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MTC Gancanagh
Clifden, Ireland
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
83 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
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Running Calendar Races in County Galway: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 22 races in Races in County Galway with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions22Races & courses
Distances10 - 83 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,614 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Portumna Forest Marathon
Portumna, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
50 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Gaelforce sky run
Clifden, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
24.5 km13 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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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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Great Limerick Run
Limerick, Ireland
May 2, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunRelay+2
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Dublin City Half Marathon
Dublin, Ireland
May 2, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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MTC Pooka
Schull, Ireland
May 7, 2027Date confirmed
61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
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MTC Leprechaun
Glengarriff, Ireland
May 8, 2027Date confirmed
69 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | MTC Gancanagh | Clifden, County Galway, IE | Road Running | 83 km |
| May 2, 2027 | Great Limerick Run | Limerick, County Limerick, IE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| May 2, 2027 | Dublin City Half Marathon | Dublin, County Dublin, IE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| May 7, 2027 | MTC Pooka | Schull, Munster, IE | Road Running | 61 km |
| May 8, 2027 | MTC Leprechaun | Glengarriff, Munster, IE | Road Running | 69 km |
| May 9, 2027 | MTC Macha | Killarney, Kerry, IE | Road Running | 76 km |
| May 10, 2027 | MTC Shamrock | Ballybunion, Munster, IE | Road Running | 80 km |
| May 11, 2027 | MTC BANSHEE | Limerick, County Limerick, IE | Road Running | 71 km |
| May 12, 2027 | MTC Dullahan | Spanish Point, Munster, IE | Road Running | 74 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Portumna Forest Marathon | Portumna, County Galway, IE | Road Running | 50 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Gaelforce sky run | Clifden, County Galway, IE | Trail Running | 24.5 km13 km12 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Connemara Marathon | Maam Cross, Connacht, IE | Road Running | 63 km42.2 km21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in County Galway (Ireland, County Galway) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 22 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Clifden, Portumna, Maam Cross, and Limerick. Notable events in the selection include MTC Gancanagh, Portumna Forest Marathon, and Gaelforce sky run.
Race distances span from 10 km to 83 km, reaching up to +1,614 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in County Galway 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 County Galway?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 22 individual races in Races in County Galway. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include MTC Gancanagh, Portumna Forest Marathon, and Gaelforce sky run.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in County Galway?
Events in Races in County Galway focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 10 km entry-level races up to 83 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Clifden, Portumna, Maam Cross, and Limerick.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in County Galway?
The most selective courses in Races in County Galway climb up to +1,614 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 County Galway?
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.