Destination Ireland: IRISH LIFE Dublin Marathon
Touted the world’s friendliest marathon, the Irish Life Dublin Marathon promises to bring a smile to your face, in-between a few mid-race grimaces of course. Local spectators trace the course cheering “well done” and “good on ya,” supporting you along the way to the finish and maybe even giving you a cheers with a pint of Guinness - after all it is good for you!
“From music to pints to smiles and cheers - this truly is a fun, filled celebratory marathon weekend away in Ireland! Dublin knows how to execute the event with ease and honesty for a great race. You can’t help but to sing and jig your way through the streets of Dublin! ”
T H E R U N D O W N
Month/Time of Year: Last Sunday in October
Travel Time: 6h flight from East Coast
Weather: 50s-60s and always a chance of rain!
Terrain: Street/Pavement - Short/Small/Scattered Hills
Event Size: 20,000 racers
Entry Options: Lottery through event organizer, charity or guaranteed entry via FIT travel package
Best for: First International Race, global weekend away, Europe continent, fun, family
E X P E R I E N C E D U B L I N W I T H F I T
This trip is perfect for a quick European getaway with the added bonus of a world class marathon. You’ll be able to socialize the with team and other FIT travelers or head off to explore on your own. From navigating the expo, to ironing out last minute questions over our pre-race pasta dinner, to getting to the start line and then celebrating at our favorite post-race pub, the FIT team will ensure your time in Dublin is exactly what you envision.
Want to extend your time to see more of the Emerald Isle? FIT is always happy to customize a post-marathon itinerary that includes all of your must see and do items around Ireland.
“A favorite experience. What a way to see Ireland and the wonderful city of Dublin. The details were handled perfectly. The city tour, details on other tours, pre and post marathon meals, welcome meet and greets, specific details about anything needed was all taken care of, leaving me to enjoy this unique city and focus on my marathon!”
U N F O R G E T T A B L E M E M O R I E S
Kelly has run the last NINE events in her trusty Guinness hat. It’s become quite the streak and she’s not one to break with tradition. The hat has proved to be brilliant on sunny days when the crowd chants “Go on Arthur - Go on the Guinness,” but we all know sunny days are few and far between in Ireland. But even when it’s become a nuisance on those extremely soggy race days, it never fails to bring out good humor and makes her easy to spot! So always be on the lookout for the hat - she can’t leave for Ireland without it.
This event has also brought out some surprising spectators. Find out about Kelly’s encounters with a poodle and a deer in Phoenix Park here!
Sláinte!
