by Sam Curtis | Sep 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Entries for the 2026 Liffey Descent are now closed. The full start list is now available below for this years race, please check the start list to ensure your age and category are correct. Please be sure to check the wave number for your category to ensure you start...
by Sam Curtis | Sep 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
The 2026 Liffey Descent is nearly here! Registration takes place from 5-8pm Fri 18th September at the Dublin University Boat Club in Kilmainham. Racing will get underway at 12pm on Saturday 19th September from the K-Club in Straffan, Co. Kildare. Final Bulletin At...
by Sam Curtis | Sep 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
R ace Bulletin #2 All paddlers should be of Level 3 standard or have similar ability. Bib collection will take place on Friday 18th of September 5-8pm at the Dublin University Boat Club, National War Memorial Gardens, Kilmainham, Dublin for collection of – Bibs....
by Sam Curtis | Sep 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Race day Saturday 19th September 2026. All class start lists will be published on the website before the race. What’s included in race entry? Precision race results Rescue and first aid Event T-shirt Event photographers Post-event food. Free Parking For the 2026 race...
by Sam Curtis | Sep 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
For an exciting 65th anniversary of the Liffey Descent the finish line returns to the National War Memorial Gardens in Kilmainham, at Dublin University Boat Club. This classic finish location will provide a fantastic setting to welcome paddlers across the line and...
by Sam Curtis | Sep 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Preparations are progressing well for the 65th Liffey Descent, which will take place on Saturday 19 September 2026, marking another edition of this iconic event. Canoeing Ireland continues to monitor recent weather and river conditions and is liaising closely with the...
by Sam Curtis | Aug 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Canoeing Ireland is working closely with partners and stakeholders to ensure the 65th Liffey Descent takes place on Saturday 19 September 2026. The Liffey Descent is one of Ireland’s longest-running sporting events and holds a special place within the paddling...
by Sam Curtis | Aug 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
We’ve made a change to the minimum age for the Adult & Child class in two-person boats. The minimum age for the junior paddler has been reduced from 16 to 14 years. This change applies only to junior paddlers in a double boat with an adult. The junior...
by Sam Curtis | Apr 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
Canoeing Ireland has confirmed that the 65th edition of the Liffey Descent will take place on Saturday, 19th September 2026, marking another milestone for one of Ireland’s most iconic and enduring sporting events. For over six decades, the Liffey Descent has brought...
by Sam Curtis | Oct 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Since its inception in 1960, the Liffey Descent has stood as a landmark on both the Irish and international racing calendar. The unique challenge of thirty kilometres of racing through the stunning landscapes of the River Liffey — and over ten iconic weirs along the...
