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Galway Resolution Run
2020-01-01 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin)
The Resolution Run 2020 is a fast and flat 5K road race that takes place New Years Day 1st January 2020, at 11.00 in Galway City Centre. The course routes through the City Centre, from the Claddagh, passing Wolfe Tone Bridge , Merchants Road and the Docks, and routing back out to Grattan Road and the Prom before a fast finish along South park into the finish at Nimmos Pier. The route passes most of the city’s famous landmarks along the way. The race is AAI certified and there is a superb souvenir gift for all entrants, Race HQ is Claddagh Hall at South Park, Galway and race start is beside the park.
Event Details and Schedule
The race starts promptly at 11am at South Park. Race number pick-up is in the Claddagh Hall located right by the start line between 9.30am and 10.45am on the morning of the race. Some entries allowed on the day however the race is limited to 400 entries. All entrants will receive a souvenir gift, refreshments after and an official chip time .
The race is AAI certified and has been officially measured . All participants will have an official timed by Red Tag Timing. Individual results will be sent out via text and all results will be available on Facebook and www.redtagtiming.com shortly after the race finish.
The route is suitable for runners and walkers of all abilities. It is a very flat and fast course Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Male and Female Senior , V40, and V50
There will be teas, coffees and snacks available for all participants in The Claddagh Hall after the race. Presentation of prizes will take place at 12.15 pm.
Please note that there will be no changing facilities or showers available. Roads will not be closed for the event, however there will be either marshals or Guards at all junctions to ensure your safety!.
Please note prior to entry that the race is aimed at runners, that Over 16s only can enter and that the course will be marshalled for 45 minutes ( 11 am to 11.45 am) , and that these entry conditions are necessary for safety and logistics reasons .

60k in 60 Days Virtual Challenge
2020-01-01 08:00 - 2020-02-29 17:00
LEAP into 2020 with this exciting 60 kms in 60-day personal challenge for The Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland.
We CARE for 20 families from all over Ireland every night, and support them whilst their child is seriously ill in Crumlin Children’s Hospital, Dublin 12. We provide a ‘home away from home’ on the grounds of the hospital, keeping families close to their sick child and also to each other. It costs the Charity €60.00 per night to CARE for each family, ensuring they have somewhere to feel safe and secure whilst dealing with their sick child.
We want you to LEAP into 2020 and help us to CARE for our families by signing up, stepping out and challenging yourself to 60km in 60 days. From 1st January to 29th February, you can walk, run or cycle to complete your 60km, showing your support and CARE for our families and their sick children.
Each time you go out, save your kilometres until you have hit your 60km target and send in the evidence to Irish Bling Hunters Facebook page or Irishblinghunters@gmail.com to claim your medal and completion certificate.
Register for the Challenge HERE

Tri Talking Sport January Challenge
2020-01-01 08:00 - 2020-01-16 17:00
Ready to tackle the new year and new decade with some focus on your fitness all while having fun and being supported by like minded people?
Look no further, the Tri Talking Sport 15 hour January Fitness Challenge is live and kicking and is a great way to be encouraged and stay accountable with your fitness goals during the month of January.
The Challenge
Commit to completing just 15 hours of physical activity from 1st – 31st January. Ideally, this would be one hour of activity per day spread out over 15 days, however, this is more about completion than competition so participants can decide to complete the challenge over a variety of durations ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours.
The key is setting aside the time to complete the activity and take some time out to create a new habit of incorporating physical activity into your daily and weekly routines.
Participants select their physical activity of choice and complete a tracker to keep account of their activity. The reward for the challenge is in its completion and personal satisfaction, however, those who embrace and complete the challenge will have access to a variety of prizes and exclusive discounts across a number of events and products.
Staying Focused
This challenge offers the opportunity to set some realistic goals this January and have fun whilst looking after your mind, body and soul as you set out with your 2020 fitness resolutions.
Whether you have plans to run a 5k, tackle a triathlon, complete a cycling sportive for the first time or climb a mountain in the coming year, focus, dedication and consistency will help you achieve your goal. This challenge is a lovely route to retaining or gaining fitness at the start of 2020 regardless of your overall fitness resolutions and goals for the year ahead.
Register for the challenge HERE

