Ireland
Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Ireland for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 84 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in Ireland below and join the trail community at these great events! Search for a location or view races near , , , , or .
August 2026
Two uphill mountain races in Barravore, Wicklow: a long 6.2 km (755 m climb) and a short 4 km (490 m climb); capped at 50 entries.
A three day mountain crossing across the Comeragh, Galty and Knockmealdown Mountains with options to complete one or two days.
A marked 22.5 km mountain trail in Wicklow with 1,030 m ascent, mandatory Level B kit and organised registration and parking in Crossbridge.
A 7 km Connemara mud run featuring natural and crafted obstacles through bog, gorges, waterfalls and Killary Fjord; age 16+, scheduled for 08.08.2026.
A marked trail race in Derrybawn woods with a 9 km main course and a 4.8 km junior course, mandatory Level B kit, and camping available for IMRA members near Glenmalure Lodge.
A 5 km Spartan Sprint with 20 obstacles at Limerick Racecourse on 9 August 2026; places are capped and entry starts from €100.
A charity 5 km run at Oldbridge House in Co. Meath on 9 August 2026 raising funds for the Clogherhead Lifeboat along the River Boyne.
A marked mountain race on Knocknarea, County Sligo, with a 6.5 km main course (340 m climb) and an approximately 4 km short/junior option.
An evening fundraiser hill run near Laragh with a fully marked 8 km route plus a 5 km junior course, organised by local mountain rescue teams to support their work.
A four day event on Inishowen offering full and half marathon options across separate coastal routes covering 105 miles along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Marked 6.7 km mountain running race at Ticknock with 330 m climb, a 3.2 km junior route, Level A mandatory kit and encouragement to use public transport.
Trail races on 15 August 2026 at Laragh GAA, Knockfin, featuring 20k, 10k and junior 3k courses through Derrybawn Ridge and Woods.
A Southeast League mountain race in County Carlow with 9.00 km and 5.00 km options, 500 m climb, Level B mandatory kit and limited entries.
Trail races at Mount Melleray, County Waterford with marked routes, an 8 km main course and a 4.5 km short course, compulsory showerproof jacket and age-based entry fees.
An 8 km mountain fundraiser at Lough Tay with a 5 km short course, fully marked routes, Level B mandatory kit, and entry fees of €7/€5.
A 15 kilometre road and hill race from Strandhill beachfront to the summit of Knocknarea and back, featuring steep climbs and mixed terrain in August.
Open, self-navigated mountain race over Cush, Galty Beg and Galty Mór covering 13 km with 1300 m ascent and mandatory Level C kit in County Tipperary.
A marked 4.5 km mountain out-and-back on Cush in the Galtees with 400 m climb, Level B mandatory kit, and entries open 17–22 August 2026.
Mountain running meeting in Belmont Demesne with long (8.2 km), short (4.25 km) and 1 km fun options, mandatory Level B kit and post-race prizegiving and BBQ.