Trail Running calendar near Omagh 2026-2027

The Cooley Half will take place in Cooley-Halbinsel on Saturday 23 May 2026. You can run 22 kilometers.

Take on Carnaween, a scenic mountain race in County Donegal offering long and short route options with steep climbs across open farmland. Limited to 61 runners and part of the Ulster Championship, it promises a rugged, rewarding challenge.

The Norn Iron Ultra will take place in Ballintoy on Saturday 30 May 2026.

Tackle the classic Slieve Donard ascent in the Mourne Mountains on 30 May 2026, a challenging 10 km race with 850 m of climb and spectacular summit views. Part of the Irish Championship and Irish Uphill League, it also serves as the Snowdon..

The Sliabh Daeane - Ox Mountains will take place in Sligo on Wednesday 3 June 2026. You can run between 6 and 9 kilometers.

Tackle the Millstone in County Down on Thursday 4 June 2026, a short but steep 7.7 km course with 470 m of climb offering thrilling fell running and great views. Mandatory Level B kit is required and GPS use is not allowed.

Take on the Cairncastle Classic, a rugged 16.2 km mountain run with 620 m of climb across scenic County Antrim. Held by NIMRA on 6 June 2026, the moderate course requires Level B kit and a good sense of adventure.

Tackle the Loughshannagh Horseshoe in County Down on Thursday 11 June 2026, a challenging 6.90 km mountain loop with 560 m of ascent and superb upland views. Mandatory mountain kit is required, so come prepared for rough terrain and changea..

Meels is a sharp mountain challenge in County Down on 18 June 2026, covering 7 km with 560 m of ascent over minimally marked terrain. Expect a navigational test with no GPS and mandatory safety kit for experienced runners.

The Carrowkeel will take place in Gortalough on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

Join the IMRA on 26 June 2026 for a lively 5.7 km mountain run around Drinnahilly in County Down featuring 260 m of climb across easy terrain. Basic mandatory kit is required and final kit list is confirmed at registration.

The Benbulben (Luke's Bridge) will take place in Grange on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 9 kilometers.

Experience the rugged beauty of County Down at Spelga Skyline on 4 July 2026, a challenging mountain run with 21.5 km and 10.5 km options. Navigation skills and mandatory kit are required for this adventurous, scenic race.

Join Carnavaddy in Ravensdale Forest on 22 July 2026 for 10 km and 5 km trail routes that climb to summits, cross open mountain and finish through forest with rewarding views. Fully marked and part of the Leinster League, it is a scenic, ch..

The Slieve Bawn will take place in Roscommon on Saturday 25 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 8 kilometers.

Take on the Mullaghcarn Giant on Saturday 25 July 2026, a scenic but testing 12 km mountain race with a summit at Mullaghcarn and around 500 m of ascent. Expect rugged, boggy terrain so trail shoes and mandatory safety kit are required.

Run through the stunning Hillsborough Castle and Gardens on Sunday 26 July 2026 with scenic multi terrain routes past the lake, fort and forest. Choose a 10K, half marathon or charity entry with medals, pacers and a vibrant finish.

The Seven Sevens Race will take place in Newcastle on Saturday 8 August 2026. You can run 31 kilometers.

The Queen Maeve's will take place in Sligo on Sunday 9 August 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Experience four days of coastal and hill running in Inishowen, Donegal from 13 to 16 August 2026 with a new scenic route each day along the Wild Atlantic Way. Pick a full or half marathon any day and aim to complete the combined 105 mile lo..