Race Info

Registration:

You can register online for the run via the link below.

Entry Fees:

10K Run: €50

5k Run: €50

13 – 17Yrs - €20

Under 12Yrs - €10

Chip Timing
Refreshments available before and after the race
Map of island course
Prizes for 1st,2nd,3rd Female & 1st,2nd,3rd Male in both the 5k & 10k Race

Please click on the question below to see the answer.

When is the Inis Oirr Wild Atlantic Island Run?

Saturday 20 April 2024

What time is the start time of the running event?

All start at 1pm.

What are the distances and details of the various events?

10K & 5K Road Run

When do entries open?

Online entries are now open and will close on 11 March 2024.

When do I collect my race number?

Singing In and Number Collection will take place that morning at An Halla between 10.00am -12.00pm.

How much is the entry fee?

10K Run: €50

5k Run: €50

13 – 17Yrs - €20

Under 12Yrs - €10

Registration Details

Online Registration closes at 12pm on 11 March 2024.

T-shirt guaranteed for online registration only on or before 11 March 2024.

What happens when I enter online?

Your credit card details will be processed and debited for entry fee amount. You will receive an e-mail detailing your receipt number.

Do I get a refund or deferment if I can’t run?

Sorry, we are unable to provide a refund but you may defer your entry until the following year if you can’t attend the current year’s event.

Can I transfer my number if I can’t run?

We will take entry transfer up until 28 March 2024. Please email eolas.gobnait@gretb.ie with your “Entry Name change Request” prior to the 28th of March 2024.

How do I get there / Getting Here?

You can fly with Aer Arann that departures from Inverin, get a ferry from Ros a Mhil in Galway. Or you can get a ferry from Doolin in Clare.

Please click here to go to the Transport page for more details. >>

Is there Accommodation available on the island for the race?

You can see all the different types of Accommodation that is available on the island.

Please click here for more details. >>

Will the course be marked?

The routes will be marked and marshalled as necessary.

Where can I leave baggage?

A baggage area will be provided at the race start/finish area. Items left in this area are to be labelled with your race number. Although every effort will be made to keep this area secure, the race organizers will not accept responsibility for items left in this area.

Will there be any drink station on the route?

There will be water stations along the route. Refreshments will be provided at the race finish in An Halla (Community Hall).

Where will the toilets be located?

Toilets will be provided at the race start/finish area.

Where will the First Aid Stations be located?

A minimum of two First Aid Points will be provided along the route. One will be based at the start/finish area and the second will be based at an appropriate point on each race route. Along with First Aid Responders also available during the race.

When will the results be available?

We will aim to process results as soon as possible after the race is finished. The results will also be available on the website http://inisoirrislandrun.ie/en.

Is there a race cut off time?

Yes- The course will officially close at 3.00pm. Race signage will be removed in accordance with this schedule.

Where is Inis Oirr?

Inis Oirr island is situated off the west coast of Ireland in Galway Bay. It is one of the group of islands known as The Aran Islands.

How do I get to Inis Oirr?

You can fly with Aer Arann that departures from Inverin, get a ferry from Ros a Mhil in Galway. Or you can get a ferry from Doolin in Clare.

Who can I contact for further help?

Please go to our contact page for contact details.

Free T-shirt with Online Registration

Free T-shirt guaranteed for online registration on or before 11 March 2024.