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Rose of Tralee 10km
2018-08-19 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Tralee Co. Kerry
Tralee Harriers AC are holding their fundraising Rose of Tralee 10km on Sunday 19th August.
All competitors get a custom t-shirt, bespoke medal, there wlll be street entertainment, live music at the finish line, refreshments, &much much more.
There is a Glass Trophy and Prize Money for the Top Three Men and Women across the line.
With top place trophies for the first O40,45,50,55,60 Men & Women
This year we have a Glass trophy for the following…
First Past Rose Home…
First Past Escort Home…
First 2018 Rose family member home…
Looking forward to seeing all the Festival families and supporters signing up for this great fundraisers for Tralee Harriers AC and help with the development of their training grounds and building a Tartan training Track.
https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/TraleeHarriersandTheRoseofTralee10KRoadRace

Run the Ridge 2018
2018-08-18 12:30 - 15:30 | Laragh GAA, Laragh, Laragh, Wicklow, Ireland
20 km mountain and trail run over the scenic Derrybawn Ridge. 8 km trail run in Derrybawn Woods also available.

EXTERN DAMBUSTERS
2018-08-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Silent Valley Mountain Park, Head Road, Annalong, BT34 4HU
The 7th Annual EXTERN DAMBUSTERS race will take place on Saturday 18th August 2018 at the Silent Valley Mountain Centre and is featured in the PURE RUNNING HALF MARATHON SERIES.
We are delighted to have teamed up with Extern as our Charity Partners for this event. Each year Extern works alongside 18,000 children, young people, families, and individuals to empower them to change their lives.
Why not join #TeamExtern at Dambusters. Choose an area of Extern’s work to fundraise for, and receive a free running vest.
Homelessness / mental health / young people and families / drug and alcohol issues / refugee support, and more…
There are three distances to choose from, the Half Marathon, 10K Race/Walk and 5K race.
The Silent Valley is located within the Mourne area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. The Valley is surrounded by dramatic mountain panoramas and includes a reservoir built in the early 1900’s as well as the famous Mourne wall. (Only 30 minutes drive from Newry).
Half Marathon/5K 11.00am
Walk: 11.30am
10K Race: 12 noon
Registration: The Silent Valley Mountain Park, Head Road, Annalong, Co. Down BT34 4HU

John Mitchels GFC 6K
2018-08-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Ballybailie, Ardee, A92NV60
John Mitchels GFC Annual 6K Road Race and Family Fun Day will take place Sunday 12th August 2018 at 2pm. On Site Registration will take place at clubrooms Friday 3rd 6.30-7.30pm, Saturday 11th 1-3pm and on the day of the race. Registration for race and BBQ is €20.
Contact 087 2206736 or 087 6962295 for details

Annual 5/10k Fun
2018-08-12 11:30 - 17:00
This is our 3rd year to host this event. We added the 10k last year and it was well received so we will go with it again this year!
Please note time changed to:
Registration: @ 11.30am.
Start time: @ 12mid-day.

Knocknarea 8 Mile Loop
2018-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Strandhill, Co. Sligo, Strandhill, Sligo, Ireland
The 7th Annual Knocknarea 8 Mile Loop Run and Walk takes place on Sunday 12th August in Strandhill, Co. Sligo. Walk kicks off at 10.00am followed at 10.30am by the run. This is an AAI Registered event.
Register online at strandceltic.com or the Knocknarea 8 Mile Loop facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Knocknarea8MileLoop/
Entry fees for the run and walk are €15 for the run and €10 for the walk. This year the Knocknarea 8 Mile Loop is sponsored once again by Tegre Sliding Wardrobes. Chip timing for the race is provided by Core Timing.
The run and walk are open to people of all abilities. The course is essentially an 8 mile loop around the picturesque Knocknarea Mountain starting and finishing in Strandhill. There will be two water stations on the course as well as mile markers to allow contestants to keep track of their progress. The race and walk promise to be a fun event but the route includes challenges for both the novice and experienced runner as the course includes two category 5 climbs, the first of these being the Glen Road. The run has proved to be an ideal warm-up for the Warriors Run for many runners over the last few years. There are prizes for all categories and refreshments with be served in the Strand Celtic Clubhouse afterwards. There is a special prize if either of our male or female winners can set a new course record.
The run is being held as a fundraiser for Strand Celtic FC.

