The 2026 Paris race calendar

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Updated on 07/04/2026

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Spectators cheer energetically for the athletes along the banks of the Seine during the 2025 Paris Marathon.
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Along the Seine, in parks, on the Champs-Élysées… In Paris, there are plenty of opportunities to hit the pavement. And that's not going to change in 2026! So what could be better than a big recap of the main races that will pass through the capital?

Relay Night - Wednesday, April 8

On Wednesday, April 8, at Parc Floral (12th arrondissement), the festive charity race against violence against women returns with a special edition to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Fondation des Femmes.
Nuit des Relais: the charity race against violence against women returns in 2026!
Parc Floral de Paris - 1 route de la Pyramide, Paris 12e
Du mercredi 08 avril 2026

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon - Sunday, April 12

It's simply THE race not to be missed! Every year, tens of thousands of runners come to take on the legendary 42.195 km. From the Bois de Boulogne (16th arrondissement) to the Bois de Vincennes (12th arrondissement), via the Champs-Élysées (8th arrondissement) and Avenue Foch (16th arrondissement), the route passes through some of the most iconic locations in the capital.
The Schneider Electric Paris Marathon 2026
Du dimanche 12 avril 2026

10 km UNICEF - Sunday, May 10

Both a sporting event and a charity event, the UNICEF 10K is back for a second edition in the Bois de Boulogne (16th arrondissement)!
10K for UNICEF
Bois de Boulogne - Bois de Boulogne, Paris 16e
Du dimanche 10 mai 2026

10 km from the new - Sunday, May 31

Ah, the9th arrondissement : its grand boulevards, its Musée de la Vie Romantique, its Opéra Garnier… and its 10K, of course! On the program: a timed 10K, but also a 1.5K family run. Get your sneakers on!
The 10 km of the new
Départ de la course - 10, boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9e
Du dimanche 31 mai 2026

The SPA Relay - Sunday, May 31

How about running for animals? That's the goal of the charity race organized by the SPA! There are three formats to choose from: a 10K, a 2x5K relay, and a 5K canicross!
The SPA relay
Domaine National de Saint-Cloud - 1 avenue de la grille d'honneur, Saint-Cloud
Du dimanche 31 mai 2026

Paris Churches Tour 2026 - Sunday, May 31

Through a 10 km race or a free 5 km walk, rediscover Paris' religious heritage through an exceptional race ending at the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre!
Paris Churches Tour 2026
Église intermédiaire du 10km et départ du 5km - 31 avenue de Marceau, Paris 16e
Du dimanche 31 mai 2026

Adidas 10K Paris - June 7

The adidas 10K Paris is the most beautiful 10K race in France, right in the heart of Paris. But it is also, above all, the sporting, festive, and trendy event of the year!

Les Foulées du 12e - Sunday, June 14

Les Foulées du12e consists of two officially timed and measured 5 km and 10 km running events, which qualify for the French Championships. Children are also welcome to take part in the "Kids Foulées"!
21st edition of the Foulées du 12ème
La Cipale - 51, avenue de Gravelle, Paris 12e
Du dimanche 14 juin 2026

Festi'Run - Sunday, June 14

Festi'Run is much more than just a race: it's an inclusive, community-spirited sporting event with a festive atmosphere and activities for young and old alike. The third edition is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, in the Bois de Vincennes (12th arrondissement). Open to all, it offers beginners and experienced runners alike the chance to walk, run, and even cycle! There are three formats on the program: 3 and 5 km walks or runs, or 10 km leisure or timed runs.
Festi'Run, the inclusive and supportive sporting challenge organized by APF France handicap
Esplanade Saint Louis - Bois de Vincennes - Esplanade Saint Louis - Bois de Vincennes, Vincennes cedex
Du dimanche 14 juin 2026

We Run Paris - Sunday, June 28

The 10 km 100% PSG race is back for a (highly) anticipated second edition. A race for children is also on the program!
We Run Paris - The PSG 10K
Stade du Parc des Princes - 2 Avenue du parc des Princes, Paris 16e
Du dimanche 28 juin 2026

The Torch of Life - Sunday, September 27

The Torch of Life is a charity run, not timed, open to all. It connects four AP-HP Nord hospitals over an 8 km route, in conjunction with World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day.
8 km charity run: the torch of life between Clichy and Paris
Hôpital Saint-Louis - 1 avenue Claude Vellefaux, Paris 10e
Du dimanche 27 septembre 2026
Did you know?
Since September1, 2024, road race organizers have been required to stop using single-use plastic at refreshment stations. This will prevent nearly 800,000 plastic bottles from being used each year, representing approximately 12 tons of waste.
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