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Tralee Harriers, Rose of Tralee 10k
2019-08-25 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre, Tralee, Co. Kerry
As part of the Festival of Kerry, the popular Tralee Harriers Rose of Tralee 10Km is attended by former Roses, Escorts, their families and a few past Hosts of the event.
Starting at the Wetlands Centre, join these and many more as the weave through the Lakes, Canals and Streets of Tralee finishing in town centre to music, cheers and merriment.
With a selection of bands playing on route, street entertainment and mouth watering refreshments it is sure to be another success.

There is a medal and t-shirt for all finishers. along with cash prizes and trophies for top three men and women and trophies for age categories
The 10k route will start at the Tralee Bay Wetlands taking in a lap of the Wetlands.
It continues towards Dan Spring Road, down to the Ballymullen roundabout and up the River Lee Walk at the back of The Rose Hotel. Runners will exit the River Walk and head for the Canal and the Lock Gates,
At the Lock Gates water station, runners will head to town passing Lohercannon, Ashgrove, Kerin’s Park, Knockmoyle and down past the Bon Secours Hospital, through the roundabout and to the slip road by the back of the Tralee Garda Station Runners then turn up Rock Street passing The Brouge Inn and turn right at the 2nd traffic lights, onto Maine Street , passing Radio Kerry and past the Ashe Hotel exiting on to Ashe Street, turn right down past The Courthouse and Credit Union, crossing over to Denny Street and finish at the end of Denny Street.
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/1823753798…

Quest 12/24 2019
2019-08-31 | sneem, Sneem, Kerry
Quest 12/24 is a one-day individual unsupported adventure race across Ireland’s highest mountains and the toughest cycle routes in the South West, along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Quest 12/24 is for those who wish to test their physical and mental toughness to overcome everything that the Wild Atlantic Way could throw at them.
147KM or 248KM

Quest 12/24
2019-08-31 - 2019-09-01 | Sneem
Quest 12/24 is a one-day individual unsupported adventure race across Ireland’s highest mountains and the toughest cycle routes in the South West, along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Quest 12/24 is for those who wish to test their physical and mental toughness to overcome everything that the Wild Atlantic Way could throw at them. There are two categories to test your endurance; Quest 12 and Quest 24.

Kilmessan colour run 2019
2019-08-31 14:00 - 16:00
This Brand New Colour Run 5k is coming to Kilmessan August 2019. Colour run is an exciting Race that brings together the Challenge of a 5k Race with a Splash of Colour, ideal for all the Family!

Organised by the Oskars team behind Bridget Jones movie, we can’t wait to introduce this Brand New Event in support of Kilmessan hurling club renovation.

The Goal is to have a Good Time and Achieve a 5k Run that you can Walk, run, jog and if you’re feeling brave cartwheel the whole way!! And for those who want to achieve even more they can try for their Personal Best. Create a team or go solo and totally work it! Bring your Friends and Family to cheer you on and add some colour to your white tees. Start and Finish by the Parish Hall in the village and Enjoy a Route that takes you by the club house and pitch that will be transformed with your help, up to the beautiful Ringlestown house and back.

Every 1k mark there is a Colour Station that you pass through but we ensure you, you won’t be coming out with a white tee anymore. Here, our Race Team Shower with our Special 100% Safe Colour Powder. As you go, the Colours build, until by the end of the course where you’ll be covered in all the colours of the rainbow.

At the Finish Line we have a Huge Colour Party, where you get to Throw Coloured powder and light up the sky and make it rain colour. To make it even more fun we challenge you to cover your friends and family in all the colour so they have no white showing.

Please arrive at 1pm to ensure you have time to purchase extra pouches of colour available and enjoy the pre run warm up colour party.
All colour used is natural and hypoallergenic.
Team Bridget look forward to seeing you then!

