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Event summary
The 45th Corrida das Fogueiras is a classic nighttime road race held on June 27, 2026, in Peniche, Portugal. The event features a 15K race, a 5K walk called Corrida das Fogueirinhas, and a 500m kids’ run, all starting at Avenida do Porto de Pesca with finishes at Marina de Peniche or the same location for the kids.
This race is unique for its nighttime setting illuminated by strategically placed bonfires along the course, creating a festive and communal atmosphere that culminates in a traditional sardine feast hosted by the community and municipality. The event welcomes senior and veteran runners for the 15K race, with classifications by overall, age groups, and teams.
The race includes organized start boxes by running pace to ensure a smooth experience for all athletes, from elite to recreational runners, and offers a family-friendly environment with the kids’ and walk segments.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Seniores M 20 (20-34 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 35 (35-39 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 40 (40-44 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 45 (45-49 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 50 (50-54 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 55 (55-59 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 60 (60-64 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 65 (65-69 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 70 (70-74 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 75 (75-79 years) – M/F
• Veteranos M 80 (80+ years) – M/F
• Teams
Start/finish locations:
• Start: Avenida do Porto de Pesca
• Finish: Marina de Peniche (15K and 5K), same location for Kids (500m)
Start times per category/distance:
• 18:00 – Fogueirinha Kids (500m)
• 21:30 – Corrida das Fogueiras (15K)
• 21:45 – Corrida das Fogueirinhas (5K walk)
Cut-off times: 2 hours 30 minutes for 15K race; race closes after 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• June 26, 15:00–20:00
• June 27, 09:00–12:00 and 13:00–19:00
• Location: Avenida do Porto de Pesca (start area)
Participants limit:
• 15K: 5,000 athletes
• 5K: 3,000 participants
• Kids: 200 participants
Surface types: Road
Course format: Nighttime road race with marked 15K route illuminated by bonfires; recommended use of headlamps
Race routes: 15K route through Peniche streets including Avenida do Porto de Pesca, Rua da Praia do Molhe de Leste, Marginal Norte, Cabo Carvoeiro, and others
Timing method: Electronic chip timing for 15K; no timing for 5K walk and Kids
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations at 5K (water), 10K (water, isotonic, fruit), and finish (water, fruit, possible gift)
• Toilets at Escola D. Luís de Ataíde
Prizes:
• Medals for all finishers (metal for 15K, MDF for 5K and Kids)
• Digital diploma for 15K finishers
• Trophies for top 3 in each age category and teams
• Extra prizes in gold coins for top 3 overall
• Special prize for athlete with motor disabilities
Location
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Road Running 15 km with T-shirt Federated
Road Running 15 km without T-shirt Federated
Road Running 15 km with T-shirt Non federated
Road Running 15 km without T-shirt Non federated
Walk 5 k
Walk 5 k with T-shirt
Kids 500 m with T-shirt
Kids 500 m
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: optional T-shirt, bib, chip, sardine pack for 15K; T-shirt, bib, medal, sardine pack for 5K; optional T-shirt, bib, medal for Kids
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers, digital diploma for 15K finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results for 15K race with electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: medical coverage and race officials
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: water at 5K, water/isotonic/fruit at 10K, water/fruit/possible gift at finish
🚿 Toilets available at Escola D. Luís de Ataíde
🏆 Prizes: medals, trophies, gold coin awards, and special awards for athletes with disabilities
🎉 Post-race sardine feast with sardines, bread, wine, cup, and napkins
