May 1st Run 2026

  • Fri, May 1, 2026
  • Free —
  • 3 races
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Event summary

The Corrida 1º de Maio – Covilhã is a running event held on May 1, 2026, in the city center of Covilhã. It celebrates International Workers’ Day with a spirit of unity and sport.

The race offers multiple distances for various age categories, including a 9.3 km race for Juniors, Seniors, and Veterans, as well as shorter distances for younger athletes down to children born after 2018. Participation is open to both federated and non-federated athletes and the general public.

The event features individual and team classifications with trophies and medals awarded across all age groups, fostering a festive and inclusive atmosphere that combines sporting challenge with community celebration.

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Regulation link ↗

Age categories/divisions:
• Corrida da Pequenada: born after 2018
• Benjamins A: born 2017-2018
• Benjamins B: born 2015-2016
• Infantis: born 2013-2014
• Iniciados: born 2011-2012
• Juvenis: born 2009-2010
• Juniores: born 2007-2008
• Seniores: born 2006 and earlier
• Veteranos I: 35-44 years
• Veteranos II: 45-54 years
• Veteranos III: 55 years and older

Start/finish locations:
• 9.3 km: Start at Vila do Carvalho, finish at Praça do Município
• 4.5 km: Start and finish at Praça do Município
• 2 km: Start at G.I.R Rodrigo, finish at Praça do Município
• 400 m (Benjamins and Pequenada): Start at Largo Infantaria 21, finish at Praça do Município

Start times per category/distance:
• 10:00 – Juniores, Seniores, Veteranos (9.3 km)
• 10:00 – Juvenis (4.5 km)
• After first finishers – Iniciados and Infantis (2 km)
• 11:30 – Benjamins A/B (400 m)
• 11:35 – Corrida da Pequenada (400 m)

Registration deadline: April 24, 2026, 23:59

Surface types: Urban streets of Covilhã city center

Course format: Point-to-point and looped courses depending on distance

Race routes:
• Detailed routes for each distance provided in the regulation document

Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in personalized bib

Toilets and aid station placement: 1 to 2 aid stations along the 9.3 km course

Prizes: Participation prizes for all finishers; trophies and medals for top 5 in each category and gender; team awards for best teams by gender


Covilhã, Castelo Branco

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with electronic chip, participation bag, official partner gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: participation prizes for all finishers, trophies and medals for top classified athletes
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip integrated in bib
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for all registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: 1 to 2 hydration points on the 9.3 km course


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registrations must be submitted online at https://waitastart.com/ by April 24, 2026, 23:59. Late registrations may not be accepted.

Can children participate?

Yes, there are specific races for children including Corrida da Pequenada (born after 2018) and Benjamins categories.

How do I get my race kit?

Race kits must be collected by April 30, 2026, 18:00 at the União dos Sindicatos da Covilhã headquarters.

Are there aid stations on the course?

Yes, there will be 1 to 2 aid stations along the 9.3 km race route.

What is the timing method?

Timing is done using electronic chips integrated in the personalized bibs.

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