Trail Running calendar near Leenaun 2026-2027

Mám Éan in County Galway on 16 May 2026 is a fully marked out-and-back mountain run with two distances, mandatory Level B kit, and entries capped by permit. The route includes rocky and grassy trails with views toward the 12 Bens.

A 50 mile run around Croagh Patrick near Louisburgh, County Mayo, with a route that includes Sheefrey Pass, Tawynard Forest and Doolough Valley. Single entry tickets are listed at €87.50 and online sales close May 10, 2026.

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..

A last person standing backyard ultra in Kilcornan Woods where runners repeat a 6.706 km loop each hour until one remains. Entry is limited, Level C mandatory kit and head-torches are required.

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..

A mountain uphill race on Croagh Patrick in County Mayo on 12 June 2026 covering 3.80 km with 770 m ascent. Entry is limited and a Level B mandatory kit list applies.

A 10.7 km mountain race on Mweelrea with 766 m of ascent, largely unmarked except for the final 1 km to the summit which is flagged and mandatory. Level C kit is required and the race counts for the Irish and Connacht championships.

A new mountain trail event near Bangor Erris on 14 June 2026, the loop covers about 34 km with roughly 750 m climb and requires compulsory Level C kit. Camping places are reserved at Connemara Caravan and Camping Park with booking opening i..

A fully marked mountain run on Nephin near Lahardane: 7.35 km with 736 m ascent, a technical descent, short junior option, mandatory Level B kit, and a 250-runner entry limit.

A mountain running event at Knockma in County Galway on 12 August 2026 featuring a 9.60 km main course and a 4.00 km short course. Route fully marked, GPS not allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

A fully marked mountain running event in County Galway on 22 August 2026, offering a 7.10 km route with 440 m climb and a 2.90 km short course. Level B mandatory kit is required and GPS use is not allowed.

A 30 km mountain run along the Western Way from Maam to Leenane on 14 November 2026, featuring about 710 m of ascent, a fully marked route, GPS allowed, and mandatory Level B safety kit.

A 35.7 mile ultra from Ballyvaughan to Galway on 13 May 2027, MTC ENBARR is Day 7 of the MizMal end to end series with a 40 runner cap, mandatory kit list, real time tracking and pace cut offs based on a 4.0 mph minimum.

A 52 mile point to point ultra from Clifden to Westport, run as Day 9 of the MizMal Ireland series. Entrants are limited to 40, cutoffs use a 4.0 mph minimum, mapping and tracking are provided to competitors.

MTC Abhartach is a 46.7 mile ultra on 16 May 2027 from Westport Woods Hotel to Murphys Hotel, serving as Day 10 of the MizMal fourteen day series. Entries are limited to 40, with checkpoint cut offs based on a 4.0 mph minimum and mandatory..