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The 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon was officially launched today, with 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday, 4 October at the University of Limerick. Pictured at the launch were L-R Carol McGrath, Cystic Fibrosis Ireland,Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Phil Deegan, Clionas Foundation , Emma Mullane, Limerick Suicide Watch and Anna Pringle, Sanctuary Runners. Pic Arthur Ellis The 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon was officially launched today, with 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday, 4 October at the University of Limerick. Pictured at the launch were L-R Carol McGrath, Cystic Fibrosis Ireland,Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Phil Deegan, Clionas Foundation , Emma Mullane, Limerick Suicide Watch and Anna Pringle, Sanctuary Runners. Pic Arthur Ellis

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Registration opens for the 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon taking place on October 4

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The 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon was officially launched, with 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday, 4 October at the University of Limerick. Pictured at the launch were L-R Carol McGrath, Cystic Fibrosis Ireland,Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Phil Deegan, Clionas Foundation , Emma Mullane, Limerick Suicide Watch and Anna Pringle, Sanctuary Runners. Pic Arthur Ellis

Registration has officially opened for the 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon with 4,000 participants expected to take part

The 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon was officially launched today, with 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday, 4 October at the University of Limerick. Pictured at the launch were L-R John Cleary, Race Director, Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Mark Whelan, Limerick Athletics Club and Pat Burke, Vice President and General Manager Cook Medical. Pic Arthur Ellis
John Cleary, Race Director, Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Mark Whelan, Limerick Athletics Club and Pat Burke, Vice President and General Manager Cook Medical. Pic Arthur Ellis

Registration for the 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon has officially opened, with 4,000 participants expected to take part in a celebration of 30 years of Cook Medical in Limerick, reinforcing its commitment to wellbeing, community connection, and social impact.

Taking place on Sunday, October 4, the Mini Marathon will once again welcome participants of all ages and abilities to walk, jog, or run the 5 km and 10 km routes, starting at 12 pm from the University of Limerick.

Now a firm fixture in Limerick’s events calendar, the Mini Marathon continues to bring together individuals, families, and communities with a shared goal of supporting causes that matter. Each year, the event raises vital funds for local and national charities, with participants linking their registration to a charity of their choice through the Give2you platform.


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Speaking about the event, Race Director John Cleary said, “The Cook Medical Mini Marathon is an event that truly brings people together. Year after year, we see incredible support from across the country, with participants taking part not just for the challenge, but to make a meaningful difference for charities. We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back to the start line this October.”

“The Mini Marathon is a great example of what can be achieved when people come together with a shared purpose,” said Carla DiBenedetto, HR director and race ambassador at Cook Medical.

The 2026 Cook Medical Mini Marathon was officially launched today, with 4,000 participants expected to take part on Sunday, 4 October at the University of Limerick. Pictured at the launch were L-R John Cleary, Race Director, Kieran O'Donnell TD, Minister of State at the Department of Health and at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Mark Whelan, Limerick Athletics Club and Pat Burke, Vice President and General Manager Cook Medical. Pic Arthur Ellis
John Cleary, Race Director, Kieran O’Donnell TD, Minister of State at the Department of Health and at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Carla DiBenedetto, HR Director Cook Medical, Mark Whelan, Limerick Athletics Club and Pat Burke, Vice President and General Manager Cook Medical. Pic Arthur Ellis

“It’s about encouraging wellbeing, supporting important causes, and creating a positive experience for the whole community. As we mark 30 years in Limerick, we’re proud to support an event that reflects these values and brings so many people together each year.”

All participants will receive a 2026 race top and a commemorative medal. To register for the Cook Medical Mini Marathon, visit the registration website.

As Cook Medical marks 30 years in Limerick this year, the company continues to support initiatives that strengthen connections across the local community, with a clear purpose to empower customers, patients, employees, and communities to reach their full potential. Their activities may vary across the globe, but together they are committed to making an impact everywhere they operate in their unique Cook way.

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