Women in Sport Week 2026: Join Your Local Parkrun in Cork!

Whether you’re completely new to running, returning after a break, or already a regular weekend walker/jogger/runner—there’s a parkrun waiting to welcome you with open arms.

This year, we’re encouraging women and girls across Cork to take part in:

• Adult Parkruns: Saturday, March 7th at 9:30am
• Junior Parkruns: Sunday, March 8th at 9:30am

All events are free, fun, friendly, and open to every ability. All you need to do is register once at parkrun.ie and bring your barcode on the day.

Adult Parkruns in Cork (Saturday 7th, 9:30am)

(Every location listed below starts at 9:30am)

Tramore Valley Parkrun

📍 Tramore Valley Park, South Link Road, Cork
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Ballincollig Parkrun

📍 Regional Park, Ballincollig, Co. Cork
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Macroom Castle Demesne Parkrun

📍 Castle Demesne, Macroom, Co. Cork
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Glengarriff Parkrun

📍 Glengarriff Nature Reserve, Kenmare Road, Glengarriff, Co. Cork
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Bere Island Parkrun

📍 GAA Club, Rerrin Village, Bere Island, Co. Cork
🔗 More Info 

Mallow Castle Parkrun

📍 Mallow Castle, Mallow, Co. Cork, P51 KC57
🔗 More Info 

Glen River Parkrun

📍 Glen River Park, Glen Avenue, The Glen, Cork
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Midleton Greenway Parkrun

📍 Midleton Greenway, Midleton, Co. Cork
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Clonakilty Parkrun

📍 The Showgrounds, Clonakilty, Co. Cork
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Pobalscoil na Tríonóide Parkrun

📍 Pobalscoil na Tríonóide, Parkmountain, Youghal, Co. Cork, P36 Y763
🔗 More Info

Junior Parkruns in Cork (Sunday 8th, 9:30am)

(All junior Parkruns in Ireland start at 9:30am on Sunday)

Dromleenalawn Junior Parkrun

📍 Dromleenalawn, Dunmanway, Cork
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Clashduv Junior Parkrun

📍 Clashduv Park, Cork
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St Mary’s Campus Junior Parkrun

📍 St Mary’s Health Campus, Cork
🔗 More Info

Mallow Castle Junior Parkrun

📍 Mallow Castle, Mallow
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Haulbowline Island Junior Parkrun

📍 Haulbowline Island Amenity Park, Haulbowline
🔗 More Info

Nursery Junior Parkrun

📍 Nursery Drive Park, Nursery Drive, Ballinlough
🔗 More Info 

Ballincollig Regional Junior Parkrun

📍 Ballincollig Regional Park, Ballincollig
🔗 More Info

Why Parkrun?

• It’s free, weekly, and open to all fitness levels
• Walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate—everyone is welcome
• A brilliant way to meet new people and build confidence
• Perfect for beginners and families
• A supportive community cheering you on every step of the way

How to take part

1. Register once at parkrun.ie
2. Print or download your barcode
3. Show up on the day—and enjoy!

Let’s Celebrate Women in Sport Together

Across Cork, parkrun volunteers create welcoming spaces for women and girls to feel empowered, active, and connected. Let’s fill our parks with energy and community spirit this Women in Sport Week!

Grab a friend, bring the kids, or come solo—your local parkrun family will be ready to welcome you.