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Athy Half Marathon

Sunday 9th August 2026

Half Marathon, 10k & 5k Fun Run

Enter before 19thJuly to be assured of the athlete gift and your race number posted to your given address ( please include your eircode)

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Make History in the Heart of Athy

Run Through History

Start your adventure where Ernest Shackleton's story began. Our race begins and ends at the stunning Shackleton Museum in Athy's vibrant town centre, a fitting tribute to the spirit of exploration and endurance that defines both our event and this historic County Kildare town.

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What Makes The AthyHALF Different?

Closed Roads

Chip Timed

Medal and Gift for All Finishers

Three Distances, One Great Day

Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying your first race

experience, we have the perfect distance for you:

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Athy Half Marathon (21.1k)

Challenge yourself on our

scenic closed-road course (over 18 only)

Athy 10k

The perfect stepping stone distance with all the atmosphere

Athy 5k Fun Run

Family-friendly and welcoming

to all ages and abilities

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What Makes the Athy Half so Special

— With Spectators in Mind

Our unique course design means spectators can support runners at different points around the course.

Spectators can watch runners at 1.5k out from town, then make it back to the finish line to cheer them home - creating an incredible atmosphere throughout the race.

  • Only 1 Hour from Dublin
  • Closed Roads for Safety
  • All Ages & Abilities Welcome
  • Established Event
  • Professional Timing & Rewards
  • Make a Day of It
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Quick Facts

When:

Sunday 9th Aug 2026 @ 10am

Where:

Athy Town Centre, Kildare

What:

Half Marathon, 10k and 5k

Who:

All ages and abilities welcome

Ready to Join the Adventure?

Following in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton's motto "By endurance we conquer," make Sunday 8th August 2026 your day to conquer new challenges in the historic town of Athy.

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Get in touch with the Athy Half Marathon team

Whether you have questions about registration, race day information, or want to get involved as a volunteer or sponsor, we'd love to hear from you.

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