Christmas Cracker 5k
2019-12-29 12:00 - 17:00 | Lees road, Ennis
A festive 5k held in Lees road, Ennis on Christmas week. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome.
Fancy dress is optional
There will be a custom designed medal for all finishers!!
Entries will also be taken on the day from 10-11.30am.
A fun filled afternoon is promised so save the date Sunday 29th December at 12pm sharp.
Price: €10 per adult, €5 per child
Separate family ticket for families: 2 adults and 2 kids(or groups of 4) for €25
Register HERE

Mooreabbey Milers Mile Challenge
2019-12-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Galbally, Co. Limerick
Test your speed over the classic mile distance or run with the family. Can you break the elusive 4 minute mile, it can be done on this fast, flat race in the village of Galbally, Co. Limerick, €100 cash bonus if you do! Cash prize for the top 3 men & women, cash bonus if the course records are broken: 4.19 men’s record & 5.18 female record. We have added a team challenge this year, 3 members per team (mixed) to be declared at registration. The fastest combined time will be crowned the first ever Mile Challenge Champions & will be presented with a perpetual shield. Cash prize for 1st junior boy & girl, category prizes, spot prizes galore! We’ll have a medal for the kids that cross the line & a prize for the first parent & buggy baby over the line. Delicious goodies & refreshments in the community centre afterwards. €8 per runner, €5 per walker, €10 per family walking. Registration in the community centre from 1.30pm to 2.30pm.

Run Off The Pudding
2019-12-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Tullaroan Co Kilkenny, Tullaroan, Kilkenny
28th December 2018 12noon
Tullaroan Athletics Club Annual
Run Off The Pudding 5K and 10K
10k €20, 5K €10 with chiptiming, bespoke medal, shower facilities, light refreshments served after your run/walk First 50 to sign online get a tec-top

Ardagh 10 Mile Challenge
2019-12-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Ardagh, County Longford
The annual Ardagh 10 Mile Challenge takes place on a scenic, point-to-point course during the peak of Winter. The first two miles of the course brings you on the scenic route around the village before you head up over the mountain, the last half mile has you once again running through the historic and award winning village of Ardagh to finish at the village green.

Event Details and Schedule
Our annual 10 Mile Challenge Run takes place on Saturday 28th of December in Ardagh.

Chip Timing
All entrants in both the 10 Mile Challenge and the 5K Fun Run will be chip timed. Results will be available online on our Facebook Page shortly after completion of the race.

Medal
Every entrant on completion of the 10 Mile Challenge and 5km chipped race will receive a specially commissioned medal.

Prizes
For the 10 mile Challenge
Prize money this year for the first three ladies AND the first three gentlemen over the finish line.
1st €100, 2nd €75 and 3rd €50

Trophies for the first Man and Woman in the 10 mile
O/40, 0/50 and O60

10 mile Course Record Bonus €100
1st Man to break 55 minutes
1st Woman to break 60 minutes

For the 5k Run
Trophies for the first three ladies and gentlemen over the finish line.
Trophies for the first three boys and girls under 16 on the day of the race over the finish line.

This event raises funds for Ardagh Moydow Glen Community Games. All money raised goes towards providing community games activities for Children in our Parish.
10 Mile Registration online up to and including 23rd December will be €20*. Entry fee on the day will be €25.
5k Registraition available online also – €15* for chipped timed registration with a finisher medal and €5* for non chip timed entry and no medal.
*excludes online booking fee
Thank you for your support.

