Welcome
Hi Ladies & Gents
Thank you all for continuing to support Runballybunion since its inception in 2010.
You can collect your number/timing chips and T shirts on Friday evening from 6.00-8.00pm and on Saturday morning from 9.00-12.00 at Kilcooly`s
The races will, as usual start at the Garda Station/Kilcooly`s Country House (V31DR60) at the top of Main St.
The Kids Fun Run will start at 12 Noon
The Adults 5K, 10K & ½ Marathon will start at 1.00pm
There will be pacers on hand for those who would appreciate the assistance
Markers will be placed at 1KM intervals and 1 Mile intervals along the route
The 5K & 10K races are ” Out & Back” along the same route. Marshalls will be on hand at Doon Church to direct runners to the left along the wonderfully scenic Wild Atlantic Way
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that the turning point for both the 5K & 10K are not at the exact half way points as the Finish & Start are not at the same point.
There will be signs approaching the turning points. We would kindly ask runners to keep left so that those runners who have already turned can run home safely
Those runners brave enough to run the ½ Marathon will continue straight ahead at the 5K &10K turning points. There will be Marshalls at Craughdarrig to guide runners to the homeward leg.
Medals and water will be available at the finish line.
The Prize-giving will take place as soon as is practicable in Kilcooly`s where complimentary hot food and snacks will be served.
We hope you enjoy the race and the week-end
Itinerary
Friday 3rd April 2026
7.30 pm -9 pm: Race Chip/Number & T-Shirt Collection available from Kilcooly’s, Main Street, Ballybunion, V31 DR60
Saturday 4th April 2026
10 am – 12 noon: Race Chip/Number & T-Shirt Collection available from Kilcooly’s, Main Street, Ballybunion, V31 DR60. The races start in front of Kilcooly`s/ Ballybunion Garda Station
12 Noon: Kids Fun Run Begins
12:30 pm: Warm up with DJ and music, on Main Street, outside Kilcoolys
1 pm: Run Ballybunion 2025 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon starts, from outside Kilcoolys. Your 1st water station is at 3 miles, and every 3 miles thereafter. There will be water at the finish, also, and you will receive your medal then.
Immediately after the race: The medal presentation will take place at Kilcoolys Country House, Main Street, Ballybunion, V31 DR60. Complimentary fruit, chocolate and chicken curry for all contestants.
In Kilcoolys:
- Lunch Served from 1pm
- Music from 9:30pm
Run Ballybunion Routes
Kids Fun Run
Start Time: 12 Noon Saturday 4th April 2026
Route: Our Kids Fun Run will begin at Kilcooly’s Country House / Ballybunion Garda Station / Bill Clinton Statue and continues along Main St, turning down Cliff Road, past the playgroud on the left, continuing on to the Junction at Cliff House and turning right to continue on past the Church to the finish line, back at Kilcoolys Country House again.
5 K Road Race
Route: Run Ballybunion 5K Road Race will begin at Kilcooly’s Country House / Ballybunion Garda Station / Bill Clinton Statue and continues along Main St, turning down Cliff Road, past the playground on the left, continuing on to Doon Road and staying left by the coast at Doon Church.
10 K Road Race
Start Time: 1 pm Saturday 4th April 2026
Route: The 10 K Road Road begins at Kilcooly’s Country House and continues along Main St, turning down Cliff Road, on to Doon Road and staying left by the coast at Doon Church.
Half Marathon
Start Time: 1 pm Saturday 4th April 2026
Route: Run Ballybunion 2025 Half Marathon begins as usual at Kilcooly’s Country House @ 1pm and continues along Main St, turning down Cliff Road, on to Doon Road and staying left by the coast at Doon Church.
All Race results and timings will be available from Timing Solutions, as soon as they have been updated. They will be available here.