WATCH: Great Limerick Run targeting record entry numbers

THE Regeneron Great Limerick Run returns to the streets of Limerick city this May 3, offering an unforgettable experience for runners, walkers, and fitness enthusiasts of all levels.

Every year, thousands of participants flood the city's streets, as Limerick comes to a standstill for this iconic event. There’s a distance to suit everyone with the marathon and marathon relay commencing at 9am, the half marathon starting at 11am and the 6 Mile kicks off at 1.30pm. Each route is fully measured and certified.

The Kids Fun Run 2026, which takes place on the grounds of UL as part of the Regeneron Great Limerick Run weekend is designed to encourage healthy habits, outdoor activity, and joyful participation in a safe environment. The entry fee costs €15 and includes an event T-shirt and finisher medal.

The wheelchair event commences at 2.30pm on the Athletics Track followed by the 1km route for junior and senior infants at 3pm. The 1.5km route event for first, second and third class pupils starts at 3.45pm and the Kids Fun Run event concludes with the final event, the 2k route at 4.30pm for fourth, fifth and sixth classes.

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Speaking at the launch of the event, Sliabh Wells from The Bear Group, said: “This is our 16th year of the Regeneron Great Limerick Run. Year after year, the event's continued to grow so we'd 18,000 last year... and we're expecting that number to probably hit 20,000 this year.”

“It's going to be starting in Perys Square, finishing on O'Connell Street. We've been looking to add in some entertainment this year so there'll be a couple of new bands, a couple of new locations.”

“It's a busy weekend for Limerick city. There's people coming from all over Ireland, every county is represented and there's going to be about 50 nationalities taking part in the event as well so hotel rooms will be sold out, the town will be full and the place really will be hopping.”

The Regeneron Great Limerick Run is widely regarded as the largest mass participation sporting event outside of Dublin.