Trail Running calendar near Dublin 2 2026-2027

The Wicklow Way Relay will take place in Wicklow on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 104 kilometers.

Enjoy rolling hills, a beach section and a Parkrun finish hill at the Ardgillan IMRA Trail League race in Ardgillan Demesne, County Dublin on Wednesday 20 May 2026. About 9 km on a marked route with a junior 5 km option.

The Cooley Half will take place in Cooley-Halbinsel on Saturday 23 May 2026. You can run 22 kilometers.

Run the Sugar Bowl on Great Sugarloaf in County Wicklow on Wednesday 27 May 2026, with long and short courses plus a junior and Sugarloaf Challenge. Expect technical trails, steep climbs and grassy slopes so trail shoes are recommended.

Scarr on 3 June 2026 is a scenic but challenging mountain race in County Wicklow, featuring an 8.6 km main course with a steep ridge climb and a 5 km short option. Part of the Leinster League, it promises tough terrain and great views.

Challenge Keadeen in County Wicklow on 10 June 2026 with a 9.6 km ridge run and 360 m of climb, starting and finishing at the car park via the trig and Carrig peak. Expect rugged terrain and mandatory safety kit, with limited course marking..

The Ballinastoe will take place in Togher Beg on Wednesday 17 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 11 kilometers.

The Glendalough Tucker Trail will take place in Brockagh on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 80 kilometers.

Explore scenic Ballygannon Woods and Clara Vale near Rathdrum with an 8 km main route, shorter junior courses and wheelchair accessible challenges. Moderate climbs and a friendly Trail League Leinster vibe make this great midweek trail run.

Test yourself on a 9.45 km out and back up Sorrell Hill with 392 m of climb, from forest trails to slippery sections and open mountain tops. Moderate terrain with Level B safety kit required and a friendly prizegiving at Zellers, Lacken.

Enjoy a scenic but testing mountain run at Djouce Woods, County Wicklow in the IMRA league. Choose a 12 km climb or a shorter junior loop on fully marked trails, then relax with prizes and a raffle at Berto's Pizzeria.

Log na Coille is an up and down mountain race from Ballineddan to Lugnaquilla in Wicklow, packing about 700 m of climb into a 10.5 km course. Part of the Irish Championship, it offers sweeping mountain views and requires map navigation and..

Tackle Trooperstown Hill in County Wicklow on Wednesday 15 July 2026, an energetic mountain run with 11.5 km of rugged trail and 455 m of climb. Fully marked route and part of the Leinster League, perfect for keen trail runners.

The Wicklow Way Race will take place in Park on Friday 24 July 2026. You can run 127 kilometers.

Enjoy scenic trails in Glen of the Downs on 29 July 2026 with a main 8.15 km route and a shorter 4.88 km option. Fully marked and part of the Trail League Leinster, this friendly race offers great views and post race food.

Enjoy classic Belmont mountain running in County Wicklow on 5 August with scenic but technical 8.5 km and 5 km courses plus a free 1 km Belmont Challenge fun run. Expect rocky summit sections, marked routes, mandatory Level B kit and café p..

The Mountain Rescue Benefit Race will take place in Brockagh on Wednesday 12 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 8 kilometers.

Lug Uphill in Barravore, County Wicklow on 14 August 2026 packs 800 m of ascent into a steep 6 km climb that will test every runner. As part of the Irish Uphill League and a Nasego Six Nations trial, this new Leinster Weekend race is a must..

The Tinahely Half Marathon in County Wicklow on 15 August 2026 is a rugged 21 km mountain challenge in the new Leinster Weekend. As a Nasego Six Nations trial it requires advanced kit and rewards experienced runners seeking a big test.

Join Cuilcagh in County Cavan on 12 September 2026, an 11.9 km route with 870 m of climb that rewards grit with stunning views. Part of the Ulster Championship and North West League, GPS devices are not allowed.