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Event summary
EDP New Generation is a running event for young athletes aged 6 to 17, taking place on March 6, 2027, in Lisbon. The race distances vary from 600 meters to 2,500 meters, tailored to different age categories.
The event is part of the EDP Meia Maratona de Lisboa program and is organized by Maratona Clube de Portugal. It offers a unique opportunity for young runners to participate in official athletics competitions with free registration and a supportive atmosphere.
The race starts at 16:00 in front of the Centro Cultural de Belém – Praça do Império, with no timing system used. All participants receive an official medal and other commemorative items, fostering a festive and inclusive environment for youth athletics.
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Start/finish locations: Concentration and start at 15:00 on the street in front of Centro Cultural de Belém – Praça do Império, Lisbon
Start times per category/distance: Start at 16:00 on March 6, 2027
Cut-off times: 2 hours, finishing at 18:00
Participants limit: Maximum 1,000 participants
Age categories/divisions:
• 6-8 years
• 9-11 years
• 12-13 years
• 14-17 years
• Categories: Male and Female
Course format: Distances of 600m, 900m, 1500m, and 2500m
Race routes: According to map published on www.maratonaclubedeportugal.com
Bib pick-up time and location: March 4 and 5, 2027, from 10:00 to 20:00 at Sala Rio – Centro de Congressos de Lisboa
Prizes: Medals for the top 3 in each age group and category; all participants receive an official medal and commemorative items
Timing method: No timing system used
Toilets and aid station placement: No aid stations during the race; water distributed at the finish
Drop bag policy: No equipment collection service
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Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: t-shirt (5 sizes, subject to availability), bib, individual equipment bag, sponsor gifts and information
🏅 Finisher prize: official medal for all participants and medals for top 3 in each category
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance along the course and medical tent at finish
🛡️ Insurance: sports insurance covering all participants
🥤 Aid stations: water provided at the finish
