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MTC Carman
Bundoran, Ireland
May 18, 2027Date confirmed
61 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Running Calendar Races in Ulster: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 17 races in Races in Ulster with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions17Races & courses
Distances10 - 80 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+360 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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MTC Bodach
Ballybofey, Ireland
May 19, 2027Date confirmed
61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
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MTC Aibell
Malin, Ireland
May 20, 2027Date confirmed
43 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road
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Donegal Half Marathon
Donegal, Ireland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+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
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2027 | MTC Carman | Bundoran, Ulster Province, IE | Road Running | 61 km |
| May 19, 2027 | MTC Bodach | Ballybofey, Ulster Province, IE | Road Running | 61 km |
| May 20, 2027 | MTC Aibell | Malin, Ulster Province, IE | Road Running | 43 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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Donegal Half Marathon | Donegal, Ulster Province, 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Ulster (Ireland, Ulster) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 17 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. Key host locations include Bundoran, Ballybofey, Malin, and Donegal. Notable events in the selection include MTC Carman, MTC Bodach, and MTC Aibell.
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 Ulster 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 Ulster?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 17 individual races in Races in Ulster. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include MTC Carman, MTC Bodach, and MTC Aibell.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Ulster?
Events in Races in Ulster 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 Bundoran, Ballybofey, Malin, and Donegal.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Ulster?
The most selective courses in Races in Ulster 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 Ulster?
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.