The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a scenic coastal running event held annually in the picturesque village of Ballinskelligs, County Kerry, along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Taking place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, the event offers three race distances—21.1 km (Half Marathon), 10 km, and 5 km—catering to experienced runners, casual joggers, and beginners alike. The routes wind through the dramatic Skellig coastline, with the half marathon offering a more challenging course that includes coastal roads and elevation changes, while the 10K and 5K provide flatter, more accessible options. All races conclude with a spectacular finish on Ballinskelligs Beach, offering sweeping views of the iconic Skellig Rock. With a capped entry of 250 participants per race, finisher medals, and a welcoming atmosphere, the event is a unique blend of endurance, community, and breathtaking scenery.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon is a scenic 21.1 km race held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, along Ireland’s dramatic Skellig Coast in County Kerry, offering runners stunning views of Skellig Rock and concluding with a beach‑side finish on Ballinskelligs Beach. Renowned for its coastal terrain and immersive Wild Atlantic Way setting, the race promises a memorable and well‑organized experience for half marathoners in a truly spectacular location.
The Ballinskelligs 10 K 2025, organised by Hardman Events, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry, Ireland. This scenic coastal 10 km route runs along the dramatic Wild Atlantic Way, offering sweeping views of Skellig Rock and finishing on the famed Ballinskelligs shoreline.
Also on Sunday, 26 October 2025, the Ballinskelligs 5K, run by Hardman Events, takes participants on a shorter, beginner-friendly coastal loop starting and ending at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry—perfect for experiencing the race-day atmosphere with stunning Skellig views in a more accessible format.
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FAQs
What is the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
How long is the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
Where does the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon is a scenic 21.1 km race held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, along Ireland’s dramatic Skellig Coast in County Kerry, offering runners stunning views of Skellig Rock and concluding with a beach‑side finish on Ballinskelligs Beach. Renowned for its coastal terrain and immersive Wild Atlantic Way setting, the race promises a memorable and well‑organized experience for half marathoners in a truly spectacular location.
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon elevation gain is 283 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon is a scenic 21.1 km race held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, along Ireland’s dramatic Skellig Coast in County Kerry, offering runners stunning views of Skellig Rock and concluding with a beach‑side finish on Ballinskelligs Beach. Renowned for its coastal terrain and immersive Wild Atlantic Way setting, the race promises a memorable and well‑organized experience for half marathoners in a truly spectacular location.
How long is the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon take place?
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
The Ballinskelligs Half Marathon elevation gain is 283 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballinskelligs 10K?
How long is the Ballinskelligs 10K?
Where does the Ballinskelligs 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs 10K?
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs 10K?
The Ballinskelligs 10 K 2025, organised by Hardman Events, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry, Ireland. This scenic coastal 10 km route runs along the dramatic Wild Atlantic Way, offering sweeping views of Skellig Rock and finishing on the famed Ballinskelligs shoreline.
The Ballinskelligs 10K is 9km long.
The Ballinskelligs 10K takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
The Ballinskelligs 10K elevation gain is 102 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballinskelligs 10K?
The Ballinskelligs 10 K 2025, organised by Hardman Events, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry, Ireland. This scenic coastal 10 km route runs along the dramatic Wild Atlantic Way, offering sweeping views of Skellig Rock and finishing on the famed Ballinskelligs shoreline.
How long is the Ballinskelligs 10K?
The Ballinskelligs 10K is 9km long.
Where does the Ballinskelligs 10K take place?
The Ballinskelligs 10K takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs 10K?
The Ballinskelligs 10K elevation gain is 102 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballinskelligs 5K?
How long is the Ballinskelligs 5K?
Where does the Ballinskelligs 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs 5K?
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs 5K?
Also on Sunday, 26 October 2025, the Ballinskelligs 5K, run by Hardman Events, takes participants on a shorter, beginner-friendly coastal loop starting and ending at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry—perfect for experiencing the race-day atmosphere with stunning Skellig views in a more accessible format.
The Ballinskelligs 5K is 5km long.
The Ballinskelligs 5K takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
The Ballinskelligs 5K elevation gain is 26 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ballinskelligs 5K?
Also on Sunday, 26 October 2025, the Ballinskelligs 5K, run by Hardman Events, takes participants on a shorter, beginner-friendly coastal loop starting and ending at Ballinskelligs Beach, County Kerry—perfect for experiencing the race-day atmosphere with stunning Skellig views in a more accessible format.
How long is the Ballinskelligs 5K?
The Ballinskelligs 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Ballinskelligs 5K take place?
The Ballinskelligs 5K takes place in Ballinskelligs, Co Kerry, Ireland.
What is the elevation gain of the Ballinskelligs 5K?
The Ballinskelligs 5K elevation gain is 26 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Ballinskelligs 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ballinskelligs 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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