Night of The 5k PBs 2026

The Night of the 5k PBs is an evening road race held at Coral Leisure Arklow Sport Centre in Ferrybank, Arklow, County Wicklow, on Saturday 18 July 2026. The event is organised by Coral Leisure Arklow in aid of the Jack and Jill Foundation. The course follows a fast, flat looped route through the streets and roads around the heart of Arklow town, designed specifically for personal best attempts with paced groups available across a range from sub-20 to sub-30 minutes. Two races take place on the night: an elite 5k starting at 7pm, followed by a paced open race at 7:30pm. The paced race is open to recreational runners and walkers as well as competitive runners. Prizes are awarded to the first male and female finishers in both events, with spot prizes also on offer. The event aims to bring the Arklow running community together in a festive summer evening atmosphere.