Galway Clinic Streets of Galway
2018-08-11 19:00 | Claddagh Hall, Galway City, beside South park , Galway
GCH who are one of Ireland’s largest athletics clubs, will host the 33rd edition of the famous Streets of Galway 8K road-race on Saturday 11th August 2018 at 7pm around the city centre and Salthill. This event is the jewel in the crown of road races in the West and is a fixture on the Irish running calendar.
The race route starts at Fr Griffin Road in the city and takes in many of the sights of Galway city. including the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square , the landmark Galway Cathedral and NUI Galway early on in the race. The course then routes out towards Salthill, past Pearse Stadium and then back in on the ‘Prom’ along Galway Bay for the last , fast section into the finish at the historic Claddagh. The event was first staged in 1986 and the ethos from the start to the present day has always been “sport for all”. The race attracts runners of all standards and ages from all over Ireland and abroad – from elite international athletes, to athletics club runners, competitors from other sports and fun-runners, joggers and walkers alike. This year well over 3,000 runners will take part in what is a truly iconic race on the calendar and is one not to be missed. GCH are delighted to have the Galway Clinic as the Streets of Galway 8k race sponsor. The Galway Clinic, is a Galway institution and is a major health provider and employer for the city and county, The Clinic aims to improve the health and quality of life of the individuals and communities it serves, and to promote health and wellbeing across society and a partnership with Galway City Harriers, its running activities, and the Streets is a perfect match. We would like to thank the Galway Clinic for coming on board with GCH in what will be a very exciting partnership.
For more information see www.galwayclinic.com. You can follow us on Facebook again this year at: https://www.facebook.com/StreetsOfGalway and our Twitter handle is @StreetsofGalway We look forward to your company for a great night of sporting endeavour in the city of the tribes. Enter here: https://www.active.com/galway-galway/running/distance-running-clinics/ga…

Cavan Kayakarun
2018-08-11 13:00 - 17:00 | Gallonray house, Cootehill, Co. Cavan, Cottehill, Cavan
THE CAVAN KAYAKARUN SUPREME BODY TESTER – 58K
THE CAVAN KAYAKARUN BODY TESTER – 41k
THE CAVAN KAYAKARUN MINI/JUNIOR BODY TESTER – 13k
Please visit – https://cavankayakarun.com/

Affidea ExpressCare Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin
2018-08-11 10:00 - 2018-08-12 14:30
Affidea ExpressCare Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon is the most fun you’ll ever have running. Experience live music along the course and journey along the River Liffey past Christ Church Cathedral and the famous Brewery. Afterwards, there’s a concert in Royal Hospital Kilmainham.
The weekend of running includes a 5k on Saturday where you can pick up your first bit of race bling. Sunday’s events include a 10k and Family Fun Event as well as the feature event the Half Marathon.
Participant Perks:
Live, local bands along the course
Quality Technical Participant T-Shirt
Fantastic Finisher’s medal
Baggage Check Bag
Scenic Course
Plentiful Course Support, including Sports Drink and Energy Gel
Free Admission to the Finish Line Festival and Concert
Free Shuttle – takes runners and spectators from finish to public rail or back near start line.
Register now for all the events HERE

Super Milk Wild Air Run
2018-08-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Marlay Park, Dublin, Marlay Park, Dublin, Ireland
Super Milk Wild Air Run is an award-winning family fun run that features 10 of Europe’s biggest inflatable obstacles as part of a 5K course. 2018 brings new features such a water guns to the course. Each runner gets a powerful foam water gun, which they take home, to complete new fun tasks around the course, and of course, to give each other a soaking.
It can be completed by all fitness levels and all ages between 7-70. All the family can get involved.
Tickets for Super Milk Wild Air Run are on sale at www.wildairrun.com. Early bird tickets are now on sale at €25 for adults and €15 for children. Family tickets (€66) and group rates are also available. Spectators can cheer from the side-lines for free. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.wildairrun.com