Fat Turkey Run
2019-12-28 11:00 - 14:00
Fat Turkey Run – 10 Year Anniversary

2019 Online Entry is now OPEN.

Event Sponsor: This year the event is sponsored by MKN Property Group who are an award winning property development, investment and construction company with over 20 years experience in the acquisition, design, construction and management of numerous residential and commercial projects.
Who: Runners, Joggers, Slow, Fast, Small and Large, all are welcome
When: Saturday 28 December 2019 @ 11.00.
How: Enter Online Now
Price: €24 (+reg fee) Includes a technical ‘turkey’ running tee-shirt
Details: 2019 will be the 10th Fat Turkey RUN.
This event sells out each year so if you want to guarantee a goodie bag and T-shirt, please sign up online.
The Run will start outside St Fintans Church @11.00. Registration will be in Suttonians RFC from 09.30.
The Fat Turkey 10km event is to support Suttonians Rugby Football Club (established in 1924) and the IRFU Charitable Trust (Irish Rugby Football Union Charitable Trust was formed in 1978 to assist severely injured rugby players in their everyday lives, and help to restore their confidence and independence).
The scenic route is a challenging 10km course, commencing at St Fintans Church, Sutton, going all the way up Carrickbrack Road, right at the Summit Shop, right again onto Baily Green Road and up to the Summit Car Park (turnaround and aid/water station) and then back down on the same route.
Participant Sign In, race number, timing chip & T-shirt can be collected from 09.30 in Suttonians RFC opposite Sutton Dart Station where parking, changing and shower facilities are available.
Sign In will close at 10.30 followed by a 5-10 mins safety / event briefing. Participants will then take a short walk/jog to St Fintans Church car park which is the start location. The finish line will be on the grass verge opposite St Fintans Church. The race will begin at 11.00 sharp.
On completion of the race participants will jog/walk through Sutton cross to Suttonians R.F.C (approx 500 yards) where changing facilities and tea/coffee, biscuits and full bar will be available. Prize giving will take place at the club.
Cost €24 + Reg Fee. The Fat Turkey Event is a fun filled morning that has been an enormous success over the last number of years.
Email: fatturkeyrun@gmail.com

Burren Charity Challenge 2019
2019-12-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare, The Pier, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare
Celebrating the 20th year of this amazing event, there is something for everyone in the Burren Charity Challenge set in the idyllic village of Ballyvaughan, Co Clare. You can run or walk 5km or 10km, you can cycle 40km or you can do both in our Duathalon all in aid of charity and to work off that Christmas pudding! Make a night or a weekend of it and stay to sample our great village hospitality and craic over the Christmas period.
We will have commemorative technical T-shirts for the first 200 to register on the day!!….and incredibly tasty soup and sandwiches afterwards by a roaring fire along with medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in all categories (Adult and Junior)
Registration: MONKS by the Pier in Ballyvaughan (Eircode H91 W9TN ) from 11.00-12.30pm sharp. Events starting @ 1.00pm.
Bigí linn for our family day out. All proceeds go to the Ballyvaughan Playground Association in aid of the development and maintenance of the new village Playground.

Mount Leinster Rangers GAA - Annual Xmas 5k Fun Run
2019-12-27 13:00 - 14:30 | MLR GAA Grounds, Borris, Carlow
Our 7th year running this event which always attracts large numbers. Last year we had a large turn-out once again with over 150 participants. Proceeds from the event will be used to further develop the GAA and camogie clubs. The event will start at the MLR club-house and pass under the historic Borris viaduct. This should be a great day out for families.
Walkers and runners at all levels – buggies and dogs on lead all welcome.
Awards ceremony will take place directly after the event with category prizes available. Post-race refreshments and food in the club-house.
Registration from 11.30 at the Club-house. Please arrive early to collect race numbers and pins.
Entry fees
U18 – €5
Adults – €10
OAPs – €5
Family – €25 ( 2 adults and more than 1 child )

10k and 5k St Stephen's Day Run, Castletown
2019-12-26 14:00 | The Golden Anchor , Castletown, Castletown, Gorey, Wexford, Y25 K16, Ireland
10km and 5km CHARITY RUN
ST STEPHEN’S DAY
FROM THE GOLDEN ANCHOR CASTLETOWN Y25 K316
WALK STARTS AT 1PM
RUN STARTS AT 2PM
PRIZES FOR ALL AGE CATEGORIES
REFRESHMENTS SERVED
CONTACT 086 – 0686428
ADULTS €10 PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN €5
WALK , JOG OR RUN . BUGGY FRIENDLY ROAD RACE , WITH STUNNING COASTAL VIEWS ON 5k ROUTE

