Run and walk event in memory of late mountain climber to return to Kildare
Alan Mahon tragically passed away while climbing Mount Elbrus back in 2019
A run and walk event which in memory of a late mountain climber is set to return to County Kildare at the end of the month.
The event honours late Kildangan resident Alan Mahon, who tragically passed away while climbing Mount Elbrus, which is the largest mountain in Russia (and also the whole of Europe) back in 2019.
He is survived by his wife and best friend Deirdre, his children Nora, Alice and Ollie, his parents Dennis (Dee) and Teresa, brothers Barry and Dennis, parents-in-law, Francis and Marie Quigley, sisters-in-law Mary, Aoife, Margaret and Caroline, brothers-in-law Michael and John, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and colleagues.
The 5K / 3K event will take place on the grounds of Kildangan GAA Club and will lead attendees through to Kildangan Stud.
In addition, live music, kids activities, a hang tough event and a barbeque will take place during the event.
The 2026 Alan Mahon memorial run and walk will take place on Friday, June 19, 2026.
It will kick off at 6.30pm.
Anyone who wishes to register for the event can visit www.justrunsevents.ie.