Trail Running calendar near Ballina 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 8 km run or walk through the beautiful Tourmakeady woods. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race refreshments and prize presentations for participants of all ages.

Trail run beneath Benbulben in County Sligo with a marked **5.5 km** loop and a **4.0 km** short course, organised by volunteers. Mandatory rainproof jacket and no GPS devices.

A women's mountain running event at Knocknarea in County Sligo on 30 April 2026, with a 6.5 km main course (340 m ascent) and a 4 km short course. The fully marked route requires Level B mandatory kit and uses the main tourist carpark as th..

A scenic 8 km mountain run in County Sligo, taking you up Union Rock for panoramic views. The route features trails, gravel paths, and a boardwalk descent. A shorter 6 km option is also available.

Experience a technical mountain run in County Galway featuring out and back routes with scenic views of the 12 Bens. Choose between the 8.3 km long course or the 3.7 km short course on rocky and grassy trails.

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.

A mountain running event in Sligo's Ox Mountains on a marked 8.95 km course with 288 meters of climb. Mandatory safety kit is required, with final instructions given on race day. Entry is open to all with a fee of €7.

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..

Experience the inaugural Connaught Weekend with an uphill race at Croagh Patrick in County Mayo. This event features a 3.80 km course with 770 meters of ascent through the Irish Uphill League.

Experience a challenging 10.7 km mountain race in County Mayo featuring a 766 meter climb. This self navigated course takes runners from Silverstrand car park to the Mweelrea summit through rugged and scenic terrain.

The Carrowkeel is a 10 km mountain race in County Sligo with 300 meters of climb. Registration and parking are at the MayFly Inn in Ballinafad, followed by a 2 km warm-up to the start. All runners must carry mandatory safety kit.

Run the slopes of Benbulben in County Sligo on a 9 km course with 400 m of climb. A mandatory kit list applies and registration is in Grange village, with a shuttle bus to the start. A 4.5 km short course is also available.

This challenging 7.35 km mountain run on Nephin in County Mayo features 736 m of ascent on a fully marked route. Mandatory kit is required, and registration is in Lahardane village. The event includes a shorter junior course.

Tackle two scenic climbs of Knocknarea in this 6.5 km mountain race in Sligo. The fully marked route offers views over Strandhill and features a shorter 4 km junior option. Mandatory kit is required, with registration opening in August 2026..

Experience a unique running challenge on Tullan Strand Beach in County Donegal. Participants can choose between a 5k beach run or a 10k course that traverses both the sandy shores and local sand dunes.

Experience a 46.7 mile ultra marathon from Westport to Tobercurry. Part of the legendary MizMal series, this point to point challenge features Irish folklore themes and beautiful West Coast landscapes.

Experience a 47 mile ultra marathon across the Irish landscape from Tobercurry to Bundoran. This point to point challenge features scenic coastal views and follows the historic MizMal route with full GPS tracking for all participants.