Brighton Gears Up for a Marathon Weekend Like No Other
This weekend, Brighton is absolutely buzzing as it gets ready to welcome one of its most beloved and vibrant events—the Brighton Marathon and the Brighton & Hove 10K. It's a huge deal here, with up to 20,000 runners expected to take part across a series of events from Friday through Sunday. If you're anywhere near the city, you're going to feel that electric energy in the air.
The main event, the Brighton Marathon, celebrates its 15th anniversary this year and kicks off on Sunday morning. The first wave of marathon runners sets off from Preston Park at 09:45 BST, winding through the city before finishing at the beautiful Hove Lawns. It’s not just about the marathon, though—there’s also the Brighton & Hove 10K, which starts earlier at 08:45, also ending at Hove Lawns. It’s a full morning of cheers, strides, and community spirit.
The entire weekend is packed with activity. It all begins on Friday with the sold-out Community Shakeout Run along the seafront, a relaxed social jog filled with music and lights to get everyone in the spirit. On Saturday, the Brighton Miles takes over Preston Park with free one-mile fun runs for people of all ages and abilities, turning the park into a family-friendly festival space.
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But with all that excitement comes the need for some careful planning. Roads all across Brighton and Hove will begin closing from 06:00 on Sunday morning. If you're driving, expect major closures on roads like the A23 Preston Road, Kingsway, and Madeira Drive. Plus, both Preston Park and London Road railway stations will be shut until 11:00 to manage the crowds safely. However, Brighton’s main station stays open, and marshals will be on hand to guide runners to the start line—a short 15-minute walk away.
Spectators are a big part of what makes this event so special. Seven official cheering zones will be set up along the course, offering the perfect spots to watch the race while grabbing a coffee, enjoying a bite, or just soaking up the festive atmosphere. Places like Shelter Hall, Volks Railway, and Rockwater will be open bright and early, welcoming everyone to be part of the celebration.
And let's not forget the incredible human stories behind the bib numbers. From reality TV star Kristina Goodsell, running to raise awareness for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, to Matt Clayton, who will walk to Paris after finishing the marathon—and then run the Paris Marathon next week—this event is about so much more than the miles.
So whether you're running, cheering, or just trying to get through the city, it’s a weekend of inspiration, community, and movement in every sense. Brighton’s not just hosting a race—it’s hosting a celebration of human spirit and resilience. Let the countdown begin!
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