Trail Running calendar near Mallow 2026-2027

Test your endurance at Hellevation 26 in County Tipperary. Complete a 4.167 mile loop ogni hour in this Backyard Ultra until only one runner remains to be crowned the winner.

Experience an extreme 66 km unmarked mountain race through the rugged terrain of County Waterford. Navigate 2800 meters of ascent starting from Mount Melleray Abbey in this self sufficient ultra running event.

Experience an extreme mountain race in Waterford featuring a 21 km route with over 1,000 meters of climbing. Runners traverse the Knockmealdown peaks and the historic famine wall before finishing at the Abbey.

Experience an open mountain race through County Cork with 10.8km and 5km routes. Runners will navigate fire roads and mountain trails toward the summit cairn in this Munster Championship event.

Experience an uphill challenge on County Cork’s Clara Mountain with this 3 km mountain run. Part of the Munster Uphill League, this event features 337 meters of climbing across easy terrain for a maximum of 250 participants.

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.

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.

Experience an uphill mountain run in County Waterford as part of the Munster Uphill League. This 4.5 kilometer race features over 500 meters of vertical climb across easy terrain with essential safety kit requirements.

Experience a challenging mountain race in County Kerry featuring a 9.6 km route with 700 meters of climbing. Runners navigate rough open mountain terrain as part of the Munster Championship league.

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.

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..

The Brandon Bay Run is Ireland's original all-beach running event. Participants can walk, jog, or run a 5k, 10k, or half marathon entirely on the sand of Brandon Bay. It's set against a backdrop of mountains and ocean on the Wild Atlantic W..

Traverse the technical trails of the Comeragh Mountains in this 8 km mountain race. Experience technical lakeside terrain with a mandatory gear requirement and a shorter 5 km option for junior runners.

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 an 8 km trail race through the landscape of County Waterford with the Mount Melleray Trail. This event features 250 meters of climbing and follows a route with marking at major junctions.

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..

A 200 km ultraaround the Iveragh Peninsula with registration at Killarney Racecourse, limited entries and mandatory safety gear. The route includes designated crew stops and requires prior endurance qualifications.