The Medtronic Streets of Galway 8k 2026

The Medtronic Streets of Galway 8K on 8 August 2026 is an 8km road race in its 40th year, organised by Galway City Harriers around the streets of Galway City.

Since its inception in 1986 the event has grown into one of the most prestigious road races in the country, yet remains true to its original motto of Sport for All, as many locals and visitors take on the event year in year out.

The event will bring thousands of participants onto the streets of our city and suburbs into what is a fantastic event for the city.

The Streets is a fast and flat 8k race routing around Galway City, Salthill and the famous Claddagh . It attracts thousands of runners from all walks of life to the city on a superb summers evening in the City of the Tribes

Race Start is 7pm at Fr Griffin Road in the city centre and Race finish is at South Park, HQ is the Claddagh Hall at Nimmos Pier

Our new sponsors this year are Medtronic, a global medtech leader based in Galway ,and for many years great supporters of  wellbeing and health across the county

Entry is open now on Eventmaster at 25 euro plus AI levy/fee Early Bird offer for the first 400 entries/ then 30 euro standard entry fee applies

Important - Race is only open to over 16s for safety and insurance reasons . No entry permissible unless age 16 minimum race day, no exceptions . No buggies or wheeled vehicles allowed .

Postal option available this year if you want to get your number and tshirt posted out please select

There is a superb Race T Shirt for everyone along with race refreshments and the best atmosphere and fun you will have as you run through the historic Streets of Galway!

Enter now for the event of the Summer!