Galway Bay Runs Galway, Ireland   Oct 3, 2026

Breathtaking, amazing, spectacular, friendly and fun are just some of the words used by participants when describing the Galway Bay Runs. What makes it unique? The course straddles the quaint Latin Quarter of Galway City, the famous Claddagh Quay and the majestic coast road with it’s panoramic views of the Burren in County Clare across the Atlantic waters of Galway Bay – very few marathons worldwide can boast such a pretty mix of scenic views.

The race has a ‘low key’ relaxed vibe even though there are now over 3,000 participants and it’s fast becoming one of the major running events in Ireland. The ‘pre’ and ‘post’ race atmosphere lives up to Galway’s reputation for looking after our visitors. We want our runners and walkers to go home with a dramatic sense of living life to the full and fond memories of a personal challenge achieved in a very special place… a place that they will want to return to year after year. – Ray O’Connor Race Director