Messenger7º Night Running Santiago do Cacém
Event summary
The 7th Night Running Santiago do Cacém is a running event scheduled for March 28, 2026, taking place at the Pavilhão da Juventude Atlético Clube (J.A.C.) in Santiago do Cacém, Setúbal. The event features a variety of races including a 14 km run and a 10 km walk, alongside children’s races of 300m, 800m, and 1000m distances.
The 14 km race is open to all runners aged 16 and above with no license requirement, while the 10 km walk has no age limit but minors must be accompanied by an adult. The race routes traverse diverse terrain such as dirt paths, cobblestone, stairs, and paved roads, mostly at night, requiring the use of a frontal light, which adds a unique atmosphere and challenge to the event.
The event offers a festive and inclusive atmosphere with categories for children and adults, symbolic prizes for top finishers and teams, and promotes healthy living and local exploration. It includes a variety of age categories and team competitions, making it a community-centered and family-friendly night running experience.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Kids races: 6-9 years (300m), 10-11 years (800m), 12-15 years (1000m)
• Adults: 16-21, 22-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-60, 60-64, 65+ years
Start/finish locations: Pavilhão da Juventude Atlético Clube (J.A.C.), Santiago do Cacém
Start times per category/distance:
• Kids races: 16:00
• 14 km race: 19:00
• 10 km walk: 19:15
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 28, 2026, 11:00–18:30
• Location: Pavilhão da Juventude Atlético Clube (J.A.C.)
Participants limit: 500
Registration deadline: March 23, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Dirt, cobblestone, stairs, paved roads
Course format: Night race with varying terrain
Race routes:
• 14 km run and 10 km walk start and finish inside the J.A.C., passing through multiple surfaces
Timing method: Electronic chip timing (14K race only)
Toilets and aid station placement: One liquid aid station approximately halfway on 14K run and 10K walk; liquids and solids at finish
Prizes: Symbolic awards for top 3 male/female overall and per age group in 14K; awards for top 3 teams
Location
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Road Running 14 km
Walking 10 km
Kids Race
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with chip (14K), technical t-shirt, dorsal visible, frontal light required
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and technical t-shirt
⏱️ Timing + live results for 14K race via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: event medical team and local emergency services
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water and refreshments at mid-course and finish
🚿 Showers and changing facilities at the Pavilhão da Juventude Atlético Clube
📸 Event photography and video coverage authorized
🏆 Symbolic podium prizes for top athletes and teams