Ambition Run 2019
2019-08-31 19:00 - 21:00 | T.P.Waters, Kildare Town, Kildare, R51EV29
Ambition Run
In association with Tallaght Hospital & The Irish Cancer Society
Fancy a challenge? We’re looking for runners of all abilities to rise to the challenge of either a 5 or 10 mile run.
Taking place on Saturday 31st August 2019, 7.00pm at the T.P. Waters Ambition Run is kindly supported by SEAT with proceeds from the race going to our charity partners Tallaght University Hospital Foundation and the Irish Cancer Society.
The route starts at our showrooms and will take participants in and around Kildare Town and its surroundings. The race was a huge success last year and we know it’s going to be bigger and better than ever this year!
We are delighted to be working with 2 excellent charities this year , Tallaght University Hospital Foundation and the Irish Cancer Society, supporting people suffering from cancer.
Chip timed by JustRuns Events
Prizes
Medals & TShirts for all participants

ROS GO RUN 2019,1/2 Marathon,10km & 5Km
2019-09-01 11:00 - 15:00 | EIRE ÓG GAA CLUB AGHADRESTAN LISACUL CASTLEREA CO. ROSCOMMON F45 TY01, Aghadrestan, Lisacul, Castlerea, F45 TY01
TO REGISTER https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/RosGoRun20192
Now in it’s sixth year, the Ros Go Run half marathon and 10k road race is an essential part of the running year. Perfectly placed in the calendar to provide a training run for City Marathons, or simply to enjoy run through the quietly dazzling beauty of the Roscommon countryside as it moves from summer to autumn, this event is the ideal way to spend the first Sunday in September.

Ray Flynn Mile
2019-09-03 18:00 - 20:30 | St Mel’s Collage, Longford, Longford, Ireland
The Ray Flynn Mile is organised by Longford Athletic Club to honour its greatest athlete and current Irish mile record holder Ray Flynn.
This year the race will start and finish in St Mel’s College, where Ray’s running career began. The run will take place on a flat loop around the college.
There will be novel teams’ prizes for the quickest company, quickest family and quickest sports club (non-running). Teams must be made up of 3 runners and must be mixed gender. The winners will be the team with the quickest combined time. Where two teams finish with the same combined time the team with the highest combined placing will be declared the winners. There will be individual trophies for first male and female and first male and female under 16.
We will have pacers from 6 minutes down to 12 minutes. We hope to have as many locals as possible out running or walking.
Registration will be available on the day from 6pm to 7pm.
Register at online at https://www.popupraces.ie/race/ray-flynn-mile-2019/

GT5k Dublin
2019-09-04 19:45 - 21:00 | Dublin, Ireland
On Wednesday 4 September, the GT5K series moves to Dublin. Get a team together and take on the Grant Thornton Corporate 5K Team Challenge around Dublin’s iconic docklands.

Knock ME Down Challenge & Knock ME Down MÓR
2019-09-07 08:30 - 15:00 | Newcastle, Co. Tipperary, Newcastle, Tipperary., E91 W324, Ireland
This multi-disciplinary event involves Cycling, Running, (or walking) and Kayaking. As multi-sport events go, this is well suited to anybody with a reasonable level of fitness. The entire course is on well marked roads and forestry tracks so getting lost will not be an issue. The start and finish of the challenge is at the GAA Hall at the GAA field in the village of Newcastle, not too far from the towns of Clonmel and Cahir, Co. Tipperary.

Tour de Bens
2019-09-07 09:30 - 14:00
***Early Bird price until August 23rd!***

The 2019 Tour de Bens takes place in Connemara on Saturday, September 7th.The event, in its third year, has a choice of two routes – 125km and 85km. Both routes start and finish in Clifden. The routes will showcase the beauty of Connemara while always keeping the Twelve Bens mountains in sight.
We all look forward to a wonderful day of sightseeing and safe cycling.

