Messenger26th Famalicão-Joane
Event summary
The XXVI Famalicão Joane running event will take place on May 17, 2026, featuring an 11.2 km race starting in Famalicão. Alongside, there is the I Corrida da Família Joane, a 4 km family run, and the XXIII Vermoim Joane, a 4 km walk, both starting in Vermoim.
The races are open to all ages and categories, including federated and popular athletes, with age divisions from Sub 23 to Veterans V. The event offers a festive atmosphere with options for families and competitive runners alike.
The courses run through urban and semi-urban areas, starting near LIDL in Famalicão and near the church in Vermoim, finishing at Parque da Ribeira in Joane. The event is organized by Associação Teatro Construção with support from local authorities and police.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 23 (born 2004 to 2010)
• Seniors (born 2003 and earlier, under 40 years)
• Veterans I (40 to 44 years)
• Veterans II (45 to 49 years)
• Veterans III (50 to 54 years)
• Veterans IV (55 to 59 years)
• Veterans V (60 years and older)
Start/finish locations:
• Corrida da Família Vermoim Joane and Caminhada Vermoim Joane start in Vermoim near the church
• Famalicão Joane race starts near LIDL on Av. Marechal Humberto Delgado, finishes at Parque da Ribeira in Joane
Start times per category/distance:
• Corrida da Família Joane 4 km: 09:30
• Caminhada Vermoim Joane 4 km: 09:35
• Famalicão Joane 11.2 km: 10:30
Cut-off times:
• Corrida da Família and Caminhada: 60 minutes
• Famalicão Joane: 1 hour 30 minutes; athletes must complete first 6 km within 60 minutes or be disqualified
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 16, 2026, 10:00–12:30 and 15:00–18:00 at Associação Teatro Construção (Centro Cultural de Joane)
• May 17, 2026, up to 30 minutes before start at respective start locations
Participants limit: 6000 athletes total across all events
Registration deadline: May 10, 2026
Surface types: Urban and semi-urban roads
Course format: Point-to-point courses finishing at Parque da Ribeira
Race routes:
• Corrida da Família and Caminhada: Vermoim church to Joane via Via Intermunicipal Joane-Vizela
• Famalicão Joane: LIDL Av. Marechal Humberto Delgado to Joane via Estrada Nacional 206
Parking and shuttle details:
• Shuttle buses from Joane to Vermoim and Famalicão before races
• Return shuttle from Parque da Ribeira to Famalicão after race
• Access to shuttles only with race bib or proof of registration
Prizes:
• Monetary prizes for top 3 in absolute general classification (male and female) awarded on race day
• Other prizes awarded by bank transfer after claim
• No prizes or classification for family run or walk
Location
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Road Running 11.1 km
Family Race 4 km
Walk 4 km
Road Running 11.1 km 5 inscriptions
Family Race 4 km 5 inscriptions
Walk 4 km 5 inscriptions
Benefits
🎽 Technical t-shirt included
🏅 Cash prizes up to Top 10 overall (Main Race)
🥇 Age group cash awards (Top 5 per category)
🚌 Shuttle transport between start and finish areas
🛡️ Sports insurance included
🚿 Facilities and support services available
👮 Full safety support (GNR, PSP, Municipal Police & Firefighters)
