Together We Ride.
Together we are making a difference.

Curragh to Curragh Charity Cycle brings cyclists, families, supporters, and communities together to raise vital funds for Cancer Trials Ireland and support life-changing cancer research across Ireland.

Saturday

Aug 29th 2026

Curragh

County Kildare

Together

We Can

WE HAVE RAISED

€1,200,000

SO FAR IN 5 YEARS FOR CANCER TRIALS IRELAND WHICH IS AMAZING.

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

95KM CHALLENGE

Take on the full Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle experience through the heart of Kildare.

10:00am – The Curragh Racecourse

60KM COMMUNITY RIDE

A more relaxed option perfect for casual cyclists who want to enjoy the atmosphere and support a great cause.

11:00am – The Curragh Racecourse

We will finish together back at the Curragh racecourse where we will attempt to break a world record or the most yellow cycling jerseys in one location.

CURRAGH TO CURRAGH CHARITY CYCLE

A DAY THAT CHANGES LIVES

What began as the original Coast To Curragh Charity Cycle at The Curragh Racecourse has grown into something truly special — the Pat Smullen Race Day in aid of Cancer Trials Ireland, bringing together communities, cyclists, families, and supporters to help fund hope, research, and life-changing cancer trials across Ireland.

Schedule Of The Day

Time	Event
9.30am	Photos at the Curragh racecourse (plenty of parking available)
10am	Begin cycle at 10am sharp (95km from here to the finish, averaging maybe 26km per hour)
11.30am	Brickfield Stud (60km from here to the finish)
12pm	Rhode Village – food stop (55km from here to the finish)
2.00pm	Kildangan Stud – food stop (15km from here to the finish)
3.15pm	Curragh racecourse (we plan to be there after the 3rd race, there are 8 races in total)
3.40pm	Curragh racecourse – we will attmept to break a world record for the most yellow cycling jerseys
Also, at 11am	A smaller second group will leave the Curragh at 11am & will cycle 60km in total (a slower average of 20km per hour)
	This group is for casual cyclists. Please choose the group that will help you the enjoy the day to its fullest.
	Both groups will meet up at Kildangan Stud and then finish at the Curragh together as one large group.
	Showers will be available when we arrive back at the Curragh beside our car park. Go racing after the cycle.

Two Incredible Experiences. ONE UNFORGETTABLE DAY.

PART 1

Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle

Take part in an unforgettable charity cycle through the heart of Kildare, surrounded by incredible scenery, community spirit, and hundreds coming together for one amazing cause.

PART 2

Charity Race Day Over 12F

After the cycle, experience the excitement and atmosphere of race day at The Curragh Racecourse, featuring a special charity race run over 12 furlongs in aid of Cancer Trials Ireland.

Why not take part in the best and most fun cycling event in Ireland in 2026?
Get to visit 2 stud farms during the cycle.
All Cyclists have free admission to the races on the day plus they get 2 free tickets if they wish to meet friends there.

LET’S BREAK A WORLD RECORD TOGETHER.

This year, Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle is attempting to create the largest gathering of yellow cycling jerseys in one location — all in support of Cancer Trials Ireland.

Hundreds of cyclists, supporters, families, and communities coming together for one unforgettable moment to show the power of hope, unity, and community.

ONE GOAL.

ONE JERSEY.

ONE INCREDIBLE CAUSE.

WHY WE’RE DOING IT

Raise vital funds for Cancer Trials Ireland
Create awareness through community and sport
Unite hundreds of people for one meaningful cause
Make history together at The Curragh Racecourse
Show support for families affected by cancer

EVENT DETAILS

BE PART OF HISTORY.

Whether you cycle, support, volunteer, or donate — you can help us create something truly unforgettable.

Join The World Record Attempt

We have raised

€1,200,000

SO FAR IN 5 YEARS FOR CANCER TRIALS IRELAND WHICH IS AMAZING.

Here are videos

from our first 4 years.

2021 Event

2022 Event

2023 Event

2024 Event

MAIN SPONSOR 2026

Paddy Power

Proudly supporting Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle and helping us make a real difference for Cancer Trials Ireland.

Jennifer Hayes’ Story

Jennifer took part in the very first Coast To Curragh Charity Cycle in 2021.

After discovering a cyst on her pancreas just 13 months earlier, Jennifer faced an incredibly difficult journey with remarkable courage and strength.

She shared her story with us to highlight the incredible work carried out by Cancer Trials Ireland and why raising vital funds for cancer research is so important.

Jennifer joined us as Guest of Honour at the charity cycle — a powerful reminder of why this event means so much to so many people.

A Conversation With Eibhlín Mulroe

CEO of Cancer Trials Ireland

We had the privilege of sitting down with Eibhlín Mulroe, CEO of Cancer Trials Ireland, to discuss the incredible work being carried out across Ireland and the real impact cancer research and clinical trials have on patients and families.

This conversation highlights why events like Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle are so important — helping raise vital awareness, support, and funding for life-changing cancer research.

Every donation, every rider, and every supporter helps make this work possible.

IN LOVING MEMORY

Pat Smullen & Olive Lynch

Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle is proudly held in memory of two incredible people whose courage, kindness, and legacy continue to inspire so many.

Their strength, spirit, and impact remain at the heart of this event and the community that continues to come together each year in support of Cancer Trials Ireland.

PAT SMULLEN

One of Ireland’s greatest jockeys, Pat Smullen inspired the racing world not only through his extraordinary achievements on the track, but through his courage, humility, and determination off it.

Pat’s passion for raising awareness and support for cancer research continues to inspire this event and everyone who takes part.

His legacy lives on through every rider, every supporter, and every life impacted by the funds raised.

OLIVE LYNCH

Olive Lynch was a much-loved member of the community whose warmth, kindness, and strength touched the lives of so many people.

Her memory continues to inspire the spirit of togetherness, compassion, and hope that defines Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle.