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Farran Fun Run

Name: Farran Fun Run
Start: 2026-06-04
End: 2026-06-04
Location: Killumney

Killumney, Ireland • 4 Jun 2026

Farran Fun Run 2026

Farran Fun Run 2026 is a community running event set in the surroundings of Farran Woods. The event takes place in aid of Farran National School and combines a short course with fundraising activity.

The event offers these distances:

5 km, chip timed
2 km for children

The run is presented as a family-friendly occasion and is described as suitable for all the family. Refreshments are provided afterwards. The 5 km race uses chip timing to record participants' results. The event notes that everyone is welcome and that proceeds support the school.

Entry is ticketed and separate ticket types are offered for adults and children. The organiser provides a fundraising campaign linked to the event. Practical arrangements such as ticketing and payment validation are handled by the event organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Killumney

Race information

Registration

5 km

Adult (5k)

Child (2k)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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