Analog sponsors Cork city marathon

Analog Devices Inc (ADI) has been announced as the new title sponsor of the Cork City Marathon.

Now officially renamed the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon, the 2026 race will take place on May 31, 2026.

The three-year partnership will expand the event’s capacity to support athletes, community groups, and inclusive initiatives.

Lord Mayor of Cork Fergal Dennehy welcomed the news and said it is a significant boost to the city and to the marathon: “This investment provides vital resources for the fantastic community programmes that feed into the marathon.”

Joe Barry from ADI said the company is looking forward to collaborating with the marathon race organisers: “ADI has been part of the Cork community for 25 years. As we continue to grow and invest across Ireland, giving back remains at the heart of what we do.

“At ADI, we are passionate about innovation, performance, and community, values that are aligned with the spirit of the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon.”

Race director Eamon Hayes said the announcement marks a significant moment for the marathon: “ADI’s sponsorship will not only strengthen and help grow the marathon itself, but it also provides vital investment in community-based initiatives that break down barriers to participation and ensure the race is truly open to all.”

Valerie O’Sullivan, chief executive of Cork City Council, added: “We’re proud to partner with ADI, whose values reflect the inclusivity, determination, and community pride that make this race so special.”

Entries are already more than three times higher than at this stage last year across the full marathon, half marathon, and 10K races. Organisers are encouraging runners to book early to avoid disappointment.

To celebrate the new partnership, the first 200 people to register this week can avail of a 10% discount using the code ‘AnalogDevices’.

For more information or to book your place in the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon, follow @CorkCityMarathon on social media and visit corkcity.ie.