The Regeneron Great Limerick Run returns on Sunday, May 3, 2026, bringing thousands of participants to the streets of Limerick for what has become Ireland’s largest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. Scheduled for the May Bank Holiday weekend, the 2026 edition promises the same flat, scenic routes through the city center, along the River Shannon, and past landmarks like Thomond Stadium that have defined this fixture since its inception.
Participants can choose from four distinct challenges: the full marathon, half marathon, six-mile race, or marathon relay, all finishing on O’Connell Street. With over 15,000 entrants registering for the 2024 event, organizers anticipate another capacity field as runners of all abilities converge on Pery Square for the staggered starts.
When and Where is the Great Limerick Run 2026?
Event Date
Sunday, May 3, 2026 (May Bank Holiday weekend)
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 6-Mile, Marathon Relay
Start & Finish
Pery Square / O’Connell Street, Limerick
Capacity
15,000+ entrants (based on 2024