Great Limerick Run
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Event overview
The Regeneron Great Limerick Run takes place in early May 2026, with the main event on Sunday 3 May 2026. The event is described as the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. Organisers reported over 16,000 race entrants in 2025. An economic and social impact report commissioned by Limerick City Council found that 49% of respondents said the event was the main reason they started physical exercise.
Races and participation
The event program includes several race formats:
- Full Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 6 Mile
- Marathon Relay
- Kids Fun Run
Route maps are available for the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 6-Mile races.
Kids Fun Run and community features
The Kids Fun Run is scheduled for Saturday 2 May 2026 at the University of Limerick. It will run in four waves: one wheelchair wave and three other waves. There is a limit of 1,000 children per wave. The children’s event is organised in conjunction with Limerick Sports Partnership and the HSE.
The event supports fundraising for charities. When participants register, a fundraising page is created and linked to a chosen charity. The Fittest Company Challenge is a business competition held as part of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.