The Mayo.ie Western People Women’s Mini-Marathon is to be staged in Ballina for the first time this year, as part of the Ballina 2023 celebrations. This year’s mini-marathon (10km) will be held in Ballina over the Mayo Day weekend on Bank Holiday Sunday, April 30. Sponsored by the Western People, the event attracts hundreds of participants each year.

All levels of ability are welcome to register and participate, and walkers are especially welcome.

The staging of the prestigious event in Ballina is the result of a collaboration between a host of organisations, including Mayo Sports Partnership, local athletics clubs Moy Valley AC and Ballina AC, Ballina Municipal District, Ballina 2023, Mayo.ie and the Western People.

A virtual option will also be available for 2023 with t-shirts and medal posted, to enable you to walk or run from anywhere in the world!

Registration is now OPEN for the following entrants:

Adults: €25 (early bird rate of €20 until March 8, International Women’s Day)
Teenagers (aged 13-17): €9
Virtual Entry €25 (early bird rate of €20 until March 8, International Women’s Day). A virtual results hub link will be available to add results from the 30th April to May 3rd.

Mini-mini event details (for the little ones) to be announced. 

All participants will receive a finishers medal.

Postal option for top and race number to save you time on the day.

We look forward to welcoming you to Ballina for this fantastic event for the very first time!