Trail Running calendar near Ballycuggaran 2026-2027

Experience a flat and fast 10 mile road race starting at the Horse and Jockey Hotel in County Tipperary. Runners will enjoy a scenic route through the newly opened Littleton Labyrinth and local bog landscapes.

Experience the weaving forest trails and fire roads of County Galway at Kylebrack Woods. This event features fully marked routes of 11.30 km and 4 km through scenic woodland terrain.

Experience a spectacular trail race through native woodlands at Dysart Woods. This event features a marked 6.5 km loop with technical descents and scenic views of the Rock of Dunamaise for all IMRA members.

Set for late April 2026, the Sliabhriadh mountain race in County Limerick offers a 15.3 km course with 549 meters of climb, plus a shorter 5 km option. The fully marked route starts near Kilfinnane and summits Slievereagh. Mandatory safety..

The Moylussa Uphill race is a 4.5 km climb in County Clare with 454 meters of ascent. It is part of the Munster Uphill League and requires specific mandatory safety gear. Entry opens in late April 2026.

This 4-mile race starts and finishes on the track at Templemore Athletics Club, weaving through the trails of Templemore Park in between. It's a blend of track and trail running on a single loop.

The Clare Burren Marathon Challenge returns for its 18th edition on 23rd May 2026. Runners can choose from full marathon, half marathon, or 10km distances through the unique rocky landscape of the Burren in County Clare. The event starts at..

Experience an uphill mountain run in County Tipperary covering 4 km and 576 meters of ascent. This event features a marked course for up to 250 participants and follows strict safety equipment standards.

Experience a 10 km mountain run in County Tipperary featuring a 500 meter climb. This event follows a marked trail through Munster as part of the Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League.

Traverse the Galtee Mountains in this 32 km extreme mountain running event featuring 1500 meters of climbing. Participants navigate an unmarked route through iconic peaks using mandatory safety equipment and self-navigation skills.

This 6 km uphill run in Tipperary features a 750 m climb as part of the Munster Uphill League. Runners must carry mandatory safety kit, with final requirements set on race day. Entry is limited to 250 participants.

Glenstall Abbey is a 12 km trail run in County Limerick with 999 meters of climb, scheduled for June 2026. Mandatory kit includes a waterproof jacket and charged phone. Entries are limited to 250 participants.

This trail run in County Cork offers two distances, 11.5km and 5km, through varied terrain including forest trails and mountain paths. A windproof jacket is mandatory, and an early start is available. The event is limited to 250 participant..

A 10.7km mountain run in Clare with 536m of ascent to the summit of Moylussa. The route mixes narrow trails and fire roads. A shorter 4.4km junior course is also available.

Experience a marked mountain run at Knockma Hill in County Galway with distances of 9.6 km and 4 km. This Galway League event features a 359 meter climb through scenic terrain for a limited field of 250 runners.

The Galtymore is an extreme mountain race in Tipperary, summiting Galtymore via Cush and Galtybeg. This 13 km route features 1,300 m of climbing over unmarked terrain, requiring mandatory advanced safety kit. Entry is limited for this champ..

Run the Canon Sheehan Loop in Cork's Glenanaar Forest. This moderate 10.5 km mountain run features a fully marked route and a 5 km short course option. All participants must bring mandatory safety kit, with the final carry requirements set..

Experience a significant mountain run in County Laois featuring a 99 kilometer course and a 999 meter ascent. This Southeast League event emphasizes safety with mandatory kit requirements and traditional navigation without GPS.

Glen of Aherlow Trail Half-Marathon This event takes place in the Glen of Aherlow, County Tipperary. The course covers 22.5 km of trails with a total climb of 300 meters. It is categorized as a moderate difficulty race. The route is fully m..

A partner-entry mountain race on the Galtee ridge covering about 25.5 km and 1,800 m of ascent on an unmarked route. GPS is allowed and a full Level C mandatory kit list applies.