Messenger3rd Run / Walk Memorial João Maltez
Event summary
The III Corrida / Caminhada Memorial João Maltez is a running and walking event taking place on June 28, 2026, in Rio de Moinhos and Glória, Portugal. It features a 10 km competitive race, a 6.5 km walk, and several kids’ races ranging from 500 to 3000 meters.
The event is open to all athletes, federated and non-federated, with the 10 km race restricted to participants aged 18 and over. It honors the memory of João Maltez, a beloved athlete from the local community, and includes a solidarity component supporting a child named David, who suffers from epilepsy and cerebral palsy.
The race routes are fully on asphalt and connect the two localities, with a rotating start and finish between Rio de Moinhos and Glória. The event offers a festive and community-oriented atmosphere, including competitive races for youth categories and a walk accessible to all fitness levels.
For each registration in the race or walk, €1 will be donated to support David’s treatments and daily needs. Participants may also make an additional voluntary donation during the registration process.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamim A (2017/2018/2019) Masc/Fem
• Benjamim B (2015/2016) Masc/Fem
• Infantis (2013/2014) Masc/Fem
• Iniciados (2011/2012) Masc/Fem
• Juvenis (2009/2010) Masc/Fem
• Juniores (2007/2008) F/M
• Séniores (2006 and before) F/M
• Veteranos M35/F35 (35-39 years)
• Veteranos M40/F40 (40-49 years)
• Veteranos M50/F50 (50-59 years)
• Veteranos M60/F60 (60+ years)
Start/finish locations: Start at Campo de Futebol de Rio de Moinhos, finish at Ringue Desportivo de Glória
Start times per category/distance:
• 9:00 – 10 km race (Juniores, Séniores, Veteranos categories)
• 9:00 – Kids races (Benjamim A/B 500m, Infantis 1000m, Iniciados 2000m, Juvenis 3000m)
• 9:05 – Walk 6.5 km
Cut-off times: 2 hours for all races and walk
Bib pick-up time and location:
• June 27, 15:00–18:00
• June 28, 7:30–8:30
• Location: Rio de Moinhos event base
Participants limit: 450 total for main race, youth races, and walk combined
Registration deadline: June 23, 2026, or until limit reached
Surface types: Asphalt
Course format: Point-to-point from Rio de Moinhos to Glória
Race routes: 10 km race and walk share part of the route with separation at a designated point; kids races have separate marked routes
Toilets and aid station placement: Toilets and changing rooms at Cycling Serra D’Ossa, Rio de Moinhos; aid stations with liquids mid-race and liquids and solids at finish
Parking and shuttle details: Transport provided for athletes on race day between start and finish locations
Prizes: Medals for top finishers in youth categories, medals and regional products for top 3 in adult categories, trophies for top 3 teams and overall winners, monetary prizes for top 5 in 10 km race by gender and category
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Road Running 10 km
Walk 6.5 km
Youth
Kids
Road Running 10 km With Breakfast
Walk 6.5 km With Breakfast
Youth With Breakfast
Kids With Breakfast
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, technical t-shirt, finisher prize, mid-race liquid refreshment, post-race fruit and water, plus additional gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: included in athlete kit
🥤 Aid stations: liquids mid-race, liquids and solids at finish
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance available
🛡️ Insurance: participants covered by insurance contracted by the organization
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at Cycling Serra D’Ossa, Rio de Moinhos
🚌 Transport: provided for athletes between start and finish locations
🏆 Prizes: medals, trophies, regional products, and monetary awards for top finishers and teams