Connemara 100
2018-08-11 07:00 | Connemara, Co. Galway, Clifden, Clifden, Ireland
The Connemara 100 on the West Coast of Ireland is run over a measured and certified course. The 2012 event was AAI permitted and awarded an IAU Bronze Label.
The course is simply fabulous, taking participants from Clifden through Letterfrack, Lettergesh, the Inagh Valley, Maam Cross, Leenane, Inagh Valley again, then on to Roundstone, Ballyconneely and back to Clifden to complete 100 miles.
There is a 30 hour limit and every participant must have their own crew with them at all times to look after water, food etc.
There will be medical support but because the course stretches over such a long distance there may be up to 25 miles between aid stations. So experienced crew support is essential and mandatory.
This year we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of our 100 mile race.
Entry is available HERE

Garrafrauns Dunmore 6k 2018
2018-08-06 14:00
The 6k run starts in Garrafrauns at 2 pm on the 6th of August and finishes in Dunmore and is an annual event during Dunmore Festival.
We have chip timing to ensure this is an enjoyable event for everyone. Registration finishes at 1.30pm SHARP.
Also, the first 200 runners and walkers to register will receive a Technical Running T-Shirt. In order to receive a T-shirt in your preferred size, runners and walkers should pre-register online before July 25th. We will do our best to accommodate sizes for all other online registrations. Finally, these limited edition T-shirts cannot be guaranteed to late registrations.
Registration Cost
On-Line or Sunday (day before the race) registration:
Adult: €15
Junior: €10
Late (Monday, pre-race) Registration Cost:
Adult: €20
Junior: €15
Online registration closes on Friday 3rd August at 10 pm.
Registration Details
Early Registration Continues in DUNMORE ENTERPRISE CENTRE on SUNDAY 5th August, from 12 pm and 2 pm. Costs will remain at the lower early registration price at this point. This is also the ideal time to collect your registration pack and avoid the queues.
Final registration is on MONDAY in GARRAFRAUNS Community Centre from 11 am to 1.30pm. Tops and chips should be collected at these times. The price increases to €20 for senior entries and €15 for junior entries.
To accommodate families who wish to register a number of people, we have the option of a reduced fee – on the day registration, where runners receive a chip only (not the t-shirt). This is €10 for adults and €8 for children. (Chip only early registration on Sunday will cots €8 for Adults and €5 for Juniors)
Race Details
There will be a shuttle bus to Garrafrauns leaving from the Square in Dunmore at 12.30pm. Group Warm Up at 1.30pm. The race starts at 2 pm. We are welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. All participants gain free entry into the festival sports day (please bring bib number to gates for free entry) where the prize giving will be held after the race (approx 4 pm). Sports Day is in the Soccer pitch this year (beside the playground and very close to the finish line of the race). where there are shower facilities for runners. Ther will be a physio in the clubhouse changing rooms. Also, there will be a fundraising BBQ at the pitch along with bouncy castles and novelty events, this promises to be a fun family day out.
Click here to view the route visit.

Inflatable Colour Run - Killarney Co. Kerry 2018
2018-08-05 14:00 - 16:00
The Inflatable Colour Run is about to bounce into Kerry this Summer!
This is ONE EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
The very best parts of Inflatable runs and Colour Runs, combined, to make one EPIC day out, suitable for all abilities.
Arrive dressed in white (or fancy dress if you’re really up for fun!) enjoy all the fun, colour and music of the Start Line Party, then walk, run, dance or bounce your way around the route, making your way through the colour stations and of course the Fun Inflatables!
Laugh as we celebrate taking part with some music and even more colour at the finish line!
At the end, we have a unique 2018 medal for each and every participant to add to their collection! Suitable for guys and girls, adults and children, runners and walkers.. if you love fun, you will enjoy this event!

