Monster Marathon

£15.99

You will receive 30 points for entering this challenge

RACE DETAILS

  • DATE: 31st October 2026
  • WHERE: Anywhere
  • HOW: Run, walk or jog
  • DISTANCES ACCEPTED: 26.2 miles

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Halloween-themed Monster Marathon finisher medal with orange and black ribbon, featuring vampire, werewolf, witch, mummy, and Frankenstein characters running beneath a full moon with “31 October” text.
Monster Marathon
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Halloween-themed Monster Marathon finisher medal with orange and black ribbon, featuring vampire, werewolf, witch, mummy, and Frankenstein characters running beneath a full moon with “31 October” text.
Monster Marathon
£15.99

MONSTER MARATHON – 26.2 MILES VIRTUAL RACE

Conquer the Ultimate Challenge with the Monster Marathon Virtual Race

Ready to unleash your inner beast? The Monster Marathon Virtual Race is the perfect challenge for runners who want to push their limits, stay motivated, and earn an incredible medal from the comfort of their own route. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, completing your first marathon, or simply looking for a fun fitness goal, the Monster Marathon is designed for runners of all abilities.

Take on the legendary 26.2-mile marathon distance anywhere, anytime, and at your own pace. Run through city streets, countryside trails, treadmills, coastal paths, or your local park — the choice is yours. With no strict cut-off times or crowded start lines, you can complete your challenge whenever it suits you.

Join thousands of runners embracing the flexibility and excitement of virtual racing while earning a fantastic finisher’s medal to celebrate your achievement.

WHAT IS THE MONSTER MARATHON VIRTUAL RACE?

The Monster Marathon Virtual Race allows you to complete the marathon distance in your own time and location. Simply sign up, track your run or walks using your preferred fitness app or watch, and submit your evidence once you’ve finished.

This event is ideal for:

  • Marathon beginners
  • Experienced runners training for bigger events
  • Charity fundraisers
  • Fitness enthusiasts
  • Walkers looking for a long-distance challenge
  • Anyone wanting to stay active and motivated

Complete the distance all at once or break it into smaller sessions if preferred — this challenge is all about flexibility and achievement.

HOW IT WORKS

  1. Sign up for the Monster Marathon Virtual Race
  2. Complete 26.2 miles at your own pace. The miles can be completed in one go or split over multiple activities.
  3. Track your distance using any fitness tracker or running app
  4. Submit your result
  5. Receive your finisher’s medal

It’s that simple.

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

All participants who sign up for the Monster Marathon, will receive a custom medal.

Browse more challenges here:
🔗 https://the-running-bug.com/virtual-challenges/

WHY JOIN THIS RACE?

Flexible & Convenient

No travel, no race-day stress, and no pressure. Run whenever and wherever suits you best.

Perfect for All Abilities

Whether you run, jog, or walk, the Monster Marathon is open to everyone.

Stay Motivated

Having a clear fitness goal can help improve consistency, focus, and overall wellbeing.

Incredible Finisher Medal

Celebrate your achievement with a unique Monster Marathon medal you’ll be proud to display.

Join a Growing Community

Virtual racing connects runners from across the UK and beyond. Share your journey, inspire others, and celebrate together.

Train Your Way

Use the event as part of your marathon training plan, fitness challenge, or fundraising goal.

SHARE YOUR MONSTER MARATHON ACHIEVEMENT

You’ve conquered the challenge — now it’s time to celebrate your Monster Marathon success 🎉

We LOVE seeing your marathon achievements and epic finish line moments!

👉 Tag us and get featured:
📸 Instagram: @TheRunningBug
👍 Facebook: The Running Bug
🏃 Strava Club: Join our running community

Use the hashtag:
#MonsterMarathon

💬 Share your medal selfies, training journey, scenic routes, and finish line celebrations — you could be featured on our socials!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have a question about registration, medals, charity donations or race rules?
Visit our FAQs section for detailed answers.

Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Head to our Contact Us page and our team will be happy to help.

Evidence

It is quick and easy to send your evidence to us after your race. Either take a photo of your watch or treadmill display showing your run statistics, or capture a screenshot of your completed activity from your running or fitness app.

Complete your details and upload your activity image onto our secure submission form.

You’ll receive email confirmation that we have received your evidence. And that’s all there is to it! 

Delivery

All medals are posted by either first or second class tracked postage using Royal Mail. The tracking reference number will be on the confirmation email when medals are sent. You can track the progress of your medal delivery at Track your Item | Royal Mail Group Ltd

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Postage is FREE shipping of medals in the United Kingdom on orders over £40.00.

We accept entries from overseas. However, postage charges incur an extra cost for entries outside the UK. There may also be extra import duty charges and customs taxes depending on your country. You are reliable to pay such charges. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as they differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office.

Whilst we make every effort to post your medals out as quickly as possible, we cannot be responsible for any delays or missing items once we have posted your medals. The Running Bug is unable to take any responsibility for loss or damage during transit of your medals. However, please contact us if you have not received your medal within 7 days of receiving the confirmation email. Depending on stock levels, we may be able to send a replacement medal or issue you a refund. 

Photo Reviews

Photo reviews give our community to share real running photos and get rewarded. This is a great way to stay motivated and inspire others. Here’s how to take advantage.

When you have signed into your account, go to the race you entered on our website and click on the PHOTO REVIEWS tab. You can upload your photo there and leave a comment if you wish. You will then receive an email with a coupon code that entitles you to a discount on your next race.

The more photos you share, the bigger reward:

  • 📸 1 Photo Review = 10% OFF your next race entry

  • 📸📸 2 Photo Reviews = 25% OFF

  • 📸📸📸 3 Photo Reviews = 50% OFF

  • 📸📸📸📸 4 Photo Reviews = 75% OFF

  • 📸📸📸📸📸 5 Photo Reviews = A FREE RACE ENTRY!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this virtual challenge work?

A virtual challenge is done on a particular date or dates and sometimes at a specified distance. You can run, jog or walk, as fast or as slow as you like, anywhere you want. You’re in complete control. All participants will receive a medal. You can send your evidence after you have finished your challenge. Please contact us if you need more information about how virtual races work.  

Can I still enter this challenge if I don't live in the UK?

Yes you can. However, please note that there may be increased postage charge as medals are sent at Royal Mail’s international rates. 

There may also be extra import duty and custom taxes depending on your country. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as there differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office. 

Where do I send my evidence for this challenge?

Complete and attach your evidence to our secure submission form on our Submit Your Evidence page. You can take a screenshot of your activity from any running, walking or exercise app and attach it onto the form. We also accept camera photos of treadmill displays. 

Tell me about your medals

We have a variety of medals available from aluminium, acrylic to wooden and hybrid.

We also offer more expensive 3D, custom-shaped medals made from zinc alloy and gold-plated. These types of medals come with stylish, printed ribbons.

Photos of our medals are usually on our product pages.  

Should you have any further questions, please see our full FAQs section on our Contact Us page or use the contact form to get in touch with us. 

On behalf of everybody at The Running Bug, we thank you for your custom and hope you enjoy your virtual challenges.

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