Halloween Half Marathon - Kilworth

Kilworth, Ireland • 30 Oct 2026

Halloween Half Marathon - Kilworth

The Halloween Half Marathon takes place in Glensheshkin Woods, located in County Cork. This event is part of the Munster Half-Marathon League and offers a trail running experience through forested terrain. The route is fully marked, and participants are permitted to use GPS devices during the race.

The event features the following distance:

  • 21.00 km with 475 meters of total ascent.

The course is classified with a moderate difficulty rating due to its terrain and elevation gain. Because the event involves mountain and trail running, specific mandatory safety equipment is required for all participants. The standard Level B kit includes a waterproof jacket, a hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, a foil blanket or bivvy bag, and a charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored. Organizers perform checks to ensure participants have the means to carry this equipment.

The start area is situated one kilometer east of Kilworth Village in Glensheshkin Woods. Due to limited parking availability at the site, the organizers advise participants to use carpooling arrangements. The event does not offer an early start option for runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Glensheshkin Woods Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Short Course
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