
Entry Link : The Streets of Killarney 5 Mile Road Race 2025 – Buy Tickets
About the Race.
Killarney Valley AC is a vibrant and innovative athletics club with over 400 members. The club was voted the Athletics Ireland Development Club of the Year in 2022 for our exploits in Track & Field nationally & internationally.
We decided to bring this progressive vibe to the road racing scene. This is the 2nd year of the Race with the Streets of Killarney 5Miler Good Friday Run as the only organised and facilitated race by an athletics club for a decades in the area. The event is an annual Good Friday fixture and is suitable for all level of runner from beginner to elite.
FAQ for Killarney 5 Mile Road Race
- When is the race taking place? April 18th 2025 @ 7PM SHARP
- Who are the organisers? Killarney Valley Athletics Club, all proceeds go back into our club in supporting Athletics in our local community.
- Where is the start line? Killarney House and Gardens (near the house)
- Where is the finish Line? Beech Road Near the Tourist Office
- How can I enter the race? online only on via The Streets of Killarney 5 Mile Road Race 2025 – Buy Tickets
- How can I collect my number? Numbers & timing chips are posted in advance
- Can I register on the day? No entries on the day , online entries only.
- Is there a bag drop? Yes, designated areas at the finish Line which is 200m from the start line from 5:00Pm. Our Preference is that you should leave valuables with family.
- Is there a Tshirt or finishers medal? T-shirts with all entries, no finishers medal
- When will I get my t-shirt? You will get your t-shirt when you finish the race.
- Are there toilet facilities? Yes public toilets are available near the start and finish line
- Are there shower facilities? No, unfortunately we have no shower facilities available for participants.
- Is a running light required as it is an evening race? The lighting around Killarney House and Gardens, the National Park and Killarney town will be sufficient, however if participants can wear a headlight or wear high visibility clothing if they wish.
- Are there water stations? Yes the first one is Mile 2.
- Are there Pacers ? No
- Can I wear headphones/earphones? No. These are not allowed for health and safety reasons. All headphone/earphone wearers will be noted by stewards and will be recorded as such on MyRunResults.
- Where can I park? There are extensive public carparks in Killarney. Please note there will be reduced parking on Beech Road / new Street Car Park due to the race.
- Can spectators & families cheer me on? Yes! There is plenty of spectator space on the route around the park and town. Spectators should be mindful of other runners/walkers when crossing the roads and adhere to the race stewards advice.
- Where will the results be published? Results will be published on www.myrunresults.ie
- Is the route officially measured? Yes by a qualified Athletics Ireland Measurer.
- Does the race have a permit? Yes the race has an AAI approved permit.
- Will there be road closures? Some roads will be fully closed, some will be partially closed, all participants need to adhere to the guidance from stewards and race organisers
- What is the Route?
- 2 Miles in Killarney House and Gardens & Killarney National Park – running along the beautiful Deenagh River and exiting at Deenagh Lodge
- 3 miles running around the streets of Killarney taking in Killarney Catherdal and the centre of the town where lots of locals and visitors will encourage participants during the race
- What are the prizes?
Cash Prizes for Top 3 Men and Women Home.
A range of other prizes for the following categories:
- Over 40
- Over 50
- Over 60
- Under 20
- Team Prize
- Visually Impaired
With sincere thanks to our sponsors:
Gold Sponsor:
- Reens Life Pharmacy
Silver Sponsors - Activate Gym
- Fexco
- Dalys’Supervalu
- Luna’s Coffe & Wine
- Polly’s
- Portwest, Killarney
- Tricel
Bronze Sponsors - KWD Recycling
- Property Partners, Gallivan
Other local business who are kindly supporting our 5 mile road race:
- Others to be added