MessengerVila Rio Run 2026
Event summary
The Corrida Vila Rio 2026 is a running event taking place on May 24, 2026, at Parque Urbano Póvoa de Santa Iria, Vila Rio, Portugal. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m Kids Race, offering options for different ages and fitness levels.
The 10 km race is open to all participants aged 18 and over, while the 5 km walk welcomes participants of all ages. The Kids Race is designed for children up to 12 years old. The course is flat and scenic, running alongside the Tagus River and the new boardwalk connecting Lisbon to the eastern city area.
The event has a family-friendly atmosphere with separate races for kids and walkers, making it inclusive and accessible for the community.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniores and Seniores (18 to 34 years)
• Vet I (35 to 39 years)
• Vet II (40 to 44 years)
• Vet III (45 to 49 years)
• Vet IV (50 to 54 years)
• Vet V (55 to 59 years)
• Vet VI (60 to 64 years)
• Vet VII (65 to 69 years)
• Vet VIII (70+ years)
Start/finish locations: Parque Urbano Póvoa de Santa Iria, Vila Rio
Start times per category/distance:
• Kids Race 500m: 09:15
• Corrida 10km: 09:45
• Caminhada 5km: 09:50
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 22, 10:00–20:00 at Xistarca facilities
• May 23, 10:00–18:30 at Stand Vila Rio, Póvoa de Santa Iria
• May 24, 08:00–09:00 at event start location (extra €3.00 or €5.00 if not pre-purchased)
Surface types: Flat course with views of the Tagus River and new boardwalk
Timing method: Chip timing available for the 10 km race
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with Água Vimeiro at 5 km and finish for 10 km race
• Aid station with Água Vimeiro at finish for 5 km walk and Kids Race
Prizes:
• Trophy for the top 3 overall male and female finishers in the 10 km race
• Trophy for the top 3 finishers in each age category of the 10 km race
• Prizes can be claimed up to 30 days after the event at Xistarca facilities
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Kids 500 m
Walk 5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, chip (10 km only), technical t-shirt, bag/backpack, finisher medal
🏅 Finisher prize: medal
⏱️ Timing + chip timing for 10 km race
🥤 Aid stations: Água Vimeiro water at 5 km and finish for 10 km, at finish for 5 km and Kids Race
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for registered participants
🧳 Bag storage (bengaleiro) available at start area for closed bags only
