Halloween Half Marathon - Kilworth

OCT
30
2026
A night trail run through Glensheshkin Woods near Kilworth. This 21 km Halloween half marathon features 475 meters of climbing and requires runners to bring mandatory safety kit. Carpooling is essential due to limited parking at the venue.
Fri 30 Oct 2026
Half Marathon

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Halloween Half Marathon

The Halloween Half Marathon is a trail run taking place on Friday, 30th October, 2026, in Glensheshkin Woods, near Kilworth in County Cork. The route is a single distance of 21.00 km, with a total climb of 475 meters. The terrain is rated as moderate.

Event Details

The race route is fully marked, and the use of GPS devices is allowed. The event is part of the Munster Half-Marathon League. A specific start time is listed, but exact entry details have not been published.

Mandatory Kit

All runners must bring a specified kit, known as Level B - Standard. This includes:

  • A waterproof jacket
  • A hat or buff
  • Gloves
  • A whistle
  • A charged mobile phone with an emergency number stored
  • A foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent item

Runners must have the means to carry all this kit. The items required to be carried during the race will be confirmed on the event day based on conditions. Random kit checks may be conducted, and failure to have the required items may result in denied entry or disqualification.

Travel and Parking

The event location is approximately 1 km east of Kilworth Village. Carpooling is strongly advised, as parking is very limited. There may be road works, but access is described as okay for local traffic to the wood. An early start for the race is explicitly not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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