Run Into the Sunset
On Summer Solstice
A fast and scenic 10K through quiet country roads in Ennis. Starting at 7:00pm on the longest day of the year, you'll chase the golden hour light through the Clare countryside.
Ennis Summer Solstice 10K • June 19, 2026 • 7:00pm Start • Chase the Sunset
Ennis Summer Solstice 10K • June 19, 2026 • 7:00pm Start • Chase the Sunset
Ennis Summer Solstice Race 2026
Golden Hour Running
7pm start means you're running in perfect evening light. Sunset doesn't hit until after 9pm in June – you'll finish bathed in that golden summer glow.
Lees Road, Ennis, Co. Clare
Thursday, June 19, 2026 • 7:00pm Start
10 Kilometre
Fast, Quiet Country Roads
No city traffic. No busy streets. Just you, quiet Clare countryside roads, and the rhythm of your feet hitting the pavement.
friday evening race
The ultimate weekend kickoff. Finish work, run 10K, start your weekend with endorphins pumping and a medal around your neck."
what’s included in your entry?
You Get:
Chip timing with instant results
Finisher's medal for all participants
Water stations on course
Fully marshalled and supported route
Post-race refreshments
Prizes for top finishers
The perfect Friday evening workout
A summer memory you'll want to repeat
race day details to know
Evening Timeline
6:00pm - 6:45pm: Registration & race pack collection
7:00pm: Race starts (sharp)
8:30pm: Course closes
Medal collection at finish line
Post-race refreshments
Location & Route
Start/Finish: Lees Road, Ennis
Distance: 10 Kilometre (6.2 miles)
Course: Fast, quiet country roads
Surface: Tarmac
Scenic Clare countryside throughout
Who Can Enter
Open to runners, joggers, and walkers
All paces welcome
Perfect for after-work racing
Great for clubs, groups, solo runners
Summer Solstice Timing
7:00pm start = perfect evening temperature
Sunset isn't until 9:30pm in June
You'll run in golden hour light
Finish with the sun still up
Still time for post-race celebration