43rd INTERNATIONAL RUN 1st OF MAY

  • Fri, May 1, 2026
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Event summary

The 43rd Corrida Internacional 1º de Maio is a road running event taking place on May 1, 2026, in Lisbon. It features a 15 km race starting at 10:00 from Estádio 1º de Maio – INATEL and a non-competitive 4 km mini-race starting at 10:30 from Alameda D. Afonso Henriques.

The 15 km race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, federated or not, with multiple age categories for men and women. The mini-race is open to participants aged 14 and above. The event includes team competitions and awards trophies to top individuals and teams.

The courses traverse iconic avenues and squares of Lisbon, offering a scenic urban running experience. The race atmosphere is traditional and competitive, gathering over a thousand athletes annually.

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Start/finish locations: 15 km race starts and finishes at Estádio 1º de Maio – INATEL; 4 km mini-race starts at Alameda D. Afonso Henriques and finishes at Parque de Jogos 1º de Maio

Start times per category/distance:
• 15 km race: 10:00
• 4 km mini-race: 10:30

Cut-off times: Maximum duration of 2 hours for the 15 km race

Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 29, 10:00–18:30 at Xistarca, Calçada da Tapada, 71 A, Lisboa
• April 30, 10:00–20:00 at Estádio 1º Maio, INATEL, Lisboa
• May 1, 08:00–09:00 at Estádio 1º Maio, INATEL, with an additional cost

Participants limit:
• 15 km race: 1500
• 4 km mini-race: 500

Registration deadline: April 29, 2026

Surface types: Road running on urban paved streets and avenues

Course format: Point-to-point urban courses through Lisbon avenues and squares

Race routes:
• 15 km: Estádio 1º Maio – INATEL, Av. Rio de Janeiro, Av. do Brasil, Campo Grande, Entrecampos, Av. da República, Praça Duque de Saldanha, Av. Fontes Pereira de Melo, Marquês de Pombal, Av. da Liberdade, Praça dos Restauradores, Rossio, Rua do Ouro, Praça do Comércio, Rua da Prata, Praça da Figueira, Rua Dom Duarte, Martim Moniz, Rua da Palma, Av. Almirante Reis, Praça do Areeiro, Av. João XXI, Av. de Roma, Praça de Alvalade, Av. da Igreja, Av. Rio de Janeiro, Estádio 1º de Maio – INATEL
• 4 km mini-race: Alameda D. Afonso Henriques, Av. Almirante Reis, Praça do Areeiro, Av. João XXI, Av. Roma, Praça de Alvalade, Av. Rio de Janeiro, Parque de Jogos 1º de Maio

Timing method: Chip timing for 15 km race

Toilets and aid station placement:
• 15 km race: liquid aid stations approximately at 6 km and 11 km, liquid and solid at finish
• 4 km mini-race: liquid and solid aid at finish

Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 in each male and female age category
• Trophies for top 3 teams (5 first finishers)
• Medals for all finishers


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: unisex t-shirt, bib number, chip (15 km race only)
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and downloadable participation diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results for 15 km race via chip timing
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance during event, traffic control by PSP
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquid aid at 6 km and 11 km for 15 km race, liquid and solid at finish; liquid and solid at finish for 4 km mini-race


FAQ

How do I get to the event?

The event takes place in Lisbon with start/finish at Estádio 1º de Maio - INATEL and Alameda D. Afonso Henriques for the mini-race. Public transport and local access details can be found on the organizer's website.

Can children participate?

The 4 km mini-race is open to participants aged 14 and above. The 15 km race is for participants aged 18 and over.

How can I register?

Registration is available online at www.xistarca.pt or in person at Xistarca's offices in Lisbon. Last-minute registration is possible on April 29 and 30 at kit pick-up locations if slots are available.

What is the elevation profile?

The race is a road running event through Lisbon's urban avenues; no specific elevation details are provided.

Is special equipment required?

Participants must wear the official bib and chip visibly on the front of their shirt. The chip must not be folded or manipulated.

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