St. Jude has entries for some of the running world's greatest events
A limited number of entries for the Abbott World Marathon Majors — a series of the most renowned marathons in the world — are available for St. Jude Heroes.
When you run as a St. Jude Hero®, you commit to raising funds to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.®
TCS Sydney Marathon presented by Asics
August 30, 2026
The Sydney Marathon covers a scenic course that begins in Bradfield Park, crosses the Sydney Harbour Bridge and ends in front of the Sydney Opera House.
BMW Berlin Marathon
September 27, 2026
Each year, the BMW BERLIN MARATHON hosts more than 50,000 finishers on a celebratory course that culminates at the Brandenburg Gate. St. Jude Heroes are invited to pursue their personal best at the marathon where more world records have been broken than at any other marathon race in the world.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
October 11, 2026
Running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park.
TCS New York City Marathon
November 1, 2026
The TCS New York City Marathon is the largest marathon in the world, drawing tens of thousands of runners from around the globe to a course that crosses all five boroughs of New York City.
Cape Town Marathon
May 23, 2027
Running any the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon event is a way to experience the cultural highlights and the uniquely vibrant spirit of one of Africa's most visited cities. Arguably the most beautiful marathon route on the continent let alone the world.
Fill out our interest form for more information about these and other Heroes events.
What your race means to St. Jude kids
Families never receive a bill
No matter what, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
We won't stop®
St. Jude has helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate in the U.S. from 20% in 1962 to more than 80% today. We won't stop until no child dies from cancer.
We're saving children from all over the world
St. Jude has treated children from all 50 states and from around the world.
Make your miles make a difference
As a St. Jude Hero, you’ll get free race entry and race-day exclusives. Plus, your race becomes part of something bigger as you use your miles to make a difference in the lives of kids with cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
Because of your support, St. Jude can provide children cutting-edge treatments not covered by insurance, at no cost to families.
