Unlucky 13, or lucky for some as the annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West returns to the waters of Galway Bay this June. The swim was officially launched on Saturday 2nd June with the first official time trial at Blackrock in Salthill. The swim which is now sold out will see close to 130 swimmers taking part this year it is now … [Read more...]
Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon Kickstarts the Racing Season
- Three Triathlon Ireland Major Events - New Swim Only Races, Half Marathon & 10k run - 2,000 Athletes to race over the weekend This Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th May in Galway sees the official start of the open water triathlon season with Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon in Gort returning for a 7th year to host twelve triathlon races for adults and … [Read more...]
NIFMA Mr & Miss Irish European Championships
NIFMA Mr & Miss Irish European Championships Register/Tickets: www.nifma.com Date: 24th June 2018 Venue: ALSAA Sport Centre Address: Old Airport Road, Dublin Airport, Co. Dublin … [Read more...]
WellFest timetable announced with more health and fitness stars added
WellFest – Ireland’s largest health, fitness and wellness festival – has announced details today (26.04.18) of the full line-up and schedule for its upcoming event. The festival, in association with KBC, is taking place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on 12th and 13th May and will feature over 150 health, fitness and wellness experts across 15 different … [Read more...]
Run to Remember Aoibhe at the 2018 Renville Challenge
ACT for Meningitis the charity which aims to raise awareness and educate society about the signs and symptoms of meningitis while offering free support services in Ireland to those affected by the disease are lacing up the runners and want you to do the same this April. On Sunday 8th April, the ACT for Meningitis annual sporting event, Remembering Aoibhe Renville … [Read more...]
Cork Becomes Ireland’s Vegan Capital during Vegfest on May 12th, 2018
Cork Vegfest Saturday 12th May, 10 am - 6 pm Cork City Hall, Terence McSwiney Quay, Ballintemple, Cork Cork Vegfest, the biggest and best Irish vegan event of 2018 so far happens on May 12th. A celebration of vegan food and lifestyle. Full of local food stalls providing the very best vegan cuisine all day. Expect vegan cheeses, falafels, burgers, hot dogs, ice … [Read more...]
2018 NIFMA Spring Classic Ireland Championships
NIFMA Spring Classic Mr & Miss Ireland Championships Enter/Tickets: www.nifma.com Date: 25th March 2018 Venue: The Devenish Complex Address: 33-37 Finaghy Road North, Belfast BT10 0JB … [Read more...]
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival 2018 in association with Croi
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail will host its annual walking festival on the 9th,10th and 11th of March. This year the proceeds of the festival will go to Croi, the registered heart and stroke charity. Walkers will experience the beautiful scenery of County Mayo and visit the many heritage sites on the National Way Marked Way 61 km trail. The walk is guided and the cost is … [Read more...]
2,000 people expected to walk from Howth Harbour to Dun Laoghaire Harbour (or reverse) this St Patrick’s Day
13th annual Harbour2Harbour Walk to raise vital funds for mental health organisation Aware Dublin footballer Bernard Brogan and RTE presenter Mary Kennedy have announced the 13th annual Aware Harbour2Harbour Walk which will take place on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday 17th March. Over 2,000 enthusiastic walkers are expected to take on the 16.2 mile/26km challenge, with the … [Read more...]
Flagship Event Healthfest returns again for Ireland’s Transition Year Students
Over 3,000 secondary students and teachers from all over the country attended last year’s HealthFest event in the RDS in Dublin. Organised by the National Dairy Council and safefood, the free event has become one of the most highly anticipated events for transition year students. This year’s event is being held on Thursday 26th April at the National Sports Campus in … [Read more...]