Trail Running calendar near Killumney 2026-2027

A 5 km trail race in Bweeng on 10 May 2026 that raises funds to complete a 200 m track; the event attracts runners from across Ireland and has received county and national awards.

An uphill mountain race from Bay Lough to the summit of Knockmealdown on 13 May 2026, covering about 4.74 km with 535 m of climb. The route is unmarked, GPS devices are not allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

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 run in Farran Woods supporting Farran National School, featuring a chip timed 5 km and a 2 km children’s run with refreshments afterwards.

A 32 km mountain crossing in County Tipperary with 1,500 m ascent on an unmarked route. GPS is allowed and Level C mandatory kit is required; entry fee €60 and entries close 5 June 2026.

A 12 km trail event at Glenstall Abbey, County Limerick on 21 June 2026 with a listed 999 m climb. GPS is not allowed and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Trail race in County Cork on 5 July 2026 with main 11.50 km and short 5.00 km routes. The fully marked course includes river crossings and wet trail sections and requires a showerproof windproof jacket.

Trail race at Mount Melleray in County Waterford on Sunday 16 August 2026. The course is about 8.00 km with 250 m of climb; only major junctions are marked and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Trail races on Cape Clear Island in West Cork on 29 August 2026 feature Half Marathon and 10 km courses with optional ferry return and island coastal views.

A marked trail event in Glenanaar Forest, County Cork on 30 August 2026 offering a 10.50 km loop with 265 m climb and a 5.00 km short course. Level B mandatory kit is required and GPS use is permitted.

A multi-option ultramarathon that follows the full Kerry Way around the Iveragh Peninsula, about 200 km, with 101 km, 58 km and team relay choices, mandatory gear checks, tracked entries and designated crew stops.

Carrauntoohil is a mountain running event in County Kerry on 6 September 2026 with a 13.7 km course and 1,126 m of ascent. The route is unmarked, GPS is allowed and Level C mandatory kit is required.

A loop-based backyard ultra in Kilworth Woods with 6.7 km laps and 125 m ascent per lap, fully marked course and Level C mandatory kit. Runners repeat hourly laps until only one remains; crews may assist at base camp only.

A marked 22.50 km trail race in Lisvernane, Co. Tipperary on 26 September 2026 featuring 563 m of climb, mandatory Level B kit, three water stations and registration at Aherlow Community Center.

A partnered mountain race in County Tipperary covering 25.5 km with about 1800 m ascent, run on an unmarked route. Level C mandatory kit is required and teams must navigate to a sequence of control points starting and finishing at King's Ya..

Trail race at Garryduff Woods, Rochestown on 11 October 2026, covering 6.50 km with about 200 m of climb on technical single track. Route is fully marked, GPS allowed, and Level B kit is mandatory.

A 5 km marked night trail in Glensheskin Woods near Kilworth, County Cork, with about 100 m of climb. GPS is not permitted and a Level B kit list is mandatory; parking is limited so organisers advise carpooling.

A night half marathon through Glensheshkin Woods near Kilworth in County Cork on 30 October 2026. The fully marked 21 km course has 475 m of climb, GPS is allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

A single day ultra of 47 miles from Killarney to Ballybunion, the MTC MACHA is Day 3 of the 14 day MizMal series. The field is limited, finishers receive a bespoke medal and the event enforces a 4 mph minimum pace and mandatory kit.