Dingle Full and Half Marathon (Dingle Marathon)

The Dingle Full and Half Marathon (marketed as the Dingle Marathon) takes place on Saturday 5 September 2026 and starts and finishes in Dingle Town on the Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry. The course runs west from Dingle town along the coast past Ventry to Slea Head with outstanding views of the Blasket Islands, then passes Dún Chaoin and continues north to Baile an Fheirtéaraigh and Gallarus before returning to the finish in Dingle. The organiser describes the route as one of the most scenic in Ireland and notes that Slea Head is traffic‑free for the event, providing an immersive coastal running experience. Entries for the 2026 event are listed as sold out on the official site.

Both a full marathon and a half marathon are offered, giving runners the choice of 42.195 km or 21.0975 km on primarily road terrain along the Wild Atlantic Way. The event is presented as a weekend celebration in Dingle with an energetic local atmosphere and opportunities for fundraising around the race. Competitors are directed to the official event website for registration details, waiting list sign‑up and course maps; the organiser also maintains social channels for updates. For exact start lines, race maps and logistic information consult the event website and the published race pages.