Waterford Viking Marathon
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About the race
The Waterford Viking Marathon Running Festival is a multi-event weekend held in Waterford, described as Ireland’s oldest city. The 15th edition is scheduled across two days in June 2027 and organisers state entries are open with an early bird offer. Entry prices for 2027 have been frozen and participant numbers will be limited to manage the race-day experience.
The festival includes several road running events across the weekend, covering a range of distances and formats. Course details note river-side sections and a route that features some hills in the first half and downhill in the later part. The programme also highlights community and inclusion events.
Distances and formats (selected examples):
- Full Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- Run for All (disability friendly)
- Children’s Run
- Virtual Marathon
The event provides race results and a photo gallery from prior years. Local media and a set of sponsors support the festival. Reports from previous editions mention volunteers, spectator presence along the course, and family-oriented activities such as a family relay in the children’s programme. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
