Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027

Tackle the new Bangor Erris Trail in County Mayo, a challenging 34 km with 750 m of climb and limited route markings. Part of the inaugural Connaught Weekend, this wild run requires Level C kit and bans GPS.

A challenging 11 km mountain run with 504m of climb in Ballinastoe Wood, Wicklow. A shorter 4.7 km course is also available. The route is fully marked and part of the Leinster League.

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.

An 80 km mountain run through the Glendalough Valley on waymarked trails like St Kevin's Way and the Wicklow Way. The route features three loops and a 3000 m climb, to be completed within 12 hours. Mandatory kit is required, and registratio..

Glenstall Abbey is a 12 km trail run in County Limerick with 999 meters of climb, scheduled for June 2026. Mandatory kit includes a waterproof jacket and charged phone. Entries are limited to 250 participants.

The Flagstaff to Carlingford is a 16.7 km mountain race in County Louth with 1050 m of ascent. This challenging, unmarked route requires advanced navigation skills and mandatory safety kit. A free coach transfer is provided for the first 70..

Explore the scenic trails of Ballygannon Woods and Clara Vale on this IMRA trail run. Choose from four distances, including a free, inclusive run/roll. The route features the new Samuel Hayes bridge and forgiving forest paths.

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 trail run in County Cork offers two distances, 11.5km and 5km, through varied terrain including forest trails and mountain paths. A windproof jacket is mandatory, and an early start is available. The event is limited to 250 participant..

Tackle the re-routed long course or shorter junior option through the Wicklow mountains. This mid-week trail run features significant elevation and requires full mandatory safety kit. The event finishes with a social gathering at a local pi..

This mountain race in Wicklow is a championship event on an unmarked, out-and-back course to Lugnaquilla. It features a long 10.5 km route and a shorter 4 km junior option. Runners must bring full mandatory kit, including a paper map.

The Trooperstown Hill event in Wicklow offers multiple distances, including an 11.5 km long course. Mandatory kit is required, and carpooling is essential due to limited parking. The evening finishes with a social gathering in Laragh.

A vertical mountain run on Brandon, ascending 750 meters over 3.9km via the Cosán na Naomh pilgrim path, finishing at the summit cross. This unmarked route requires full advanced mandatory kit. Part of the Irish Uphill League.

This extreme 21 km mountain half marathon in Kerry ascends 1260 meters over Mount Brandon and other peaks. The route is marked at major junctions, finishing at a Dingle pub with food for all. Full mandatory mountain running kit is required.

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 with 600 m of climb. The moderate terrain course is marked at major junctions. Registration opens in July 2026.

Tackle the trails of Ravensdale Forest with the Carnavaddy mountain run. Choose between a challenging 10 km long course with 450m of climb or a 5 km short course. Mandatory safety kit is required, and the event finishes with prizegiving at..

Traverse the full Wicklow Way in this 127 km ultramarathon from Clonegal to Marlay Park. With 3665 m of ascent and a 21-hour limit, it demands self-sufficiency across the Wicklow hills. Finishers earn ITRA points and a unique granite mement..

This mountain run in County Roscommon features an 8 km loop on gravel roads with 250 meters of climb. A shorter 4.5 km option is also available. The event requires specific mandatory safety gear.

A challenging 8 km mountain run in the Comeragh Mountains, featuring a technical loop around Crotty's Lake. A shorter 5 km course is also available, and all runners must bring mandatory weatherproof kit. The event takes place on private lan..