Trail Running calendar near Newtownbarry 2026-2027

Experience a 22 km out and back mountain race along the scenic Wicklow Way trail from Lough Tay to Crone Woods. This marked course features 840 meters of climb and serves as an international trial race.

Experience a guided night race through the technical terrain of Maulin in County Wicklow. With loop courses of 7.4 km and 6 km, this fully marked event offers a unique opportunity for trail running after dark.

This mountain running trial in Powerscourt, Wicklow, covers 6.4 km with 690 meters of climb. It serves as the Irish team selection race for the European Off-road Championships. Entry is limited and specific mandatory kit is required.

Experience the rugged beauty of County Wicklow with a mountain run featuring technical descents and scenic summits. Choose between two challenging distances on a fully marked route that serves as a European championship trial.

Experience an extreme 50.5 km mountain race through the scenic trails of County Wicklow. This self sufficient ultra trail features 1900 m of elevation gain and serves as a European Championship trial race.

Experience a flat and fast 10 mile road race starting at the Horse and Jockey Hotel in County Tipperary. Runners will enjoy a scenic route through the newly opened Littleton Labyrinth and local bog landscapes.

Experience a scenic run through Emo village and the grounds of Emo Court this Good Friday. Choose between 5km and 10km routes with a special team cup and commemorative shirts for early entrants.

Experience an extreme mountain race in Waterford featuring a 21 km route with over 1,000 meters of climbing. Runners traverse the Knockmealdown peaks and the historic famine wall before finishing at the Abbey.

Experience a challenging mountain run on Annagh Hill with a choice of 10.7 km or 4.8 km routes. Navigate tough terrain and ridgeline trails in County Wexford followed by pizza at The Gap Pub.

Test your navigation skills in this 42.70 km open mountain race through the high lakes of Wicklow. This unmarked course features significant elevation and requires advanced mandatory safety kit for all solo participants.

Experience a diverse mountain run through the scenic landscapes of Waterford featuring lakes, forests, and open trails. Choose between two distances on a fully marked route that captures the natural beauty of the Glasha River.

Experience a varied mountain run over the summits of Bray Head in County Wicklow. Featuring both 7.3 km and 3.5 km marked routes, this event offers a scenic climb past historic ruins and coastal landmarks.

Experience an endurance trail challenge in the scenic Avondale Forest Park. Choose between 50 km and 100 km solo distances or join a 100 km team relay on a supported 3.2 km forest loop.

Experience a spectacular trail race through native woodlands at Dysart Woods. This event features a marked 6.5 km loop with technical descents and scenic views of the Rock of Dunamaise for all IMRA members.

Experience a 21.5 km mountain run through the scenic landscapes of County Wicklow. This marked course features 750 meters of climbing over Trooperstown Hill and follows the Avonmore river through woodlands and nature reserves.

Tibradden is a mountain run in Dublin with routes of 9.9 km and 4.5 km, featuring 365 m of climb. The fully marked course requires mandatory safety kit, with final checks on the day. It's part of the Leinster League.

The Dargle Four Peaks is a self-navigation mountain race across four summits in Wicklow. Runners choose their own route between Djouce, War Hill, Tonduff, and Maulin over 15 km. Mandatory safety kit is required due to the open mountain terr..

Experience a mountain run in County Wicklow featuring the summit of Carrick Mountain. This event offers marked routes across two distances with fast single track descents and multiple climbs.

Experience mountain running in County Kilkenny with a race through woods and fire roads. This event features a marked route with multiple visits to the summit cross and options for various fitness levels.

Experience a challenging mountain run at Slievenamon in County Tipperary. Featuring various distances up to 10 km and significant climbs, this event offers a rugged trail experience through the scenic Irish landscape.