Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon is launched in the capital

A GROUP of women came together in Dublin this week to launch the 2020 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon.  

The event, now in its 38th year, will take place on Bank Holiday Sunday, May 31. Over 30,000 women are expected to walk, jog and run the 10K route in Dublin city centre starting in Fitzwilliam Square and finishing on Baggot Street.

The Ryan sisters Lottie and Bonnie, along with mum, Morah, broadcaster Georgie Crawford, fitness enthusiast Leanne Moore and actress Demi Isaac Oviawe will make up the 2020 Vhi Squad.

The group is calling on women all around the country to run stronger together and join them at the largest all female event of its kind in the world. 

At the launch, Vhi revealed a brand new finisher t-shirt for this year’s event which will be given to everyone who crosses the finish line. 

Vhi is also rewarding each of its customers who have paid the €25 entry fee for the event with a €25 reward which they can claim using Snap & Send in the Vhi app.

For the first time ever this year, the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon is offering women the opportunity to have a personalised race number so each participant’s name will appear on the race number that will be worn on the day, giving women the opportunity to be cheered on and supported by the crowd.

Women who register for the event before May 4 have the opportunity to receive their race number by post and there will also be a number of race number pick-up points in Dublin and around the country in May.

The Vhi said it is delighted to welcome Dublin City Council on board as one of the official race partners this year and is looking forward to working with them to showcase the capital city on race day.

Entries are open now at www.vhiwomensminimarathon.ie 

David O’Leary, General Manager, Women’s Mini Marathon, said the event is far more than a race. “It is mostly about empowerment; of communities, of causes and of women,” said Mr O’Leary.

“And, of course, it is about fun, fitness, families and friendship too. It is a unique event at the heart of the culture of our country that we all cherish.” 

Lottie Ryan said she is delighted to be involved in this year’s event. 

“It is a very special event and having my sister Bonnie and mum Morah on the Vhi Squad with me is only going to make it even more special. We can’t wait to get started,” she said. 

“It is amazing to see so many women involved and the variety of reasons for signing up. It could be fitness related, raising funds for a cause close to your heart or just to enjoy a day out with your family and friends. 

“Join us on May 31 as 30,000 women walk, jog and run the streets of Dublin in the biggest event of its kind.”

For further information visit www.vhiwomensminimarathon.ie