Messenger34th Bajouca Athletics Grand Prix
Event summary
The 34th Grande Prémio Atletismo Bajouca is a running event scheduled for May 17, 2026, in Bajouca, Leiria. It features a main race of 10 km with an officially homologated route by the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA), and an open 5 km race for juniors, seniors, and veterans, both timed and ranked.
Open to all athletes including federated runners representing clubs, schools, or INATEL, as well as individuals. Non-federated athletes must declare their insurance status and can purchase insurance through the organizers. The event includes team classifications and awards, with prizes for the top teams and individual winners across categories.
Runners will experience a course that winds through the streets of Bajouca de Cima, with a festive atmosphere highlighted by the 2nd Caminhada Colorida da Bajouca, a colorful and fun walk mostly through natural settings. The event also offers youth races and a walking event, making it suitable for a broad range of participants and families.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamins A (2017-2019) 600m
• Benjamins B (2015-2016)
• Infantis (2013-2014) 1,300m
• Iniciados (2011-2012) 1,700m
• Juvenis (2010-2011) 2,600m
• Juniores M/F (2006-2007) 5,000m
• Seniores F (2006 and earlier) 10,000m
• Seniores M (2006 and earlier) 10,000m
• Veteranos F and M (various age groups starting from 35 years)
• Open 5,000m race for Juniors, Seniors, Veterans
• Caminhada (walk) all ages 5,000m
Start/finish locations: Intersection of Rua do Loural with Largo dos 13, Bajouca de Cima
Start times per category/distance:
• 8:30 – Juniores and Open 5,000m
• 10:15 – Caminhada Colorida da Bajouca (5,000m walk)
Cut-off times: 60 minutes for the 10 km main race
Bib pick-up time and location: May 17, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 at secretariat near start/finish area
Participants limit: 300 total
Registration deadline: April 27, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Paved streets within the parish of Bajouca
Course format: Loop course through Bajouca streets with a 1.3 km loop repeated
Race routes: 10 km official FPA homologated route and a 5 km open race
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement: Two water points on the 10 km course; one aid station on the walk, participants must bring their own hydration container
Prizes: Trophies for top three in multiple age groups; special team awards for top male and female teams in the main race; awards for top three in open 5 km race; medals for younger categories immediately after their races
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Road Running 5 km
Walking 5 km
Kids Race
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number and electronic timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: medals and trophies for winners in various categories
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: presence of Volunteer Firefighters from Monte Redondo
🛡️ Insurance: event insurance for all participants, option for additional insurance for non-federated athletes
🥤 Aid stations: water available at two points on the 10 km course; one aid station for the walk
🚿 Showers available at the Bajouca Gymnasium
📸 Photography/video coverage: results and classifications published online promptly
🏆 Team and individual awards for multiple categories and age groups
