MessengerCascais Christmas Run
- Tue, December 1, 2026
- 12 €
- 2 races
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Price increases in 15 days 05 hours 40 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The Heróis Betano Cascais Corrida de Natal is a 5 km running and walking event taking place on December 1, 2026, in Cascais, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Passeio D. Luis I, Baía de Cascais, offering a scenic urban route through key avenues and streets of Cascais.
This event is open to participants of all ages and fitness levels, including wheelchair users, and promotes sports inclusion through a solidarity initiative supporting adapted sports projects with a €10,000 fund. The race features multiple start blocks based on athletes’ previous race times, ensuring a fair and organized start for all.
With a festive and inclusive atmosphere, the Corrida de Natal encourages community participation through both running and walking options, making it accessible and welcoming for everyone.
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Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Passeio D. Luis I, Baía de Cascais
Start times per category/distance: Start at 18:30 with staggered waves by start blocks based on previous race times
Cut-off times: Maximum duration of the race is 1 hour
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 30, 2026, from 10:00 to 18:00
• December 1, 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00
• Location: Nova School of Business and Economics – Carcavelos
Participants limit: 2,500
Registration deadline: December 1, 2026, or until limit is reached
Surface types: Urban paved roads and sidewalks
Course format: Single 5 km urban loop
Race routes: Route includes Av. Dom Carlos I, Passeio de Dom Luis I, Alameda dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra, Av. Valbom, Rua Dra. Iracy Doyle, Rua Visconde da Luz, Rua Manuel Joaquim de Avelar, Rua dos Navegantes, Rua Marques Leal Pancada, Largo da Assunção, Av. da Republica, Rotunda Conde Baraona, Av. Vigia do Facho, Av. Rei Humberto II de Itália, Rotunda Papa João Paulo II, Av. Dom Pedro I, finishing at Passeio de Dom Luis I
Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in bib, personal and non-transferable
Toilets and aid station placement: Liquid and solid refreshments provided at the finish line
Prizes: Medals for all finishers; prizes for top 3 male and female overall finishers; electronic participation diploma available online
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds are provided for registration fees. Participants may transfer their bib and chip to another person until November 16, 2026, by notifying the organization in writing.
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Road Running
Walking
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt (male or female model), bib, timing chip, safety pins
🏅 Finisher prize: event medal and electronic participation diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results by chip timing system
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments at the finish line
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance with ambulances on course and at start/finish
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
📸 Photography/video coverage authorized by participants
🏆 Prizes for top 3 male and female finishers