Shane Brennan 5k
2019-12-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Newtownforbes, Longford, Newtownforbes, Longford, Ireland
5k run/jog/walk Newtownforbes 1pm 26th December

Turkey Trot 7K & 10K
2019-12-26 12:30 - 14:30 | Arva, Cavan, Arva, Cavan, Ireland
Run off the excess Turkey & Ham this St. Stephens’ Day!! 10k & 7k routes for all abilities… get out to the fresh air for the afternoon!!
Refreshments served afterwards. registration from 11am.
Donations welcome on the day.

Fields of Athenry 10K
2019-12-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Athenry, Galway, Athenry, Galway, Ireland
The 18th Fields of Athenry 10km takes place on St. Stephen’s Day, December 26th at 11am. Over the last number of years this has become one of the leading road races in the country, and we aim to continue to improve the event. The race will be held on its traditional route, finishing under the medieval arch in Athenry. Last year we had over 1100 finishers and two course records, with men’s champion and Irish Olympian Mick Clohisey of Raheny Shamrock AC taking top honours in the men’s race for the seventh year in a row, while Laura Shaughnessy took her second win in the race having also won in 2016.

Enter now HERE

West Sligo Fun Run
2019-12-26 11:00 - 13:00
West Sligo run starts in Dromore West village go out Easky Coast Rd through some lovely scenic country roads lovely views of ox mountains. rivers, windmills flat course over a lovely bridge finishes along a beautiful river through lovely woods, over some foot bridges and finishes in our modern community centre where refreshments will be served and prizes will be presented
All walkers start from community at @ 11.00 sharp, all runners start from petrol station @ 11.30, the course is info flat some minor inclines and declines.
10k finishes through woods for 1k then on to community centre, plenty parking on streets and village and Community Centra grounds, race numbers on reg please wear suitable attire.

Pieta House Wren Run 3km & 6km (Walk, Jog, Run)
2019-12-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Pieta House Wren Run 3&6km, Woodford, Co. Galway, H62 XW18, Ireland
REGISTER TO SUPPORT OR TAKE PART – SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE SO YOU CAN WIN AMAZING PRIZES LIKE A CONSULTATION WITH DERMOT BANNON, SUPERVALU VOUCHER, HOTEL GETAWAYS PLUS LOADS MORE..
FOR MORE INFO, VISIT: WWW.PIETAHOUSEWRENRUN.IE
The Pieta House Wren Run is back for its fourth year on 26th December in Woodford, Co. Galway @11am.
Course Profile: 3km (tarmac surface) & 6km (tarmac and forest trail) Routes – All ages, levels & abilities welcome! (Dog and buggy friendly)
Location: Woodford Community Field, Woodford, Co. Galway
All proceeds split 50:50 between Pieta House and local community groups in East Galway. Our beneficiaries for 2019 are Davitts Camogie Club & Tommy Larkins GAA Club who are using their proceeds to invest in social wellbeing initiatives/ facilities to benefit the young and old of their communities.
T&Cs Apply

Streets of Wicklow 5km
2019-12-26 11:00 - 12:00 | East Glendalough School – Station Road Wicklow, Station Road, Wicklow
Ever popular Streets of Wicklow 5km is on at 11:00 am St. Stephens Day 26th of December. This fast course offers cash prizes first 5 men and women in, category prizes and €100 for the Fastes Family across the line (2 parents & 2 kids to score)
To register on-line click on https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/StreetsofWicklow2019
Entries will be taken on the day, and non-chipped walking registration also available €10

Ardagh 5K Fun Run
2019-12-26 10:30 - 15:00 | Ardagh, Mayo, Ardagh, Mayo, Ireland
Our annual fundraiser is almost here, prizes for adults, locals and underage. Registration at Ardagh Community centre from 10.30AM, race starts at 12 Noon SHARP.

