Athgarvan GAA & LGFA Community Fun Run 5k 2026

The Athgarvan GAA & LGFA Community Fun Run 5k starts and finishes at Scoil Bhríde National School in Athgarvan, next to the local GAA grounds in County Kildare. Like the longer race, it heads out onto the open, rolling plains of the Curragh, following quiet country roads across this famous tract of grassland close to the Royal Curragh Golf Club, with wide views over the surrounding common land. The shorter distance suits first-timers, families and those who prefer to run, jog or walk, though the gently undulating Curragh terrain still offers a bit of honest effort. Every finisher collects a medal, with water, bananas and refreshments waiting back at the school hall. The event also features a 10k and a Kids 1K, so the whole family can take part. Hosted by the club, it is a friendly, community-spirited morning out on the plains.