Streets of Longford 5k
Longford Town, Longford
30 Aug 2026
⚠ Start times change frequently. Always check with race organiser or their website for this year's confirmed start time before travelling.
Course map
Map based on 2025 route
⚠ This map is for indicative purposes only — routes can change, or be reversed, year to year. Check with the race organiser for this year's confirmed map.
Elevation profile
About this race
The Streets of Longford 5k begins and ends on Main Street, conveniently located adjacent to the Longford Arms Hotel which serves as the event's central headquarters. This popular road race follows a vibrant route that stays entirely within the historic town limits, offering participants a unique tour of the local urban landscape. Runners navigate the charming town streets, passing key landmarks in the heart of the midlands while surrounded by an enthusiastic community of spectators. The terrain is exceptionally flat and fast, consisting of well-maintained tarmac designed for peak performance and speed. This inclusive event provides a professional and high-spirited atmosphere, making it a premier choice for athletes of all levels seeking a personal best.
Course profile & record eligibility
World Athletics record-eligibility rules cap net elevation loss at 1m per km of race distance, and require the start and finish to be no more than 50% of the race distance apart — both meant to stop a course gaining an unfair edge from downhill grade or a point-to-point tailwind. This is based on this course's recorded elevation and GPS data, not an official measurement or certification.