Brandon Bay Run

Tralee, Ireland • 18 Jul 2026

Brandon Bay Run 2026

Brandon Bay Run 2026 is an all-beach running event on Saturday 18 July 2026 at Brandon Bay in the Kingdom of Kerry. The course is set entirely on the golden beach around Brandon Bay on the Wild Atlantic Way, with open views of Mount Brandon, the Atlantic Ocean and the Slieve Mish mountains.

Participants may walk, jog or run. The event offers multiple race distances held on the beach surface, and it takes place in the area of Fahamore and The Maharees, Co. Kerry. The organizer describes wide open beach running conditions along the coastline.

The event programme includes a local festival with events aimed at families in addition to the running races. Race options listed for the day include:

  • 5k run
  • 10k run
  • Half marathon

Logistics such as exact start locations and any event facilities are not detailed here. The description focuses on the beach setting, the available distances and the presence of a family oriented festival alongside the running event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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