Messenger1st edition Father's Day Running
Event summary
The 1st Edition Dia do Pai a Correr is a running event taking place on March 15, 2026, at the Estádio de Futebol de Aguiar da Beira in Guarda, Portugal. It features a 10 km race and an 8 km walk, with an additional kids’ run of 400 meters for ages 6 to 9.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the race, and from 10 years old for the walk, with a focus on promoting sport and healthy living habits. It includes competitive categories with monetary prizes for the top finishers and trophies for age groups, creating a competitive yet community-oriented atmosphere.
The race route circles the town of Aguiar da Beira, starting and finishing at the municipal stadium, with marked paths and staff guidance to ensure safety and clarity. The event also offers a kids’ race, making it family-friendly.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors (born 2007/2008)
• Seniors (born 1992 to 2006)
• Vet I (1987 to 1991)
• Vet II (1982 to 1986)
• Vet III (1977 to 1981)
• Vet IV (1972 to 1976)
• Vet V (1967 to 1971)
• Vet VI (1966 and before)
Start/finish locations: Estádio Municipal de Aguiar da Beira
Start times per category/distance:
• Kids’ run (400m): 09:15
• 10 km race: 09:45
• 8 km walk: 09:55
Cut-off times: 2 hours 30 minutes for both race and walk
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 14, 16:00–19:00 at Estádio de Futebol de Aguiar da Beira
• March 15, 07:30–09:00 at Estádio de Futebol de Aguiar da Beira
Registration deadline: March 9, 2026, at 23:59
Surface types: Public roads around the town of Aguiar da Beira
Course format: Loop course around the town
Race routes: 10 km running route and 8 km walking route starting and finishing at the municipal stadium
Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated into the race bib
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid station with liquids and fruit at the midpoint and finish
Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 5 overall male and female in the 10 km race; trophies for top 3 in each age category; medals for kids’ run participants
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Walking 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib and electronic timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: medals for kids’ run participants
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with official results
🥤 Aid stations with liquids and fruit at midpoint and finish
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🚿 Showers available at the venue
🏆 Monetary prizes for top 5 overall male and female finishers in the 10 km race
🏆 Trophies for top 3 in each age category