Wicklow Cancer Support 5k Fun Run
2018-08-04 19:00 | Wicklow Town, Wicklow, Ireland
Wicklow 5k Family Fun Walk, jog or run
Saturday 4th August
Registration at Leitrim Place from 5:30pm
Race starts at 7pm at Leitrim Place, Seafront, Wicklow Town

1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes for both Men and Women

The race will also be timed for the more serious runners on the night

There will be a raffle after the race with lots of great prizes

ENTRY FEE:
Adults 10 euro
Children 2 euro

All proceeds go to Wicklow Cancer Support

Proudly Sponsored by TILES DIRECT ASHFORD

For enquiries or donations please contact

Liz (Betty) Doyle 086 8520505

Streets of Sligo 5km Aug 4th 7pm
2018-08-04 19:00 | Riverside, Sligo, Riverside, Sligo, Ireland
The Streets of Sligo 5km will take place on Saturday, 4th of August 2018 at 7pm. The event, hosted by Sligo AC in conjunction with Sligo County Council, will be held on a flat and fast course and consists of 2 laps through the heart of Sligo town.

Breffni 3 Province Challenge
2018-08-04 11:00 - 17:00
The Breffni 3 Province Challenge will be held on August Bank Holiday Saturday. We have a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Run as well as a 25K & 100K cycle. The Half Marathon & 10K are AAI approved.
This event has been organised by the Community of Arva with the aim of raising funds towards Cancer Care, Cure & Research.
These events will raise much-needed funds for St Luke’s Oncology Trust, Breast Cancer Research (Formerly NBCRI). and Cavan/Monaghan Cancer Homecare Association. Tel 086 084 8633 for your sponsorship cards!
Registration is available or call the number above for your sponsorship card.
All participants receive a t-shirt, medal on completion.
Register Online HERE
Refreshment, BBQ and live entertainment by at the finish line in Market Square Arva. Later in the evening buffet aavailablein the Breffni Arms Hotel followed by entertainment and dancing ’til late!

Conna 5k
2018-08-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Conna
Join us for the 6th running of the Conna 5k. Conna is situated near Fermoy in Co Cork. The host club is St Catherine’s A.C. Registration In Conna hall from 6pm. A juvenile 1mile race will start at 7.30 pm and after the 5k will start at 8pm

Celtic Warrior 2018
2018-08-03 - 2018-08-06 | Lilliput Adventure Centre, Lilliput House, Lough Ennell, Co. Westmeath, N91 W97W
3 Day Full Warrior
3 Day Half Warrior

Swim 3.8 km (Friday)
Bike 180 km (Saturday)
Run Full Marathon (Sunday)

Swim 1.9 km (Friday)
Bike 90 km (Saturday)
Run Half Marathon (Sunday)

1 Day Full Warrior
1 Day Half Warrior

Swim 3.8 km
Bike 180 km
Run Full Marathon
All on Saturday

Swim 1.9 km
Bike 90 km
Run Half Marathon
All on Saturday

2 Day Full Duathlon
2 Day Half Duathlon

3.8 km Swim (Friday) & 180 km Bike (Saturday)
180 km Bike (Saturday) & Full Marathon (Sunday)
3.8 km Swim (Friday) & Full Marathon (Saturday)

1.9 km Swim (Friday) & 90 km Bike (Saturday)
90 km Bike (Saturday) & Half Marathon (Sunday)
1.9 km Swim (Friday) & Half Marathon (Saturday)

3 Day Full Marathon Trilogy
3 Day Half Marathon Trilogy

Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Different course each day, all flat

Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Different course each day, all flat

