Ballymount parkrun

Get involved in parkruns couch to 5k programme in Ballymount parkrun . Whether starting out or looking to get your running going again couch to 5k is a brilliant way to catch the running bug! Register @ parkrun.ie and come see what all the fuss is about every Saturday at 9.30

We are badly stuck for volunteers to make sure Ballymount parkrun #11 goes ahead ! We need barcode scanners , time keepers & Marshalls . Please dm us if you can help us out. No level of fitness or experience necessary. Help us out Dublin 24!

This weeks wonderfully poetic run report comes from Olive O Malley …..
5th September 2026
Ballymount parkrun #10

One hundred gathered, bright and keen,
For Ballymount’s tenth — what a scene!
Runners, walkers, side by side,
With smiles and friendship as our guide.

Caroline Nolan reached her fifty,
A milestone earned, and rightly nifty!
Fifty parkruns — what a feat,
A wonderful reason to celebrate and greet.

Peter Fenyvesi led the way,
First finisher on this special day,
While Vanessa Sallier’s age grade soared,
A brilliant performance to be applauded.

Four first-timers took their very first stride,
With Ballymount friends there by their side:
Gareth Davies, Alice Harding too,
Catherine Birch and Ryan Byrne — welcome to you!

From Poland and Hungary visitors came,
Adding international sparkle to the game.
And parkruns near and parkruns far,
From Corkagh to Galway, our visitors are stars.

Griffen, Shanganagh, Fairview’s crew,
Dodder Valley joined in too.
And Michal Tomasz deserves a cheer —
His sixtieth parkrun location,
And only his second one here in Ireland!

Twenty-two Super Volunteers stood,
Giving their time as only they could.
Marshalling, scanning, guiding the way,
Making Ballymount special on parkrun day.

Niamh’s First Timers’ talk was expertly done,
Well attended, informative and fun.
With tips and encouragement to set them right,
She helped our newcomers start their morning bright.

Then Charis, Run Director, gave the call,
Bang on 9:30, she sent off them all!
One hundred set off with energy and cheer,
To tackle the course we love so dear.

And after fifty-six minutes had passed,
Sorina, Tail Walker, came home last.
Bringing everyone safely back to the fold,
With kindness and care worth more than gold.

So here’s to number ten — hip hip hooray!
To every runner and walker who came out today,
To milestones, visitors, volunteers and fun,
And to all who make Ballymount numbe one!

Ten events down, with many more to go,
With friendships to make and PBs to show.
Whatever your pace, whether running or walking,
Ballymount welcomes you —
keep moving, keep smiling, keep talking!
🫒 Olive 🫒

Run director Charis is back on tomorrow as we look forward to Ballymount parkrun #10 at 9.30 in the morning. Don’t forget your barcode! We’ll bring the music & the vibes

Volunteers needed!! Have you heard the news? Ballymount park has a parkrun every Saturday morning fueled by volunteers. We need your help to keep this going! We’ve had visitors from all over Ireland and from as far away as Australia , Boston , Chicago & more experiencing the joys of Ballymount park. Please dm us if you can help . No experience or fitness level required

THIS IS YOUR SIGN! If you are looking to get back into or completely start running again - then register for parkruns couch to 5k 6 week problem. We’ll be looking forward to seeing any interested people this Saturday at 9.30

This weeks run report is available to view here https://www.parkrun.ie/ballymount/news/2026/08/29/ballymount-parkrun-9-29th-august-2026/ with lots of pics from Ballymount parkrun #9

Ballymount parkrun #9 saw another new run director makes his debut as Darren Bracken effortlessly guided 91 runners home today with the aid of 19 hi vis heroes on a drizzly but pleasant morning. Darren also ensures our website is up to date with plenty of photos and run reports so is a huge part of the team. He was so busy today we barely got pics of him! Thanks to all the volunteers - we were tight today so appeal to our local area to help us out whenever you can - it really is a great vibe ! Congrats again Darren - full run report to follow

Ballymount parkrun #9 at 9.30 in the morning !! Run , walk , bring the dog or bring the buggy! Start your Saturday off the best way