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Connemara Marathon
Maam Cross, Ireland
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
63 km42.2 km21.1 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+2
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Running Calendar Races in Connacht: Races, Trails & Competitions
6 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 12 races in Races in Connacht with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events64 confirmed dates
Competitions12Races & courses
Distances10 - 153 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,683 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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MTC Ollipheist
Galway, Ireland
May 14, 2027Date confirmed
93 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road
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MTC Abhartach
Westport, Ireland
May 16, 2027Date confirmed
74 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds
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MTC Balor
Tubbercurry, Ireland
May 17, 2027Date confirmed
75 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
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UCI Gran Fondo Ireland
Sligo, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
153 km112 km25 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Ticketautomat · CC BY-SA 2.5 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Run Galway Bay Marathon & Half Marathon
Galway, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Connemara Marathon | Maam Cross, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 63 km42.2 km21.1 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2027 | MTC Ollipheist | Galway, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 93 km |
| May 16, 2027 | MTC Abhartach | Westport, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 74 km |
| May 17, 2027 | MTC Balor | Tubbercurry, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 75 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | UCI Gran Fondo Ireland | Sligo, Connacht, IE | Road Cycling | 153 km112 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Run Galway Bay Marathon & Half Marathon | Galway, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Connacht (Ireland, Connacht) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 12 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Maam Cross, Galway, Westport, and Tubbercurry. Notable events in the selection include Connemara Marathon, MTC Ollipheist, and MTC Abhartach.
Race distances span from 10 km to 153 km, reaching up to +1,683 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Connacht includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Connacht?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 12 individual races in Races in Connacht. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Connemara Marathon, MTC Ollipheist, and MTC Abhartach.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Connacht?
Events in Races in Connacht focus on Road Running and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 10 km entry-level races up to 153 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Maam Cross, Galway, Westport, and Tubbercurry.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Connacht?
The most selective courses in Races in Connacht climb up to +1,683 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Connacht?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.