Trooperstown 15km & 8km Trail Race
2019-09-07 10:00 - 14:00 | trooperstown, Trooperstown, Co.Wicklow
Join us on the 7th September for our fourth Trooperstown Trail Race.
You’ll get to enjoy the very best views of the Wicklow Mountains on this stunning route. We follow forest roads and mountain trails as we weave our way through Trooperstown Mountain.
You can choose from a 15km or 8km route.
Trail shoes must be worn
Rain jacket must be carried

Ireland West 3/4 Marathon & 5K
2019-09-07 10:00 - 15:00 | swinford amenity park, Swinford Amenity Park, Swinford, Mayo, F12H593, Ireland
Swinford Athletics Club is delighted to announce their inaugural Ireland West ¾ Marathon and 5K which will take place on Saturday the 7th of September 2019. This fast course is situated in East Mayo passing the iconic Meelick Round Tower, Ballylahan Castle and the beautiful river Moy.
Generous cash prizes. Finisher’s medal and race t-shirt. (3/4 Marathon) Medal (5K)
A great welcome and after race hospitality guaranteed.
Athletics Ireland Permit.

A Day For Edel 2nd Edition
2019-09-07 10:30 - 13:30 | DFTC Pavillion, The Curragh, Kildare, The Curragh, Kildare
The family of the late Edel Slicker are hosting this wonderful event in memory of Edel in the month of her birthday, with all proceeds going to Sensational Kids.
A Day For Edel 2nd Edition
5K 10K & Half Marathon
Saturday 7th September 2019
10.00am – Half Marathon start
11.00 am – 5K, 10K start
The Rugby Club, The Curragh
(DFTC Pavillion)
Chip timed by JustRuns Events
This exciting event is for all the family to enjoy with 3 race distances, the 5k is open to all – runners & walkers
There is also a 3K buggy push (free)
Brian from Fitness4Life will provide a warm up and continue with fun aerobic sessions for the children throughout the duration of the race.
The event promises not to disappoint with water and fueling stations and treats along the race route, a DJ, face painting, hot post-race food.
There is a specially designed event T-shirt for the first 300 registered
medals for all registered participants.

The Lakes 10K
2019-09-07 11:00 - 12:30 | Blessington, Co Wicklow, Baltyboys, Blessington, Wicklow, 18, Ireland
The Lakes 10k around the beautiful Blessington Lakes.
This is a must do race, organised for runners by runners and is limited to 600 entrants.
• AAI permit & accurately measured
• Start time 11am on September 7th 2019
• Roads closed to traffic
• Chip timing
• Cash prizes for overall winners
• T-Shirt for all online entries
• Goodie bags

Mick Murphy Memorial 4 mile Road Race
2019-09-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Ferns, Co. Wexford, Ferns, Wexford
MICK MURPHY MEMORIAL 4 MILE 2019
7th SEPTEMBER, FERNS, CO.WEXFORD
Cash Prizes . Team event.First 200 to enter get A fab bobble hat and a great day out!!
Set your goals and get registering!

Love2run (event for everybody) in aid of the Wicklow Hospice
2019-09-08 09:00 - 15:30
Love2run is an event for everybody.
5,10,15,20miles and full marathon, relay marathon and family 5k all on the same day.Where? Avondale Forest Park, Rathdrum all proceeds go to the Wicklow Hospice. Medal for all. Click here for more information.
https://www.itsplainsailing.com/club/wicklowhospice

Bull Run 2019
2019-09-08 12:00 | St. Anne’s Park, Raheny, Ireland
Join Clontarf Hockey Club for a run around the beautiful St. Anne’s park in Raheny!
This event is open to all – runners, joggers and walkers alike!! Test yourself on this flat, fast 4 mile course or get the family together for a fun day in the great outdoors.
This will be a chip timed event with prizes for the 1st female and 1st male to cross the line.
Proceeds from the race go towards Clontarf Hockey Club’s Pitch Fundraising Campaign.
We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you on the day!
Date: 8th September 2019
Start Time: 12pm
Distance 4 miles (timed)
Cost: €20 pre-register (€25 on the day)
Registration www.bullrun.ie

