Trail Running calendar near Killarney 2026-2027

Sliabhriadh is a mountain race near Kilfinnane, County Limerick, with a 15.3 km main route (549 m climb) and a 5 km juniors course. The route is fully marked, GPS allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

Run rugged coastal trails on the Iveragh Peninsula with sweeping views of the Atlantic and the Skelligs. Choose from a two day 130 km ultra, 43 km and 25 km races plus a kids run on May 2 to 3 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.

A fully marked 161 km mountain ultra in Beara, County Cork, with 5,500 m of climb, multiple manned aid stations and four drop bag locations. Entry is limited and the race carries a 37-hour limit.

A 70 km mountain ultra around Beara with 2292 m ascent, running from and back to Castletownbere via Eyeries and Mish Kish, requiring Level C mandatory kit, staffed aid stations and limited personal drop bags.

A 23.5 km mountain half marathon in County Cork on 16 May 2026 with 1,100 m of ascent and a fully marked coastal route along the Beara Way. Mandatory Level B kit and water are required.

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.

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.

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.

A trail race in County Cork on 5 July 2026 with 11.5 km and 5 km options across fire roads, open mountain and forest trails. The route is fully marked, a waterproof jacket is mandatory and GPS devices are not allowed.

A steep uphill race on Brandon in County Kerry covering 3.90 km and about 750 m of ascent along the Cosán na Naomh pilgrim path, with mandatory Level C safety kit and an entry limit of 250.

This extreme 21 km mountain half marathon in Kerry ascends 1260 meters over Mount Brandon and other peaks. The route is marked at major junctions, finishing at a Dingle pub with food for all. Full mandatory mountain running kit is required.

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..

A 10 km mountain trail race in County Kerry with 600 m of climb. The moderate terrain course is marked at major junctions. Registration opens in July 2026.

Experience a unique trail run on Ireland's southernmost inhabited island in West Cork. Choose between a 10km or Half Marathon route featuring scenic hiking trails and views of the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse.

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.

Tackle the extreme Carrauntoohil mountain run in Kerry, with over 1,100m of ascent on a 13.7km unmarked route. Mandatory advanced kit is required, and GPS is allowed. Registration opens in late August for the September event.

A marked trail race in Rochestown Woods near Cork with a long course of 6.50 km and about 200 m of climb. The route includes technical and single-track sections and requires Level B mandatory kit.

The MTC Pooka is a 38-mile ultramarathon from Mizen Road to Glengarriff, following Ireland's MizMal route. It is also the first day of the two-week Mount to Coast End to End Challenge. The race has strict pace requirements and offers a besp..