The Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon 2025 awaits you on Inis Mór this April – all to support Mater Hospital patients

• Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon back for a third year to support Mater Hospital patients
• Run, jog or walk on the beautiful island of Inis Mór
• The Half Marathon weekend takes place from 11th to 13th April 2025
• Weekend and overnight packages available
• Visit www.materfoundation.ie to learn more and register for this unique event

Take part in a half marathon with a difference this spring, as the Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon returns for its third year supporting patients in the Mater Public Hospital.

Touch down on Inis Mór, the largest of the spectacular Aran Islands, on the weekend of 11th – 13th April for an unforgettable weekend of action, community and breath-taking scenery.

The Mater Hospital Foundation is calling on runners, joggers and walkers to join in the fun and participate in this marathon with a difference, with weekend and overnight packages available. The Half Marathon is a unique opportunity to take in the spectacular and scenic surroundings of Inis Mór and to soak up the atmosphere, ceol and culture that the island has to offer. This unique event is raising vital funds for the Mater Hospital Foundation, with proceeds going to support vital new equipment to support patients where it is needed most in the hospital.

In the past two years, the Aer Arann Islands Half marathon has raised over €200,000 to transform and improve patients care in the Mater, which provides expert, specialist treatment to more than 420,000 patients and their families from across Ireland each year.

Commenting on this year’s event, Mary Moorhead, Chief Executive of the Mater Hospital Foundation says, “We’re so excited to be heading back to Inis Mór for a third year of fun and friendship, as our marathoners come together for a unique experience, all while doing something really special for patients and their families in the Mater Hospital. If you haven’t taken on the half marathon before, I would urge you to sign up and take part in what is certainly going to be a weekend to remember.

She adds, “As always, we would like extend a heart-felt thank you to the Committee, volunteers and residents of Inis Mór for always making the event a truly magical occasion. Our sincere gratitude to Aer Arann, whose continued commitment to the half marathon helps make it possible very year.” Peter Mc Kenna, Managing Director, Aer Arann Islands said, “This year, Aer Arann Islands is delighted to work with the Mater Hospital Foundation and the Inis Mór community to create another unforgettable and enjoyable experience whilst, at the same time, raising much needed funds to purchase vital equipment for the Mater Hospital. The entire route passes through magnificent coastline scenery with world famous views of wide bays and sandy beaches. So, whether you run, walk, or jog, the Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon is a unique and memorable experience for all involved. Thank you for your participation for this great cause and we look forward to flying you there.“

Get your ticket and fundraising page today by visiting www.materfoundation.ie/inismor2025 or by contacting the Mater Hospital Foundation’s Community and Events Specialist Angela McNulty at amcnulty@materfoundation.ie. You can also find out more by visiting www.materfoundation.ie or call the Mater Hospital Foundation on 01 830 3482.

Bígí linn an t-Aibreán seo agus ná caill amach ar deireadh seachtaine fíor speisialta ag an Leath-Mharatón Aer Arann Islands ar Inis Mór.