VHI Women’s Mini Marathon

Update – Team IKA Mini Marathon Places Sold Out

Our charity places for the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon 2026 are now fully booked.

You can still register directly with the event for the Virtual Women’s Mini Marathon and, if you wish, fundraise for kidney patients and their families on iDonate. We’d be delighted to support you.

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VHI Women's Mini Marathon | Irish Kidney Association

Join Team IKA

The VHI Women’s Mini Marathon is an annual event that usually takes place on the June Bank Holiday weekend in Dublin city covering a distance of 10km.

  • Sunday, 31st May, 2026 at 12:30PM
  • Dublin City Centre
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Why Join Team IKA 2026?

  • Enjoy a breakfast reception at the Iveagh Hotel and get your t-shirt
  • Meet and greet with the IKA and fellow female IKA supporters
  • Get your fab gift bag with Faro Beauty and La Roche Posay goodies
  • Discount on a stay at the Iveagh Hotel (night before or on event day)
  • Get support from our Fundraising Team with your iDonate page
  • Be in with the chance to win an exciting prize for the top fundraisers

By choosing to run for the Irish Kidney Association, you’re making a real difference to people living with kidney disease.

Your fundraising helps to provide vital patient support services, holiday breaks, counselling, advocacy, and public awareness about organ donation and kidney health.

VHI Women's Mini Marathon | Irish Kidney Association

Join Team IKA

Please note: We are currently sold out of charity places for the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon 2026.

If you already have a place and would like to fundraise for kidney patients and their families, join Team IKA on iDonate.

Meet our Mini Marathon Runners

Our little boy’s kidney journey

Danielle’s little boy was born with only one kidney, and it isn’t the right shape or size, so it doesn’t work as it should. Her family has faced heartbreaking news and an uncertain future, but also moments of huge relief and hope thanks to the care and support they’ve received. The money Danielle raises will support vital kidney services and facilities – a lifeline for people needing treatment, and something her own family may need in the future.

Story shared by: Danielle C.

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My Husband’s Transplant Gave us our Life Back

Michelle’s husband Mark was born with polycystic kidney disease. Over the last 5 years they have been on a journey of peritoneal and haemodialysis, and a major nephrectomy, all while raising their young sons, Noah and Ollie. In 2025, Michelle opened her home salon and, soon after, Mark received a life‑changing kidney transplant in Beaumont Hospital. Grateful for Tallaght Hospital’s care and their donor family’s selfless gift, Michelle wants to honour organ donation and offer hope to others.

Story shared by: Michelle M.

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Running for Yan

Cecile’s partner Yan was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy (Berger disease) in 2022. After biopsies, peritoneal surgery and starting peritoneal dialysis, they now wait for the life‑changing call for a kidney transplant. Unable to be a donor herself, Cecile is running the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon to support the IKA’s vital work.

Story shared by: Michelle M.

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Courtney’s Second Chance

Born with kidney dysplasia, Courtney’s childhood was defined by hospital stays, years of peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis, and missing out on many of the simple joys other children take for granted. In 2003, she became the first child to receive a transplant in Temple Street, giving her over 20 years of new life. After sudden kidney failure in 2025, Courtney is back on dialysis and now taking on the Women’s Mini Marathon to give back to the charities that have supported her every step of the way.

Story shared by: Courtney K.

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Honouring My Donor

Orla is taking part in this year’s VHI Women’s Mini Marathon to raise awareness of organ donation and funds for the Irish Kidney Association. After years of serious illness from a young age, her life changed completely following a life‑saving transplant in 2022. She is deeply grateful to her donor’s family and wants to honour their incredible gift of life.

Story shared by: Orla C.

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