Scarriff10K
2019-09-08 12:30 - 17:00
Scariff Community Council, in association with Derg Credit Union will host the 11th Annual Scariff 10km RunWalk on Sunday 8th September at 12:30 PM.
All runners and walkers are encouraged to come out on the day, enjoy the exercise, and support these worthy causes. The route will appeal to runners of all levels, representing a stiff test to those seeking a challenge while also boasting the most stunning views of Lough Derg and the surrounding area.
The event has grown from strength to strength each year with ever increasing numbers taking part, attracting over 250 participants last year. Early registrations for this year are already promising to maintain that trend with the welcome addition of international competitors from both the UK & USA.
The route starts in the centre of Scariff town and finishes close at the Rugby grounds where participants will be welcomed with well earned refreshments. Showers and changing facilities will be available in the clubhouse. Cash prizes will be presented for first, second and third places in Male and Female categories for both the 5k & 10K

Fionnuala McCormack 10k & KiloMarathon
2019-09-14 08:00 - 13:00
A lovely run in aid of the Wicklow Hospice. The kilomarathon is perfect for marathon training, a marathon in KM 26.2Km = 16.27 miles. Start and finish at the Beehive Bar and Restaurant exit 18 of the N11.
€30 online for the kilo or €35 on the day
€20 for the 10K €25 on the day
Register on line https://www.itsplainsailing.com/club/wicklowhospice scroll down and choose the 10k and Kilomarathon.
Register online HERE
Fab medal for all participants and t-shirt for the first 250 online registrations.
Race Registration open from 5-8pm in the Beehive on the 13th of September and from 8am on the 14th. Race begins at 9am on the 14th of September.

Quest Lough Derg
2019-09-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Lough Derg
Quest Lough Derg is the latest addition to the Quest Adventure Series. Race around some of Ireland’s most iconic waterways, kayak on majestic Lough Derg and run along the banks of the mighty Shannon. Cycle through country roads, quaint villages and sprawling forests.
For the first time Quest will take place on the banks of Lough Derg on Saturday 14th September 2019. This exciting, brand-new event will see participants start and finish their event in Ballina and run, cycle and kayak their way around Lough Derg taking in locations like Tonn Toinne, Garrykennedy, Ballycuggaran and Moylussa.
There will be three routes to choose from for participants, the 22km ‘Challenge’ route, the 57km ‘Sport’ route and the 69km ‘Expert’ route. There’s a route to suit all levels of ability – by way of a guide for those new to the sport, the level of fitness required to compete in the ‘Challenge’ is similar required to run a 10km race.

Glencar Lough Swim (1k, 3k or 5k)
2019-09-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Glencar Valley, Counties Sligo, Leitrim, Ireland
The Glencar Lough swim takes place in the stunning Glencar Valley which joins counties Sligo and Leitrim. Home to the famous Glencar Lough, Glencar waterfall and Irelands highest waterfall Sruth in Aghaidh an Aird.

This event appeals to all levels, catering for new and experienced open water swimmers. On the day there will be a 5km loop of the lake, a 3km loop and 1 km swim.

***EARLY BIRD OFFER UNTIL END OF JUNE***

All proceeds from the event go to supporting the North West MS Therapy Centre in Sligo.

Dara Fitzpatrick Memorial Run
2019-09-14 10:00
5k Memorial Runway Run for charity on the runway used by Dara for ten years while based with Rescue117 at Waterford Airport.
Come and enjoy a wonderful day! Appropriate for all running levels. The 5km course is flat, fast and set at Waterford Airport and Waterford Airport Business Park. This course is quite flat with no significant change in elevation. Due to time restrictions walkers cannot be accommodated on the course. Strict cut off time of 45 mins tail runner will enforce this. Also due to the fact we will be running on the runway, the course can not accommodate strollers or dogs and runners will not be allowed to bring any items with them airside.