Cavan Christmas Dash 5K
2019-12-26 10:30 - 13:00 | The Farnham Arms Hotel, The Farnham Arms Hotel, Cavan, H12 Y6E4, Ireland
9th Annual Cavan Christmas Dash 5K Run – Jog – Walk
Get your St. Stephen’s day off to a cracking start and join us Thursday morning (26th!) in Cavan Town.
Registration on the day will commence at 10:30am at The Farnham Arms Hotel and close at 11:45am.
Those pre-registered online can pick up their number at the pre-registration desk.
The race will start at 12 noon sharp.
Register online or see registration fees on the day below:
Individual Entry – €15 (Kids under 16 – €8)
Family – Two Adults & Two Kids under 16 – €45
Family of Four Adults – €50
For more visit – www.cavanchristmasdash.ie

Ballina Santa Run4Fun
2019-12-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Ballina Town, Ballina, Mayo, Ireland
Annual Fundraiser for River Moy Search & Rescue.
Family Fun 5k and kids 1.5k run.
Medals for first 200 registered participants on the day.
22nd December 2019 – Belleek Woods – run starts @ 11am from Ballina Town Soccer Club.

Duhallow A.C Newmarket 5k
2019-12-15 13:00 - 15:30 | safaris nightclub, Newmarket, Newmarket
Enter now @ https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/Newmarket5k

500 PLACES AVAILABLE
PB EVENT
ONE OF IRELAND’S FASTEST 5K’S
ATTRACTS TOP IRISH ATHLETES

5K Run & Walk for Kids' Growth
2019-12-14 15:00 - 20:00 | Griffith Park – Pettigrew, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, United States
Be part of a GROWing solution and help increase awareness of childhood growth disorders and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

The 5K Run & Walk for Kids’ Growth will include vendors, live entertainment, raffles, food, fun, and so much more!

All ages and all walks of life are encouraged to participate. Each runner receives a Finisher Medal. Both runners and walkers will receive a T-shirt, food, and refreshments.

To REGISTER, visit RunWalkforKidsGrowth.org

8km Turkey Run
2019-12-14 11:00 - 14:30 | Devil’s Glen, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, Wicklow
Come along to Irish Trail Races 2nd Turkey Run!
Set in Devil’s Glen, it’s a cracker of a race. With prizes for the best dressed and most original “turkey”! We have a great race lined up on our 8km route with plenty of “little” hills and many twists and turns.
You will be rewarded with mulled wine and mince pies post race.
This is one not to be missed. The route it fully marked and very easy to follow. It is timed and prizes will be awarded to 1st / 2nd Male and Female.
Trail shoes and rain jackets are recommended ….even if dressed as a turkey!

Aware Christmas Run
2019-12-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Phoenix Park, Dublin, Dublin, Dublin 8
Aware Christmas Run 5K and 10K
Dec 14th at 10.00am to 2.00pm
Register HERE

Claregalway 5K Jingle Bells Fun Run and Walk
2019-12-08 11:00 | Claregalway, Co. Galway, Claregalway, Co. Galway, H91 D635
Claregalway 5K Jingle Bells Fun-run and Walk Sunday 8th December @11am. Entry Fee €10.
Main Sponsor: ProAir Heat Recovery Ventilation Systems
Number Pickup and Late Registration in Claregalway Community Centre between 9.30am and 10.45am.
Start and Finish near Community Centre. Refreshments afterwards in Community Centre.
At 12 noon there will be a 1K fun run for juveniles under 10s and under 12s – entry fee €5
Raising funds for Clare River Harriers A.C. and Claregalway Handball Club.
Direct link to online entries on www.clareriverharriers.com

Belleek Woods 10km
2019-12-01 12:00 - 17:00
The Belleek Woods, Ballina 10km continues to grow every year and is a very popular 10K in the west.
Those that have run the Dublin City Marathon love to come out and test their 10k times on this fast and scenic course. The last two miles are downhill and go through the wonderful woodlands of Belleek Forest Park.
The event takes place on Sunday, December 1st at 12:00pm. Registration: Ballina Soccer Club.
Race Start: Stone Archway (Besides Ballina Athletic Club) with the finish at Ballina Soccer Club.
A perfect course to run a PB.
Chip Timed race.
AAI Certified.
Entry fee €15.00.
Beanie cap for the first 150 entrants.

