Breffni Challenge

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2026

Breffni Challenge 2026 in Cavan marks the 25th Breffni 3 Province Challenge with cycling and running distances from 5 km to 100 km. Redesigned bespoke shirts and medals are featured and proceeds support three cancer charities.

Sat 1 Aug 2026

Cavan,

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10k Half Marathon 50k Cycle

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Breffni Challenge 2026

Breffni Challenge 2026 takes place in Cavan on Saturday 1st August. The event marks the 25th year of the Breffni 3 Province Challenge and includes a programme of cycling and running distances. Bespoke t-shirts and medals have been redesigned for this edition.

The event supports three cancer charities: Friends of St. Luke's Oncology, National Breast Cancer Research Institute Galway, and the Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care Fund.

Distances and event types include:

100 km cycle
50 km cycle
30 km cycle
Half marathon
10 km run
7 km run
5 km run

Finishers receive a bespoke medal. Complimentary tea, coffee, sandwiches and other refreshments are provided for participants. Live music is scheduled on the Market Square, and a four course buffet dinner is available at the Breffni Arms Hotel. Evening entertainment is noted to include live music across pubs in town. Accommodation is available locally. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

7 km

5 km

50k Cycle

30k Cycle

100k Cycle