14:00 with multiple waves and a time limit of around 1 hour
- Pasta Party in the evening
Sunday 18 October 2026
- TCS Marathon starts around 09:00, with several start waves and a time limit of 6 hours
- Mini Marathons at various locations during the morning and early afternoon
- Mizuno Half Marathon starts around 13:20, time limit 3 hours
- Finish area closes around 17:00
Exact times may shift slightly but will be close to the most recent published schedules.
Dutch National Marathon Championships 2026
During the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026, the official Dutch National Marathon Championships will also take place. The Dutch Athletics Federation has assigned the championship to Amsterdam. All national championship runners start in the first wave inside the Olympic Stadium and run alongside the international field. Participation is open to athletes with a competition licence and Dutch nationality.
Registration for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026
Registration for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026 opens, according to the organisers, on Saturday 20 December 2025 at 12:00.
Important notes:
- Entry fees for 2026 will be announced on the registration page.
- The full marathon, half marathon and 7.5 km often sell out, so it’s wise to register early.
- There are also Business Runs for teams and special starting waves for members of Le Champion.
The Amsterdam Marathon course
The course remains one of the marathon’s biggest strengths:
- Start and finish in the historic Olympic Stadium
- Passage underneath the Rijksmuseum
- Kilometres along the River Amstel with views of stately houses and windmills
- A full loop through the Vondelpark
- Sections near the city centre and canals
The course is flat and fast, making it ideal for personal bests and qualification times. The marathon holds the World Athletics Platinum Label and ranks among the fastest marathons globally.
Extras for participants
In addition to the run itself, participants in 2026 can look forward to:
- Race photos via Marathon Photos, from start to finish
- Often a personal video or finish clip
- Medal engraving with name and finish time in the finish zone
- BibBits or similar magnets to attach your bib without safety pins
Amsterdam City Walk 2026
The Amsterdam City Walk takes place on Saturday 17 October 2026 and attracts more than ten thousand walkers. With several distances and routes through the city centre and parks, it’s a great alternative or supplement to the marathon. Along the way there are checkpoints, entertainment and often local treats.
More information about the Amsterdam City Walk
Supporting cancer research
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon will again collaborate with KWF Dutch Cancer Society in 2026 through the Run Against Cancer programme. Participants can create fundraising pages and raise money for research. Recent editions have raised well over one million euros. Taking part and raising funds helps support research into better treatments and improving the lives of those affected by cancer.
Register here for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026
Book your hotel for the Amsterdam Marathon 2026
The marathon attracts runners and supporters from all over the world. Hotels in Amsterdam often fill up quickly that weekend, especially in:
- The Olympic Stadium area and the Stadionbuurt
- Around Museum Square and the Vondelpark
- The city centre and near Amsterdam Central Station, convenient for public transport and bib collection
Booking well in advance is recommended if you want to stay close to the start and finish or if you have specific preferences.