Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027

Cooley Half is a fully marked 21.5 km mountain loop in County Louth with about 790 m of climb, following forest tracks and the Poc Fada route. Level B mandatory kit is required and GPS devices are not allowed.

Carnaween is a mountain running event in County Donegal with a long course of 7.80 km and 514 m of climb. The route crosses private farmland, has only major junctions marked, and requires mandatory Level B kit.

A 50 Mile circuit around Croagh Patrick near Louisburgh, County Mayo on 23 May 2026, passing Sheefrey Pass, Tawynard Forest, Doolough Valley and Clew Bay. Tickets are listed with a single entry price and online sales end 21 May 2026.

A running event in the Burren, County Clare on 23 May 2026 offering a full marathon, half marathon and a 10 km run or walk, set along Ballyvaughan seafront amid distinctive rocky limestone scenery.

Mangerton is a mountain running race in County Kerry on 24 May 2026. The 9.60 km course gains about 700 m on rough, unmarked terrain, requires Level C mandatory kit, and allows GPS; it is part of the Munster Championship.

A community fundraiser at Slane Castle on 24 May 2026 featuring a 5 km route through the estate and a forest trail by the River Boyne. Early bird prices apply and on-site parking is available.

Uphill mountain race on Slievenamon in County Tipperary on 27 May 2026. The course is 4.00 km with 576 m climb and requires Level B standard kit including a waterproof, whistle, phone and foil blanket.

A marked mountain race around the Great Sugarloaf in Wicklow with technical trails, steep climbs, and three options: a 9 km circuit, a 4.5 km out and back, and a free 1 km challenge on the grassy slope.

A Backyard Ultra in Kilcornan Woods where runners complete a 6.7 km loop each hour until only one remains. Mixed trails, mandatory Level C kit and limited onsite camping support a self sufficient, last person standing format.

Tountinna is a fully marked mountain trail in County Tipperary with a 9.9 km course and 410 m of ascent, plus a 4.1 km junior route. The event requires Level A kit, trail shoes, and uses limited parking with carpooling requested.

A mountain running event at Sliabh Daeane in County Sligo featuring a main 8.95 km course with 288 m climb and a short course that avoids the mountain section. Entry fees are €7 or €5 for over 65s and under 18s and Level B kit is required.

A waymarked mountain race in County Wicklow featuring an 8.6 km main course with about 400 m ascent, a 5 km short course, steep upland climbs and a ridge descent. Mandatory Level B kit is required and GPS use is permitted.

A community fun run in Farran Woods featuring a chip-timed 5k and a 2k kids run, held to raise funds for Farran National School with post-run refreshments.

A 32 km mountain crossing near Cahir, County Tipperary on 6 June 2026. The unmarked course has about 1500 m ascent, a difficulty rating of 10 Extreme, and requires mandatory Level C kit; GPS is allowed.

A week-long, all-inclusive running and hiking trip in Ireland from June 6 to 13, 2026, featuring a 50K race and local activities like whiskey tastings and sheepdog demonstrations. Lodging, most meals, and in-country transport are included w..

Trail races in Portumna Forest Park with 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50K options; walkers and wheelchairs welcome for participants over 18, and safety rules and cut off times apply for longer distances.

A 5K trail race in Phoenix Park on 9 June 2026 featuring a fast two lap grass course, BHAA prizes, and member and non-member entry fees; numbers collected at the Civil Service Clubhouse.

A mountain trail race on Keadeen in County Wicklow, about 10 km with 385 m ascent. A short c. 4.2 km junior route is available and Level B mandatory kit is required.

An uphill mountain race to the summit of Galty Mór covering about 6.0 km with 750 m of climb; the route is unmarked, GPS is not allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

An uphill mountain race on Croagh Patrick on 12 June 2026 with fully marked routes and mandatory safety kit. Multiple course options include long, short and a kids challenge; a portion of entry fees supports the local stakeholders group.