ASICS Manchester Half
Manchester's huge closed-road half pairs a famously flat Old Trafford course with deep crowds, fast pacing groups, and major-event energy all day.
Quick facts
- Large closed-road field with strong crowd support.
- Flat profile makes the race attractive for personal-best attempts.
- Public entries can sell out months before race day.
- Wave placement matters in a field of more than 30,000 registrants.
About the ASICS Manchester Half
One of the United Kingdom's largest stand-alone half marathons, this event fills Manchester's streets with a broad mix of first-timers, club runners, and personal-best chasers. Demand is intense enough that public places can disappear well before race day.
Course
The traditional route starts and finishes near Old Trafford and uses wide, closed roads through Greater Manchester. Its low-relief profile supports even pacing, though the size of the field makes wave placement and patience in the opening miles important.
Race-day weather
October often delivers cool running temperatures, but rain, damp roads, and gusty wind are realistic. The flat profile helps, yet exposed stretches can still make a strict pace target costly.
Past ASICS Manchester Half dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
ASICS Manchester Half FAQ
When is the ASICS Manchester Half?
The 2026 ASICS Manchester Half is on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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