The Medic Half Marathon & 10K Race
2019-09-14 10:00 - 13:30 | Monasterevin
The 2nd Saturday in September every year is International First Aid Day and this year 14th Sept 2019 @ 1000hrs The Irish Red Cross (Kildare Division) invite you to participate in what we think might be Monasterevins’s first half Marathon? & 10K Race
When deciding a location they really chose well, Monasterevin is a fantastic town to run in whether you enjoy the flat surfaces along the canals or maybe the more rustic trails of Moore Abbey woods there really is something for everyone not to mention ease of access off the M7 motor way at Junction 14.
The local division of the Irish Red Cross work tirelessly to look after us all at local runs all year round and we really hope that you all pay it back in spades and support their first International First Aid Day Half Marathon & 1oK Race ” The Medic”.
Bespoke medals for all finishers and post race refreshments.

Derryheen Harvest Run
2019-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Derryheen Church, Butlersbridge, Co Cavan, Derryheen, Butlersbridge, H12 FK25
Taking place close to Butlersbridge, Co Cavan, the event is organised by Derryheen Parish Church in aid of its Restoration Fund and St Christopher’s Hospice, Cavan. The event is now in its 6th year.
20K event starting at 11AM. Suitable for those training for marathon.
10K and 5K starting at 12 noon, suitable for walkers and runners. Registration from 10.45AM.
There are 2 substantial hills in the 10k event in the final 5k. The 1st 5k is flat. There are 3 water stations on the 10K route at 3, 5.9 and 7.4KM. There are 1 KM markers so contestants can keep track of their progress. Entry fees are €15 per adult and €25 per family. There is a clock at the finish line.
There is beautiful countryside on quiet roads on a loop of Lough Inchin on the boundaries of Farnham Estate. The event begins and ends at Derryheen Church.
Registration is at the event from 10.45AM.
There are prizes for 1st man and 1st woman and 1st U16 boy and 1st U16 girl in the 10K. There are prizes for the 1st man and woman in the 5K and 20K.
The event is specially renowned for its refreshments afterwards.

Medieval Marathon
2019-09-14 12:00 - 19:30 | Kilkenny City, Ireland
Start Times:
12pm – Half, Full & 30K
12:30pm – 10K
Kilkenny prepares for battle!
Kilkenny provides the historic backdrop for Ireland’s 4th Medieval Marathon. On September, the 14th 2019, participants will set off from St Francis Bridge (the new bridge) at 1pm. The routes will take in some of the most historic sites in the city before winding out the country roads, making its way back to Kilkenny to finish on The Parade in the heart of the city. The city will also play host to a 30k, half marathon and 10k, with all participants arriving back at The Parade on Saturday evening. All finishers will be rewarded with a bespoke medal and technical t-shirt to celebrate the battle victory!

Inishbofin Swim
2019-09-14 15:00 - 17:30 | Inishbofin Island, Ireland
JOIN US FOR THE FIRST BOFIN SWIM!

Enjoy a refreshing swim in crystal clear waters at Inishbofin’s East End bay, with full safety support, refreshments and join us in the evening a bit of island craic at the after party!
This unique event in aid of Down Syndrome Galway takes place on beautiful Inishbofin Island, situated on Connemara’s stunning Wild Atlantic Way. The island is steeped in history, and is renowned for its traditional music and unspoilt sandy beaches.

DISTANCE

750m / 1 lap
1500m swim / 2 laps

REGISTRATION FEE €60 (EARLY BIRD €50) INCLUDES:

Return ferry crossing
Race entry
Sponsorship pack & tech race tee shirt
Snack & water stops during event
Light refreshments provided after race
BBQ with live music at 7pm on Saturday evening

As this is a charity event, we require all race participants to raise a minimum of €100 sponsorship for Down Syndrome Galway’s speech and language therapy, education and social projects. This charity provides vital services to over 100 children and adults in Galway city and county, and receives no government funding.
https://inishbofinadventures.ie/bofin-swim/

