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Kilkenny Medieval Marathon
Kilkenny, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km30 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+1
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Running Calendar Races in Leinster: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 23 races in Races in Leinster with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions23Races & courses
Distances10 - 80 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+360 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Longford Marathon
Longford, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
63.42 km42.2 km21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
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Dundalk Half Marathon & 10k
Dundalk, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
City RunFestive
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Bord na Mona Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon
Tullamore, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
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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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Kilkenny Medieval Marathon | Kilkenny, Leinster, IE | Road Running | 42.2 km30 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Longford Marathon | Longford, Leinster, IE | Road Running | 63.42 km42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Dundalk Half Marathon & 10k | Dundalk, Leinster, IE | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Bord na Mona Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon | Tullamore, Leinster, IE | Road Running | 21.1 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 |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Leinster (Ireland, Leinster) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 23 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. Key host locations include Kilkenny, Longford, Dundalk, and Tullamore. Notable events in the selection include Kilkenny Medieval Marathon, Longford Marathon, and Dundalk Half Marathon & 10k.
Race distances span from 10 km to 80 km, reaching up to +360 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Leinster 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 Leinster?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 23 individual races in Races in Leinster. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kilkenny Medieval Marathon, Longford Marathon, and Dundalk Half Marathon & 10k.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Leinster?
Events in Races in Leinster focus on Road Running. Course distances range from 10 km entry-level races up to 80 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kilkenny, Longford, Dundalk, and Tullamore.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Leinster?
The most selective courses in Races in Leinster climb up to +360 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 Leinster?
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.