2 Day Full Marathon Back to Back
2 Day Half Marathon Back to Back

Saturday & Sunday or Sunday & Monday
Saturday & Sunday or Sunday & Monday

1 Day Full Marathon
1 Day Half Marathon

Saturday, Sunday or Monday
Saturday Sunday or Monday

Full Warrior Back to Back
Half Warrior Back to Back

Saturday & Sunday
Saturday & Sunday

Single Events

Full Warrior Swim Only (Friday)
Full Warrior Bike Only (Saturday)
Half Warrior Swim Only (Friday)
Half Warrior Bike Only (Saturday)

1 Day Sport Triathlon (Saturday or Sunday)
5k Run (Saturday or Sunday)
10k Run (Saturday or Sunday)

Rooskey 5k
2018-08-01 08:00 - 21:00 | Rooskey Co Roscommon

Ronan Clarke Road Run
2018-07-29 12:00 - 15:00
5km family fun run and 10km road run. Registration at Killala community centre from 11am. Race starts at 12 noon sharp.

Inflatable Colour Run - Downpatrick Co. Down 2018
2018-07-29 12:00 - 14:00
The Inflatable Colour Run is about to bounce into Co. Down this Summer!
This is ONE EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
The very best parts of Inflatable runs and Colour Runs, combined, to make one EPIC day out, suitable for all abilities.
Arrive dressed in white (or fancy dress if you’re really up for fun!) enjoy all the fun, colour and music of the Start Line Party, then walk, run, dance or bounce your way around the route, making your way through the colour stations and of course the Fun Inflatables!
Laugh as we celebrate taking part with some music and even more colour at the finish line!
At the end, we have a unique 2018 medal for each and every participant to add to their collection! Suitable for guys and girls, adults and children, runners and walkers.. if you love fun, you will enjoy this event!

5 for the Dive - 5 Mile fun run
2018-07-29 10:30 - 13:00
Join us on Sunday the 22nd of April @ 10:30am for our second annual 5 mile fun run. We had a great time last year, and we are hoping for an even better time this year, so grab those walking shoes and get going. Runners, joggers and walkers all welcome!

Balla 10k
2018-07-28 19:00
The BALLA 10k incorporating Mayo Athletics County Board 10k road Championships will take place on Saturday July 28 at 7pm.
The event is being hosted by Mayo AC in conjunction with Mayo Athletics County Board.
The classic one lap course as used in Balla 10k over the last 25 years has been remeasured and is AAI/County Board permitted.
The Balla 10k is open to all: run, jog, or walk. All welcome.
10k county championships entrants must be over 18 and 2018 registered members of an athletics club in Co Mayo. Club vests must be worn.
The County Board will award Individual – Junior, Senior, age category, and team medals for men and women.
Entry on the day: €15. Registration at No Name Club above Credit Union on the Square in centre of village from 5:30pm.
Refreshments and prizegiving after event.
Championship medals will be presented by Mayo Athletics County Board. Open race prizes will be presented by Mayo AC.
Contact: John Timothy 087 909 9910

Aughty Warrior Challenge 2018
2018-07-28 11:00 - 16:00 | kilchreest,Co.Galway
Aughty Adventure challenge for 2018.
This year’s event is in aid of Voices for Down Syndrome Galway.
We have a challenge to suit everyone even a nice 3k walk on a lovely quiet scenic road.
Here are the 6 options to choose from:
A: 3k family walk
B: 5k trail run
C: 7k trail run
D: 10k trail run
E: 35k trail run + cycle
F: 60k trail run + cycle
Are You Tough Enough For The Aughtys!

The Ros Run Sliabh Bawn
2018-07-28 08:00 - 2018-07-29 17:00
The Ros Run Sliabh Bawn
Distances 10km route, half marathon, full marathon & ultra marathon (50km)
Brand new event in county Roscommom coming in 2018. It will be a large looped route with breathtaking view of the surrounding counties amongst the forest on gravel finished roads.This route starts and finishes up on Sliabh Bawn mountain which is located on the Lanesboro to Strokestown road, 10 mins from Roscommon town.

