Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027

Run Maulin under the stars in a 7.4 km night mountain race in Wicklow with 407 m of climb and scenic descents. The route is fully marked; a torch and standard safety kit are required, with prizegiving at the finish.

The Torc Wood will take place in Killarney on Sunday 22 March 2026. You can run 9 kilometers.

Tackle Powerscourt Ridge in County Wicklow on Sunday 22 March 2026, a wild off road test with steep climbs and sweeping views. Choose the 15 km course with 860 m ascent or an 8 km option, route unmarked and GPS use is allowed.

Tackle the Maurice Mullins Ultra in County Wicklow: 50.5 km with 2,280 m of climb over Maulin and Djouce, an extreme, self sufficient Irish Ultra Championship test. Mandatory advanced kit required.

Tackle an extreme 66 km mountain ultra across rugged Knockmealdown terrain, starting and finishing at Mount Melleray Abbey. Expect big climbs, an unmarked route and mandatory advanced kit, so come prepared for a true mountain adventure.

Take on the Knockmealdown Half on Saturday 4 April 2026 in County Waterford, a rugged 21 km mountain route with over 1,100 m of climb and rewarding summit views. Advanced mandatory kit is required for this challenging trail race.

Tackle the rugged slopes of Annagh Hill at this IMRA mountain run, featuring a challenging 10.7 km course with 550 m of climb and a short course for juniors. Expect marked ridge trails, mandatory safety kit, and post race food and prizes.

The Mushera-Boggeraghs will take place in Coomlogane on Sunday 12 April 2026. You can run between 5 and 11 kilometers.

Take on Clara Mountain Uphill in County Cork on 15 April 2026, a tough 3 km climb gaining 337 m. Part of the Munster Uphill League, this short mountain test rewards strength, pace and grit.

The Wicklow Glacier Lakes (Solo) will take place in Wicklow on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 43 kilometers.

Lough Mohra in County Waterford is a rugged 16 km mountain run with about 550 m of climb, taking in forest, open mountain and lakeside trails. Fully marked and perfect for runners who love technical terrain and big views.

Tackle the scenic Bray Head trail with a challenging 7.3 km route climbing 366 m across rugged headlands and sweeping coastal views. Junior runners can enjoy a 3.5 km loop with prize giving and a post race BBQ at the Martello Bar.

Run forest trails at Kylebrack Woods, County Galway on Saturday 25 April 2026 with an 11.3 km main loop (187 m climb) and a 4 km junior course. Fully marked easy terrain in the Galway League, showerproof jacket is mandatory.

Take on the Sliabhriadh mountain race in County Limerick, a scenic but challenging 15.3 km course with about 549 m of climbing that rewards with summit views. Fully marked and GPS friendly, the race starts at Davy's Cottage and requires sta..

Take on the Trooperstown and Clara Vale Loop in County Wicklow, a scenic 21.5 km trail with big climbs and forest tracks. Fully marked course, part of the Leinster Half Marathon League, with prizegiving and an early start option.

Tackle Moylussa Uphill in County Clare on 29 April 2026, a challenging 4.5 km climb in the Munster Uphill League. Expect a steep, scenic ascent with mandatory safety kit and minimal course markings.

Challenging Tibradden trail race in County Dublin on 29 April 2026 features a scenic 9.9 km course with 365 m of climb. Part of the Leinster League, the event rewards navigation and hill legs and requires mandatory kit.

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.

Join Carrick Mountain in County Wicklow, an IMRA league race with a long 7.9 km course and about 450 m of climb or a shorter sub 5 km option. Enjoy rugged trails, two big climbs and fast technical descents in stunning mountain scenery.

Take on Tory Hill in County Kilkenny on Saturday 9 May 2026 with a scenic 7.8 km trail featuring 350 m of climb and two summit visits. Mixed woods and fire road offer great views and fast runnable sections for all abilities.