Trail Running Calendar Ireland 2026-2027

Test your strength at Lug Uphill, a 6 km mountain race in County Wicklow featuring 800 meters of ascent. This Irish Uphill League event serves as a selection trial for international competition and offers local camping options.

Tinahely Half Marathon on 8 August 2026 is a 21.00 km mountain race in south Wicklow with about 1100 m of climb and difficult terrain. It forms part of the Leinster Half-Marathon League and requires Level C mandatory kit.

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..

Discover the beauty of Wicklow during the inaugural Leinster Weekend on this ten kilometer trail. Runners will navigate a scenic mountain route with five hundred meters of ascent in a supportive community environment.

This end-of-season hill run supports voluntary mountain rescue teams. The 8 km loop around Paddock Hill is fully marked, with a 5 km short course also available. Online registration and mandatory safety kit are required.

Knock Ma in County Galway offers a fully marked mountain course with a 9.6 km main route and a 4 km short option, has a 359 m climb on the main route, and limits entries to 250 with mandatory safety kit and no GPS allowed.

A four day Marathon and Half Marathon across Inishowen along the Wild Atlantic Way, covering 105 miles with separate routes each day. Runners can choose full or half marathon distances over one to four days and enter via SiEntries.

Experience mountain running at Johns Hill in County Carlow featuring a 9 km main route and a 5 km short course. This Southeast League event offers moderate terrain and significant elevation through the scenic Deerpark trails.

A trail race in County Waterford on 16 August 2026 covering 8.00 km with 250 m climb, part of the Coillte Summer/Autumn Trail League. Level B mandatory kit is required, only major junctions are marked and GPS is not allowed.

A 7.7km mountain run in Dublin's Ticknock, encouraging low-carbon travel with no on-site car parking. The route features marked trails, forest sections, and a 4km junior course. Registration is at the Blue Light pub.

A mountain running event in County Galway on 22 August 2026 with a 7.10 km route (440 m climb) and a 2.90 km short course. Route is fully marked, GPS is not allowed, and Level B mandatory kit is required.

The Galtymore is an extreme mountain race in Tipperary, summiting Galtymore via Cush and Galtybeg. This 13 km route features 1,300 m of climbing over unmarked terrain, requiring mandatory advanced safety kit. Entry is limited for this champ..

Experience a unique trail run on Ireland's southernmost inhabited island in West Cork. Choose between a 10km or Half Marathon route featuring scenic hiking trails and views of the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse.

Run the Canon Sheehan Loop in Cork's Glenanaar Forest. This moderate 10.5 km mountain run features a fully marked route and a 5 km short course option. All participants must bring mandatory safety kit, with the final carry requirements set..

A 14.3 km mountain run with 1000 m of climb in the Blackstairs of County Wexford. The unmarked route is part of the Leinster Championship and requires mandatory safety kit.

A 200 km ultraaround the Iveragh Peninsula with registration at Killarney Racecourse, limited entries and mandatory safety gear. The route includes designated crew stops and requires prior endurance qualifications.

Tackle the extreme Carrauntoohil mountain run in Kerry, with over 1,100m of ascent on a 13.7km unmarked route. Mandatory advanced kit is required, and GPS is allowed. Registration opens in late August for the September event.

Experience a significant mountain run in County Laois featuring a 99 kilometer course and a 999 meter ascent. This Southeast League event emphasizes safety with mandatory kit requirements and traditional navigation without GPS.

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.

Kilworth Backyard Ultra is a looped ultrarunning event in Kilworth Woods, County Cork where runners repeat a 6.7 km loop with 125 m of climb until one runner remains. The course is fully marked and base camp provides water and light refresh..