Sliabh Bawn is now the home of a wind farm providing sustainable energy provided by board na Mona and Coillte.
Slieve Bawn is a small but highly significant mountain set among the lakes and flatlands of eastern Co. Roscommon.This gives a view of approx 250kms – almost coast-to-coast – one of the widest in Ireland
This is a back to back event, so you are welcome to run on Saturday the 28th of July or Sunday the 29th of July or if you are up for it… you can do both!!
-Location: Doughill forest on Sliabh Bawn mountain Ballyduff, Roscommon
(approx 5km from Strokestown & approx 15km from Roscommon town)
Meeting Point on the morning – St Faithleach GAA ground, Ballyleague, Roscommon
Date – 28th & 29th July
Start Times:
Ultra Marathon- 8.00amFull marathon – 9.00am
Half marathon 10.00am
10km route – 11.00am
Online registration closes Sunday the 17th June 2018 at 21.00. Very limited on-the-day registrations available, please ensure to book before online registration closes to avoid disappointment.

Run Killarney 2018
2018-07-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Killarney, Ireland
Run Killarney gives competitors the chance to run one of the world’s most breath taking and scenic routes through Muckross House and Killarney National Park.
The races are open to everyone, men and women alike, at all levels of running experience, walkers, newcomers and people who just want a challenge and a great day out.
This is a professionally run event and every effort has been made to ensure that all competitors needs are looked after.
More information can be found at www.runkillarney.com

Born to Run - Tralee Marathon Club, 40 Mile Relay (4)
2018-07-28 07:00 - 18:00 | Tralee Co. Kerry
Born to Run Tralee Marathon Club are proud and excited to bring you the fourth annual Born to Run 40 Mile Ultra Marathon and second 2 person relay while introducing the first running of our 4 person relay. Taking place on Saturday July 28th in the town of Tralee, this 40 Mile Ultra-marathon consists of ten 4 mile loops.
The course is made up of a relaxing (and flat) 1 mile river walkway (concrete) and country roads (not quiet flat in places). Each loop has two hills of approximately 0.5 miles each and have a climb of about 90 feet each. These hills are immediately followed by an equal downhill section which will be a welcome relief after the climb.

Born to Run Tralee Marathon Club, 40 Mile Ultra, plus 2 or 4 Person Relay
2018-07-28 07:00 - 18:00 | Tralee Co. Kerry
Born to Run Tralee Marathon Club are proud and excited to bring you the fourth annual Born to Run 40 Mile Ultra Marathon on July 28th in the town of Tralee with 2 relay options also available for participants.
This is the second time we will offer the option of a 2 person relay over the distance. For 2018 we have introduced a 4 person relay giving those stepping up to ultra racing the opportunity to enjoy our event as a team.
The 40 Mile Ultra-marathon consists of ten 4 mile loops. The course is made up of a relaxing (and flat) 1 mile river walkway (concrete) and country roads (not quite flat in places). Each loop has two hills of approximately 0.5 miles each and has a climb of about 90 feet each. These hills are immediately followed by an equal downhill section which will be a welcome relief after the climb.

Born to Run – Tralee Marathon Club, 40 Mile Relay (2)
2018-07-28 07:00 - 18:00 | Tralee Co. Kerry

Inflatable Colour Run - Galway 2018
2018-07-22 12:00 - 14:00
The Inflatable Colour Run is about to bounce into Galway this Summer!
This is ONE EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
The very best parts of Inflatable runs and Colour Runs, combined, to make one EPIC day out, suitable for all abilities.
Arrive dressed in white (or fancy dress if you’re really up for fun!) enjoy all the fun, colour and music of the Start Line Party, then walk, run, dance or bounce your way around the route, making your way through the colour stations and of course the Fun Inflatables!
Laugh as we celebrate taking part with some music and even more colour at the finish line!
At the end, we have a unique 2018 medal for each and every participant to add to their collection! Suitable for guys and girls, adults and children, runners and walkers.. if you love fun, you will enjoy this event!
