Bangor
Trail Running Calendar near Bangor 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bangor for 2026-2027! We've gathered 8 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 215 mile coast to coast ultra along the Southern Upland Way with 12 checkpoints, a 100 hour cut off and entry by application for experienced, self-navigating runners.
A NIMRA short distance hill race at Scrabo Country Park on 20 August 2026: 6.35 km over two forested laps with 280 m ascent and a 120-entry limit.
September 2026
A mixed terrain 10K through Clandeboye Estate near Bangor on 13 September 2026, organised by Coastal Runners NI with medals, refreshments and prizes for top finishers.
October 2026
A mountain running event in County Down on 3 October 2026 covering 11.90 km with 870 m climb, organised by Mourne Runners as part of the IMRA Ulster Championships and NIMRA League; GPS is not allowed and Level C kit is required.
November 2026
February 2027
A lakeside 5K and 10K in Castlewellan Forest Park with chip timing, medals, posted race packs and series prizes.
May 2027
A point-to-point roughly 106 mile ultra along Northern Ireland’s North Antrim coast, fully tracked, self-sufficient with timed cutoffs and staffed checkpoints.
July 2027
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Running Festival on 25 July 2027 offers 10K and Half Marathon races with chip timing, medals, race photos and an event village.