Hackney Half Marathon
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Step into the Spirit of East London at the 2026 Hackney Half-Marathon! Hackney Moves is East London’s ultimate weekend celebration of sport, entertainment, and community spirit.
The 13.1-mile race is held in East London, and is celebrated for its lively and inclusive atmosphere. The course is flat and fast, making it ideal for runners chasing personal bests as well as those tackling their first half-marathon. As part of the Hackney Moves festival, the event highlights the borough’s vibrant culture, passing through iconic landmarks, green parks, and streets filled with live music, street art, and entertainment. The race culminates in a festive finish line celebration at Hackney Marshes, creating a memorable experience for all participants.
This iconic event sold out in just two days this year, marking its fourth consecutive sell-out. The whole weekend is packed with inclusive events like the free Community 5K, the Schools’ Challenge, a high-energy Fitness Festival, and a vibrant Event Village on Hackney Marshes. It’s more than just a race, it’s a landmark moment in London’s running calendar, bringing people together in motion, music, and community.
Meals Included
Daily breakfast included
On Site Host
Marathon Tours & Travel staff on-site to assist
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
Three nights 4* accommodation in London
Entry
Guaranteed race entry for the Hackney Half-Marathon
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Friday, May 15
Make your own arrangements to arrive at the Mama Shelter London today. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 2:00pm. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings.
You are free to enjoy the city at your leisure. A Marathon Tours & Travel host will be available in your hotel today to meet and answer any questions you might have.
Tonight meet your MTT host and fellow runners in the hotel bar for a welcome drink – first one’s on us!
Saturday, May 16
This morning we will gather in the hotel lobby before departing for an easy 5km shakeout run! The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. We recommend heading to Hackney Marshes for the vibrant race festival, featuring live music, community events, and a lively festival village full of activities and entertainment.
In the evening, join your MTT host and fellow runners at the hotel restaurant for the pre-race dinner. It’s a great chance to fuel up, connect, and get excited for race day!
Sunday, May 17
Race Day!
An early breakfast will be available this morning. The race start is located at the Hackney Marshes, your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be happy to escort runners to the start area or you can follow the directions provided to make your own way, in your own time. To reach the start area from the hotel, take the number 26 bus towards Hackney Wick. Board at Pritchard’s Road and ride for 10 stops, before getting of at St Mary of Eton Church. From there, Hackney Marshes are just a short 5-minute walk away.
This evening, we’ll gather in the hotel bar for a post-race celebration and a well-deserved drink. Join us to toast your achievement!
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Packages & Rates
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Hackney Half-Marathon Package | Three-Night Package: May 15 – 18, 2026
- Three nights 4* accommodation in London
- Daily breakfast, except on arrival day
- Hotel taxes
- Welcome drink and get together
- Pre-race dinner
- Escorted trip to the race start
- Post-race drinks and celebrations
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel in London
Not included:
- Hackney Half Marathon 2026 Entry (Available at an additional cost)
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions above
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents
Travel Insurance for Canadian ResidentsRates (all prices are per person in US dollars)
Mama Shelter London Shoreditch Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Three-Night Package $770 per person $1040 Optional ExtrasRace Entry Fee 2026 Hackney Half-Marathon Entry $135
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Hotels
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Shoreditch, London
Mama’s brought her signature cool to East London, creating a stylish home-from-home in the heart of the capital’s trendiest neighborhood. With a vibrant restaurant, a lush garden bar, and quirky Japanese-style karaoke rooms, Mama’s got everything to spoil and inspire you. Perfectly placed near Bethnal Green Underground and just a short stroll from Shoreditch, it’s your ideal base for fun and adventure.
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Event Information
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Course: Start and finish in the heart of the Hackney Marshes. The course winds through iconic areas like Hackney Central, London Fields, Victoria Park, and Hackney Wick, showcasing street art and local culture, with live music and entertainment provided along the way.
Race Time: 9:00am
Minimum Pace/Cut-off Time Policy: 3 hours 30 minutes
Eligibility: Marathon Tours & Travel, an authorized tour operator, is required to offer travel arrangements in conjunction with guaranteed race entry. All runners must be born in the year 2009 or earlier to participate in the 2026 Hackney Half-Marathon.
Race Rules: Please refer to the event website for more details..
Temperature: Average temperatures range between 50 to 66 degrees Fahrenheit.
Awards: Every finisher receives a medal.
Difficulty: Easy
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Registration & Booking
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Rates: All prices are based on current exchange rates and may change due to currency fluctuations.
Eligibility: Marathon Tours & Travel, an authorized tour operator, is required to offer travel arrangements in conjunction with guaranteed race entry. All runners must be born in the year 2009 or earlier to participate in the 2026 Hackney Half-Marathon.
Reservations and Payments: A completed tour application together with a non-refundable deposit of 30% must be received before confirming your reservation. Final payment will be automatically processed on February 13, 2026.
Cancellations: All payments, including your deposit, are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Non-transferrable includes applying your balance to another person, another year or another trip. Should you cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your trip investment. Therefore, travel insurance for every trip is highly recommended. All cancellations must be received in writing.
Not included in price: All items not specifically listed under tour features.
Insurance: For your protection, trip cancellation, baggage, health and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants. However, no representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance.
Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents
Travel Insurance for Canadian ResidentsSecurity Policy: Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and /or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
Responsibility: These tours are operated by Marathon Tours, Inc. of Chelsea, MA who acts only as an agent for the passenger to the companies offering such services and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity caused by any reason whatsoever by any party offering such services. All terms and conditions offered are governed by the laws of Massachusetts. The right is reserved to cancel the tour prior to departure with a refund, less applicable credit card and processing fees, made as full settlement to the passenger. The right is reserved by Marathon Tours, Inc. to deny acceptance of a booking application by any person. Marathon Tours, Inc. may make any changes or alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary for the proper handling of the tour. The sole responsibility of any airline used is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that the passengers are not on board their aircraft.
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Meet the Reps
Kaitlyn Roukey
Trip Designer
Kaitlyn Roukey
Trip Designer
Kait joined Marathon Tours & Travel after five years of working in education, three of which were at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her experience planning and leading study trips in China, Greece, Morocco, and the UK has fueled her passion for travel and cultural exploration. Living in Asia has encouraged Kait to both read about and run in new countries! She has completed eight marathons and half-marathons and earned her first Star in Tokyo in March 2025. As a shamelessly chatty runner, Kait loves making connections at the starting line.