Cash prizes for 1st 2nd and 3rd Male & Female., and 1st prize for both Male and Female in over 40, 50 and 60 category. Changing and shower facilities are available at the soccer club, with refreshment served afterwards

Santa Dash Dublin 5k and 10k
2019-12-01 10:30 - 15:00 | Dublin, Ireland
5K or 10K, Free Santa Suits, Big Custom Medals, Santa in his Igloo, Tea & Snacks Afterwards.

12 Days of Christmas Challenge
2019-12-01 08:00 - 2019-12-25 17:00
The 12 Days of Christmas Challenge is back for 2019!
Christmas is fast approaching and with it the many party invitations and distracting opportunities to let your fitness decrease and your waistline increase during the silly season. But fear not, if you need some inspiration, motivation or just some accountability to get you moving this December you can sign up now to the Tri Talking Sport 12 Days of Christmas Challenge.
The concept is a simple one, commit to completing 12 hours of physical activity over the festive period from December 1st– 25th. Ideally this would be one hour of activity per day for 12 days, however, this is more about challenge completion than competition so participants can decide to complete the challenge over a variety of durations from 30 minutes to 2 hour sessions.
Participants can select any form of physical activity of choice; yoga, pilates, running, swimming, cycling, walking, hiking, jogging, gym class or any other activity that gets you moving, puts a smile on your face and gets the blood rushing through your veins. This is a fun challenge to encourage people to get moving over the festive period. With so much going on, as always in the lead up to Christmas, there are plenty of excuses and reasons not to stay motivated to exercise over the next few weeks. This challenge provides the incentive to get an hour of exercise completed on at least 12 days between now and Christmas Day, taking time out to enjoy the session either on your own or with fellow challengers.
The reward for the challenge is in the completion and personal satisfaction, however there will be a number of presents and treats up for grabs from Santa’s Sleigh as an incentive for participants to engage in the challenge fully. Register for the challenge HERE

Joe Duffy BMW Clontarf Half Marathon and 5 mile
2019-11-30 10:00 - 17:00
Welcome to Joe Duffy BMW Clontarf half marathon and 5 mile. This is Ireland’s flattest half marathon and flattest 5 mile. It takes place in the scenic setting of Clontarf Promenade and Bull Island with views of Howth Head and Dublin bay. The race is contained within an off road promenade and Bull Island giving it unique and relaxing appeal.
Both races are open to runners/ joggers and walkers. The flat terrain makes it an ideal race to aim for a PB. The half marathon has pacers to help you achieve your Goal. The 5 mile is all on hard surfaced ground.
Back with a bang after the Sell Out success of July 2019. We have gone with the same formula which attracted 3,000 walkers, joggers and runners to this flat course in July. It certainly has the big race atmosphere! Medals and goodies await you at our unique finish line.
This is an annual SELL OUT race. Don’t leave it too late to enter
MEDALS: We will have a new medal for 2019.
Run, Jog or Walk (we have a dedicated walking section) but don’t miss out on the Ápres Marathon race of 2019. Annual SELL OUT event. Places are limited. Enter now to avoid disappointment.
Go out, be active, and most of all enjoy!
The Clontarf Half Marathon & 5 mile team

Castleblayney SuperValu 5km Road Race
2019-11-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Castleblayney, Monaghan, Castleblayney, Monaghan, Ireland
The 9th running of the Castleblayney SuperValue 5km road race. AAI certified and approved the course which is run on closed roads and is on the same fast course as the previous year.
The race will commence at 2pm sharp with registration online at €10 or on the day for €15.
U14 2k Juvenile Race at 1pm for €5 entry on the day with all receiving finishers medals.
The race is chip timed and attracts a large field every year with plenty of potential for a PB.
All finishers will receive a medal with category prizes for male and female in a number of categories.
Refreshments and presentation will take place afterwards in The Glencarn Hotel, a short distance from the finish. Plenty of parking near registration and will be signposted on the day
