Five Irish marathon races still taking sign-ups for 2025
There is a vast array of marathons still to take place across Ireland this year, many you may not have even heard of!
If you're looking for a challenge, whether that's the whole marathon or a half or mini marathon, there is likely something to cater you wherever you are in the country. Pic: Ian Walton for London Marathon Events/REX/Shutterstock
Here is just five marathons taking place in the coming weeks and months…
The 18th annual Clare Burren Marathon Challenge takes place on Saturday, May 24 from 9am in front of the beautiful Ballyvaughan sea front.
Distances for the runs are full marathon; half marathon and 10km mini marathon, which includes a reduced price for under 16s.
Get your tickets here. Pic: Getty Images
The Portumna Forest Marathon takes place on Saturday, June 7 and is the beautiful location is the perfect race track to help keep you calm and collected during your run.
The run features a 10k distance, half-marathon distance and full-marathon distance. Those looking to go the extra mile (or 5!) can sign up for the 50k Ultra marathon.
Tickets available here. Pic: Getty Images
The Tullaroan Festival of Running is a family-friendly event which has five race distances and takes place next month on Saturday, May 31.
The Kilkenny-based athletics club has been hosting their annual race day which features a 5k and 10k race as well as the half marathon and full marathon.
The fifth race for those looking to push themselves even further is the 39.3 mile Ultra-Marathon.
Tickets for all races are still available to buy here.
The Belfast City Marathon also takes place on Sunday, May 4 with shorter options such as half-marathon; eight-mile walk and 5k run. The full marathon is fully booked, however there are still half-marathon and eight-mile walk tickets available here.
The Hardman Gap of Dunloe Full Marathon & 10-mile race takes place on Sunday, November 16 with runners taking in the beautiful Killarney views during their race.
The course can be quite hilly with organisers advising: 'what goes up must also come down.'
Registration is still open here.
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