Toddy Moore 10k & 2 Mile Fun Run 2019
2019-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Kilmore Village, Co. Wexford, Kilmore, Wexford
In 2018 Kilmore Athletics Club lost a club legend after the passing of Toddy Moore.
Toddy served as Chairman of Leinster Athletics, was an Honorary Life Vice President of Athletics Ireland, Secretary of Kilmore AC for 42 years, Secretary of Wexford Athletics and President of both Wexford Athletics and Kilmore AC.
Toddy was also an accomplished athlete winning multiple county and Leinster titles. So this year, 2019, we want to rename our annual 10k in honour of Toddy. The race will take place on Saturday September the 14th at 5:30pm, our traditional date starting and finishing in Kilmore Village. 2 Mile Fun Run starts at 5pm. Our main sponsor will be ‘Saltees Fish’ who continue to support us.
This is our MAIN CLUB FUNDRAISER so all support is much appreciated. Please SHARE and help us to spread the word. We really want a great crowd to help us remember a great of athletics!
Cash prizes for 1st 4 individual male and female, 1st and 2nd club teams male and female, 1st junior male and female, 1st and 2nd masters male and female (O40,045,O50) and 1st masters male and female (O55,O60,065).
Race tshirt for first 200 participants.
After the race we will have prize-giving and refreshments in Kilmore!
This race has an AAI Permit. You must be 18 in the year of competition to run the 10k.
Entry link: https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/KilmoreAthleticClubSalteesFish10K2MileFunRun2019?fbclid=IwAR1wltt1ir3Td3eDhdQuwztzdTnLwD17kUgFrXEtFnc-9lD0ASYGvCdoF6A
€15 online entry fee, €20 on the day, €5 entry for 2 Mile Fun Run, on the day only!
www.kilmoreathleticsclub.wordpress.com/toddymoore10k2019

Pawsitive Fitness 5K jog with your dog
2019-09-15 08:00 - 14:30 | Castletown House, Celbridge, Castletown House, Celbridge, Co Kildare, W23 V9H3
Our first ever Pawsitive Fitness canicross race will take place in the wonderful Castletown House & Parklands in Celbridge, Co. Kildare.

Classes will include:

– 5k (men’s and women’s class)

– 2 dog canicross (5k)

– 3k

– Junior (under 17’s)

Huge thanks to our event sponsor Pethamper.ie, Wheelworx Bike & Tri Shop and Fetch Your Pet Needs for coming on board to support this event.

Every entrant will get a goody bag with a gorgeous bespoke event medal and goodies from Fetch Your Pet Needs and Pet Hamper along with much more!

We will have race prizes from each of our sponsors and spot prizes on the day too

We’ll also be having a raffle on the day to raise funds for some of out Pawsitive Fitness gang to go to the International Canicross Championships as part of Team Ireland.

We also have a fab event t-shirt that can be purchased to commemorate the day, so even if you can’t make the event, grab a t-shirt!! €5 from each t-shirt sale will also go to the Team Ireland fund.

Tickets are on sale now, so don’t delay and get your tickets now!!

Leg It for LARCC
2019-09-15 11:30 - 14:00 | Cancer Support Sanctuary LARCC, Coole Road, Multyfarnham, Mullingar
Leg It! for LARCC – 5km Walk / Run In aid of
Cancer Support Sanctuary LARCC On Sunday 15th of September LARCC will host our annual 5km fun walk / run from our grounds in Multyfarnham. Registration from 11.00am. Registration: Adults €15, U18 years €5, 2 Adults & 2 u18 years €30
Start & Finish: LARCC Centre Car Park, Coole Road, Multyfarnham
Event to be timed and is AAI sanctioned.

Rathangan Runners Road Race 5K & 5Mile
2019-09-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Rathangan Community Centre, Rathangan, Co. Kildare
Rathangan Runners bring you this fantastic 5k & 5 mile event
A fast and flat course so very possible to get that sought after PB
Prizes – 1st & 2nd Male and Female in Both Races – 1st Male & Female Juvenille (U16) in 5K
Medals for all participants
Chip timed by JustRuns Events
Barbecue afterwards
Ticket prices will increase on the day of the race
