MessengerHalf Marathon Leiria
Event summary
The Meia Maratona Leiria is a prestigious running event taking place on October 18, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features four race segments: a half marathon (21K), a 10K race, a 500m Kids Race for parents and children, and a 5K walk open to all ages.
The event welcomes runners aged 20 and above for the half marathon and 18 and above for the 10K, with elite categories requiring proof of qualifying times. The race offers a competitive yet emotional atmosphere, recognized nationally and internationally, with medals awarded to finishers and prize money for top performers in the 21K and 10K races.
Additional activities include a Fun Zone with kids’ inflatables and a family-friendly walk, making it an inclusive event for all ages and abilities.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 21K: Seniors 20-34, Veterans M35-F70 (various age groups)
• 10K: Minimum age 18 years
• Kids Race: 100 children limit
• Walk: 500 participants limit
Start/finish locations: To be announced
Start times per category/distance:
• Bambins with parents (born after 2016): 09:00
• 21K and 10K races: 09:40
• 5K walk: 09:50
Cut-off times:
• 21K: 3 hours
• 10K and 5K: 2 hours
Bib pick-up time and location: October 16, 17, and 18 at location and times to be announced; residents outside Leiria district may pick up on October 19 from 07:30 at start location
Participants limit:
• 21K: 1,500
• 10K: 1,000
• Kids Race: 100
• Walk: 500
Timing method: Electronic chip timing; chip included in bib, must be worn visibly
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at 5K (water), 10K (water, orange, energy drink), 15K (isotonic), and finish (finisher kit with water, fruit, energy bar)
Prizes: Prize money and trophies for top 5 in 21K and 10K general categories; medals for all finishers in 21K and 10K; participation medals for Kids and Walk; special voucher prize at 7.5K point for 21K
Location
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Half Marathon 21 km
Road Running 10 km
Walk 5 km
Kids 0.5 km
Half Marathon 21 km with T-shirt
Road Running 10 km with T-shirt
Walk 5 km with T-shirt
Kids 0.5 km with T-shirt
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with chip, optional official T-shirt for 21K and 10K; bib and technical T-shirt for Kids; bib and technical T-shirt plus participation medal for 5K walk
🏅 Finisher prize: metallic medal, fruit (apple and orange), and water bottle for 21K and 10K finishers; MDF medal and water bottle for Kids and walk participants
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip system
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance covering death, permanent disability, treatment, and funeral expenses
🥤 Aid stations: water, orange, energy drinks, isotonic drinks, energy bars at various points
📸 Image rights authorized for promotional use by organizers
