Trail Running calendar near Killarney 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.

A 161 km, 5,500 m ascent ultramarathon on the Beara Way with a 37-hour time limit, start and finish in Castletownbere. Fully marked route with mandatory Level C kit, four drop-bag points and staffed aid stations.

A 70 km mountain ultra around Castletownbere on the Beara Way with significant ascent, manned aid stations, and Level C mandatory kit. The route passes Eyeries and Allihies and allows one drop bag per runner.

A 23.5 km mountain half marathon in County Cork with about 1100 m ascent. The fully marked 2026 route follows the Beara Way, summits Mish Kish and Knockoura, and returns to Castletownbere.

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 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.

A steep uphill race in County Kerry covering 3.90 km with 750 m ascent, following a pilgrim path to the summit cross. The route is unmarked, GPS is allowed, and Level C mandatory kit is required.

A 21.00 km mountain trail race in County Kerry with 1260 m of ascent, limited course marking and mandatory Level C kit. Finishers receive a race t shirt and prizes are awarded for the top three men and women.

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 on 19 July 2026 with about 600 m of climb. The course has only major junctions marked, GPS is allowed, and a showerproof windproof jacket is required as basic kit.

Trail running on Cape Clear Island in West Cork on 29 August 2026, offering Half Marathon and 10 km courses with optional chartered ferry from Baltimore or independent transport options.

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.

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 new single day 38 mile ultra from Mizen Road to Glengarriff, the MTC POOKA is Day 1 of the 14 day MizMal end to end of Ireland. Entries are limited and competitors must carry mandatory kit and meet a 4.0 mph minimum average pace.

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.