Messenger38th Great Prize of Athletics of Mendiga 2026
- Sun, November 29, 2026
- Free — 12 €
- 6 races
-
Registration closes in 22 days 21 hours 23 min
Event summary
The 38th Grande Prémio de Atletismo de Mendiga is a running event taking place on November 29, 2026, in Mendiga – Porto de Mós. It offers two main race distances: 10 km and 15 km.
The event is open to athletes of all genders and ages, with categories for seniors and various veteran age groups for the 15 km race. There is also a youth race with shorter distances for different age groups and a non-competitive 5 km rural walk. The races include individual and team competitions with trophies and monetary prizes.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented with awards for local athletes and teams, and additional activities such as a traditional lunch available for purchase. Showers are provided near the finish line for participants.
Add to your Events
Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.
Plan itInformation
Start/finish locations: At the A.R.C.D. Mendiga grounds
Start times per category/distance:
• Juvenile races: 10:00
• Rural walk: 11:10
• Main races (10km and 15km): 11:00
Cut-off times:
• 15km: 2 hours
• 10km: 1 hour 30 minutes
Registration deadline: November 26, 2026
Course format: Single race for all categories in 10km and 15km distances
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations will be set up along the course
Prizes:
• 15km: Monetary prizes and trophies for top 10 individuals, top 3 teams, top 3 per age category, oldest finisher, and top 3 local athletes
• 10km: Monetary prizes and trophies for top 3 individuals and top 3 teams
• Monetary prize of €100 for the team with the most registered athletes in 10km and 15km
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellation and refund policies are defined by the Event Organizer.
Location
get directionsRaces
Road Running 15 km
Road Running 15 km Federated
Road Running 10 km
Road Running 10 km Federated
Walking 5 km
Kids
Benefits
🏅 Finisher prize: trophies and monetary prizes for top finishers and teams
🥤 Aid stations: refreshment points along the course
🚿 Showers: available in nearby bathing facilities after the race
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included for participants up to 70 years old
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number provided upon registration
🎁 Souvenirs for all youth race finishers
🍽️ Traditional lunch available for purchase after the event
