The organisers of the Donegal Half Marathon are encouraging those planning to take part in this year’s event to register before the middle of July to guarantee a premium three-quarter zip top and a specially commissioned finisher’s medal.
Last year’s event attracted a record entry of over 1,400, and race director, Brendan McDaid, has indicated that the organisers are expecting another large field for this year’s race which takes place in Letterkenny on Sunday, August 30th.
“Given the massive entry we had in 2025 and looking at the number registered to date, we are expecting another big entry for the 2026 Donegal Half Marathon. So, we are urging those planning to be part of this year’s race to get entered before Friday, July 17th so that they are certain of getting the specially commissioned top and medal that features a custom-moulded centrepiece celebrating the historic Grianán of Aileach hillfort,” he commented.
First held in 2014, the Donegal Half Marathon has enjoyed consistent year-on-year growth, culminating in a record-breaking number of entries in 2025.
“We’ve made a number of small changes to the course over recent years, and we are always looks at ways at how we can make the experience for participants better. The Donegal Half Marathon is an event which brings the community and local groups and organisations together. We are fortunate to have big buy-in from the community, local businesses and a large group of volunteers,” the race director added.
Last year saw the return of the relay section which attracted over 50 teams.
“The relay event proved a huge success in 2025 and added greatly to the atmosphere and interest of the event. The one message we are keen to get out is that the race has a slightly earlier start time of 9 o’clock.”
To register for this year’s Donegal Half Marathon that is being held in association with Kernans, follow the link below:
https://eventmaster.ie/event/jq1QHE0TBz