24/08/2026
It's back!!!!!
Purple Run is back 🏃💜
Irish rugby international Joe McCarthy has joined forces with his brother Andrew and members of Down Syndrome Ireland to launch the 2026 Purple Run! 🏃♀️
This October, during Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re calling on people across Ireland to walk, jog or run 42km across the month.
Joining Joe and Andrew as ambassadors are Fintan and his sister Kathrina, Liam, Elisha and Libb with her baby Ben.
And every euro raised will directly support Down Syndrome Ireland’s services nationwide, helping people with Down syndrome reach their potential and access support at every stage of life.
Sign up and you’ll receive your exclusive Purple Run running top, a progress calendar and access to our Purple Run community!
Join Joe, Andrew and thousands of others this October and sign up today at PurpleRun.ie 💜