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The 2025 Cook Medical Mini Marathon will return to the University of Limerick on Sunday 5th October! Over the last three years, the event has raised over €200,000 for local charities. Event organisers hope that this years all-inclusive race will continue to raise much-needed funds for charity. The event kicks off at noon on Sunday 5th October, at the University of Limerick Sports Arena. Participants of all ages will run, jog, or walk the 5 km and 10 km courses at their own pace while raising funds for personally chosen charities in Limerick, the Mid-West, and nationwide.