Sneek Marathon

The postponed Sneek Marathon will take place on Sunday, September 13. The event was originally scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026, but could not take place due to unforeseen circumstances.
GrootMedia is taking over the organization of the Sneek Marathon and merging it with the 4 & 10 Mile Run of Sneek. Under one new, clear name—Marathon Sneek—a revitalized running and walking event will be created, stretching right through Súdwest Fryslan. With a revised program aimed at a broader audience, the organizers aim to grow the event into one of the largest running and walking events in Friesland. Early start times for the longer distances are intentionally scheduled to account for summer conditions, ensuring participants can take part safely and perform at their best. The day will conclude with a fun afterparty: a sporty and social way to kick off the summer together, with music, drinks, and plenty of space to celebrate everyone’s achievements.

Under the name Marathon Sneek, the event in 2026 will consist of the following components:

Running
• 4 Mijl van Sneek – the famous run right through the city
• Half Marathon – replacing the 10 Mijl
• 4-Mile Business Run – for corporate teams
• Kids’ Run – for ages 5 and up

Walking

• Halfmarathon walk (21 km)–check outthe full post via the link in our bio!

• Full marathon walk (42 km)
The full marathon run will not take place in 2026 due to the short preparation time. The plan is to add this distance to the program in 2027.

The Mar-athon Sneek has a long history. The event was originally founded by singer Syb van der Ploeg and was later taken over by Le Champion, the organizer of events such as the Amsterdam Marathon. GrootMedia is now taking over the event from the Plezier in Beweging Foundation.

New Concept and Route Design
As part of the new concept, the original Mar-athon route around the Sneekermeer is being phased out. Instead, the organization is working on a revamped route design that centers on sports, music, and atmosphere. The event is meant to be not only a sporting challenge but also a day when participants, the public, and supporters come together.
According to GrootMedia, it was important not to let the event disappear.
“It would be a shame if a sporting event with so much history and potential were to fade away,” says Marianne Bouwman, owner of GrootMedia. “By joining forces and revamping the concept, we’re giving Marathon Sneek a future-proof foundation and keeping the event alive for Sneek and the region.”

Partnership Takes Final Shape
It had previously been announced that Marathon Sneek and the 4 & 10 Mijl van Sneek would collaborate. With the acquisition and merger, this collaboration is now taking definitive shape. The merger creates economies of scale and makes it possible for even more residents and visitors to experience the region through sports.

Registration is open again at
.Registration for the Marathon Sneek events is open again. The final schedule with start times will be announced as soon as possible. The organizers expect high demand and advise those interested to register early. Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking for the experience, or want to get the city moving together with family and friends: the Sneek Marathon is for everyone. All information about the event, news, registration, the course, and the full program can be found at www.marathonsneek.nl.

PROGRAM Martiniplein, September 13
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | Advendo Vlag en Slag
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Youth Orchestra of the Stedelijk Muziekkorps “On the Move”
1:15 – 2:00 p.m. | MyMen! Band 
2:00 – 2:45 p.m. | DJ Klip 
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. | MyMen! Band
3:45 – 5:00 p.m. | DJ Klip

Along the 4-mile route in Sneek, there will be music from the LUS Choir (near the Aan de Gracht restaurant) and the Jouster Skomkoppen brass band (near the Waterpoort).

In the towns and villages along the (half) marathon route, there will also be music, entertainment, and more, or you’ll run past or through surprising buildings. Let yourself be surprised!