MessengerSESIMBRA NIGHT RUN
- Sat, September 19, 2026
- 7,50 € — 9,50 €
- 2 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The Sesimbra Night Run is a running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Sesimbra, Portugal. It features two distances: a 5 km competitive run or walk starting at 20:00 and a 10 km race starting at 21:00, both beginning at Praça da Califórnia.
The 10 km race is open to participants aged 18 and over, while the 5 km race allows juvenile athletes aged 16 and 17. The event welcomes athletes with disabilities who must provide proof of their condition. The race includes multiple age categories for men and women, as well as a category for athletes with disabilities.
The race offers a night running experience along scenic routes by the waterfront and local landmarks, creating a unique atmosphere for competitors of various levels.
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Start/finish locations: Praça da Califórnia, Sesimbra
Start times per category/distance:
• 5 km run/walk: 20:00
• 10 km race: 21:00
Age categories/divisions:
• Juveniles M/F (16-17 years)
• Juniors M/F (18-19 years)
• Sub 23 M/F (20-22 years)
• Seniors M/F (23-34 years)
• M/F 35 (35-39 years)
• M/F 40 (40-44 years)
• M/F 45 (45-49 years)
• M/F 50 (50-54 years)
• M/F 55 (55-59 years)
• M/F 60 (60-64 years)
• M/F 65 (65-69 years)
• M/F 70 (70+ years)
• Single category for athletes with disabilities
Participant limit: 500
Registration deadline: September 14, 2026
Bib pick-up time and location: September 19, 2026, from 16:00 to 21:00 at Praça da Califórnia
Surface types: Urban roads and waterfront paths
Course format: 5 km single lap; 10 km two laps
Race routes:
• 5 km: Start at Praça da Califórnia, along the waterfront, turnaround at the first breakwater roundabout
• 10 km: Two laps with turnaround before the roundabout on the first lap and near Hotel Sana on the second lap
Timing method: Electronic chip timing (MyLaps system)
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations at km 2.5 and finish for 5 km
• Aid stations at km 5 and finish for 10 km
Prizes:
• 10 km: trophies for top 3 overall men and women, top 3 in each age category, top 3 teams, and top 3 athletes with disabilities
• 5 km: trophies for top 3 overall men and women
• Participation trophies and other prizes for all participants
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Road Running 5 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: participation trophy and other prizes
⏱️ Timing + live results by category using MyLaps electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: organized aid stations and medical support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident coverage included
🥤 Aid stations: hydration points at specified kilometers and finish line
