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The Cape Clear Island Races

Cape Clear Island, Ireland • 29 Aug 2026

The Cape Clear Island Races

The event takes place on Saturday 29 August 2026 on Cape Clear Island, West Cork. It is organized by OuterEdge Eire. The races use island trails and lesser-used island lanes. The island is a Gaeltacht area with a population of around 130. Routes offer views across Roaringwater Bay, toward Fastnet Rock (about 6 km west), Sherkin Island and the mainland. The entry fee includes the return ferry from Baltimore harbour to Cape Clear Island.

Race details and entry

  • Half Marathon
  • 10km

Entries open 18 December 2025 and close 23 August 2026. Entry fees are listed as follows: Half Marathon €105, rising to €115 from 01/05/2026; 10km €75, rising to €85 from 01/05/2026. Participants must be aged between 17 and 75 inclusive on the event date. The event offers an option to purchase XCover, which may provide a refund if a participant cannot attend due to unforeseen circumstances. The organizer’s website is outeredge-events.com. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Cape Clear Island

Race information

Registration
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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