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MTC Pooka
Schull, Ireland
May 7, 2027Date confirmed
61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
IERegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Munster: Races, Trails & Competitions
8 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 17 races in Races in Munster with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events85 confirmed dates
Competitions17Races & courses
Distances5 - 150 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,621 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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MTC Leprechaun
Glengarriff, Ireland
May 8, 2027Date confirmed
69 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+1
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MTC Shamrock
Ballybunion, Ireland
May 10, 2027Date confirmed
80 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast
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MTC Dullahan
Spanish Point, Ireland
May 12, 2027Date confirmed
74 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast
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MTC ENBARR
Ballyvaghan, Ireland
May 13, 2027Date confirmed
58 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Tralee Half Marathon
Tralee, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km64.37 km50 km42.2 km+4
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
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Dingle Marathon
Dingle, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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The Ireland Stage
Carrick-on-Suir, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
150 km100 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 10, 2027 | MTC Shamrock | Ballybunion, Munster, IE | Road Running | 80 km |
| May 12, 2027 | MTC Dullahan | Spanish Point, Munster, IE | Road Running | 74 km |
| May 13, 2027 | MTC ENBARR | Ballyvaghan, Munster, IE | Road Running | 58 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Tralee Half Marathon | Tralee, Munster, IE | Road Running | 100 km64.37 km50 km42.2 km |
| Date to be announced | Dingle Marathon | Dingle, Munster, IE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | The Ireland Stage | Carrick-on-Suir, Munster, IE | Road Cycling | 150 km100 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Munster (Ireland, Munster) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 8 public events and 17 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Schull, Glengarriff, Ballybunion, and Spanish Point. Notable events in the selection include MTC Pooka, MTC Leprechaun, and MTC Shamrock.
Race distances span from 5 km to 150 km, reaching up to +1,621 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Munster 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 Munster?
RunningCompass currently lists 8 verified events with 17 individual races in Races in Munster. A total of 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include MTC Pooka, MTC Leprechaun, and MTC Shamrock.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Munster?
Events in Races in Munster focus on Road Running and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 150 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Schull, Glengarriff, Ballybunion, and Spanish Point.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Munster?
The most selective courses in Races in Munster climb up to +1,621 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 Munster?
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.