The streets of Termonfeckin came alive with energy and local pride on Saturday, September 19, as the Termonfeckin Celtic 5K made its much-anticipated return. Building on the momentum of last year’s inaugural triumph, the 2026 edition proved to be an even bigger and better celebration of fitness, camaraderie, and village community spirit.
More than 200 participants laced up their running shoes to take on the scenic, fast, and flat course winding through the village. From seasoned club athletes chasing personal bests to casual joggers, walkers, and families enjoying a day out together, the event drew a fantastic turnout and offered a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere for competitors and supporters alike.
The race culminated at the Termonfeckin Celtic clubhouse, where a spirited crowd welcomed the finishers home with cheers and well-earned applause. The smooth route and lively finish line made it an unforgettable morning for everyone involved.
An event of this scale relies heavily on local collaboration, and organisers extended heartfelt gratitude to the wider community for its steadfast backing. Sincere appreciation goes to all the essential partners, local businesses, and sponsors whose generous support helped make the day such an outstanding success:
- Daly's Centra Termonfeckin
- Nostra (Dave Looney)
- Boynesider Furniture (Simon O'Dea)
- Connect Credit Union
- WaterWipes
- Layher Scaffolding for providing the event staging
- The DJ (Niall Walsh’s brother-in-law) for keeping the post-race atmosphere buzzing with great music
- MyRunResults for professional timing and race coordination
- An Garda Síochána and The Red Cross Volunteers for ensuring safety along the route
- The dedicated race marshals and local volunteers whose tireless work in the run-up to and on the day of the event kept everything running seamlessly
With another resounding success in the books, the Termonfeckin Celtic 5K has firmly established itself as a highlight on the local sporting calendar, leaving participants and supporters already looking forward to next year.
