THE FAUNA TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL-EARLYBIRD DISCOUNT TICKETS ON SALE NOW
September 13th, 2026, Donard, Co. Wicklow
DISCOVER THE TRAILS OF FAUNA FOREST
Welcome to The Fauna Trailrunning Festival, an extraordinary day of trail running through one of Wicklow's most beautiful hidden gems. Set in the stunning forest of Fauna near Donard, this event offers runners of all abilities the chance to experience the joy of trail running in a supportive, community-focused environment.
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CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
Multiple Distance Options:
The Fauna 5 Mile- Approximately 5 miles of country road and forest trail, perfect for beginners or those looking for a shorter challenge.
The Fauna 10 Mile - Approximately 10 miles of country road and beautiful undulating forest paths.
The Fauna Half Marathon- Approximately 13 miles to test your endurance on country road and undulating forest trail.
All routes have been carefully designed to showcase the beauty of the Fauna forest while providing accessan appropriate challenge for each distance.
WHY JOIN US?
Beautiful Trails - Immerse yourself in beautiful forests with views
Welcoming Atmosphere - From first-timers to seasoned trail veterans, everyone is welcomed and supported
Professional Organisation - Well-marked, marshalled routes, experienced event organisers
Runner Safety - First aid stations, toilets and regular checkpoints
Post-Race Refreshments-Join us for tea coffee and refreshments in Donard Hall afterwards
Limited Spots - To ensure trail quality and minimise environmental impact, places are strictly limited
Accessible Race-Running Poles are permitted, and the trail has been chosen to suit different ability needs
Period Friendly-our event has toilets and period products available
Generous cut-off times-5 hours for the 21km
Unwaged option-for participants who are unwaged and need assistance with entry fee, please contact trail.criu@gmail.com
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Location: Fauna Forest, Donard, Co. Wicklow
Start Times:
11:30 am - The Fauna 5 Mile
10:30 am - The Fauna 10 Mile
09:30 - The Full Half Marathon
Entry Includes:
Buff and Earlybird discount for the first 150 entries - use the code ‘EARLYBIRD’ for 10% off
Post-race refreshments
Fully marked course with marshals
ORGANISED BY TRAIL PROFESSIONALS AND OUR PARTNERS
The Fauna Trailrunning Festival is brought to you by Trail Criú, a community-focused running club dedicated to promoting trail running in Ireland. In partnership with She Summits Trail Running, Simple Strength Leixlip and Mountaineering Ireland, we bring years of event organisation experience to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and memorable day for all participants.
For any questions, please contact us at trail.criu@gmail.com
Follow us on social media for updates and training tips:Instagram: @trailcriu | Facebook: Trail Criú Running
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What should I bring on race day?
A: Running shoes (road runing shoes would be suitable) weather-appropriate clothing.
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Yes, there is designated parking near the start/finish area. We encourage carpooling where possible.
Q: Are there toilets and changing facilities?
A: Yes, toilets will be available and basic changing facilities will be provided.
Q: Is there a cut-off time?
A: Yes. there is a cut-off time of 5 hours for the half marathon
Q: What happens if I can't participate after registering?
Refunds cannot be granted. Name transfers can be processed until 10 days before the event.
Don't miss this opportunity to run in one of Wicklow's most beautiful forests!
Refund Policy
The Fauna Trail Running Festival is a volunteer-led, not-for-profit event. Entry fees are kept as low as possible to encourage participation, with free places offered to marginalised groups. All proceeds go directly to supporting Trail Criú.
To ensure fairness and to allow us to commit funds to event logistics, our refund policy is as follows:
General Refunds: Tickets are non-refundable. Once purchased, entries cannot be cancelled.
Distance Changes: Participants may request to change their race distance up until 25th August. After this date, no distance changes can be made.
