31st Lezírias Race

  • Sun, March 1, 2026
  • Free — 12,50 
  • 3 races
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Event summary

The 31st Corrida das Lezírias is a running event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal. It features three race distances: the main 15.5 km race on asphalt, cobblestone, and dirt roads; a 5 km mini race on asphalt; and a short Corridinha race for children from 400 to 800 meters.

The event is open to all athletes, federated or not, with the 15.5 km race for participants aged 18 and older, the 5 km mini race for all ages above 10 (with guardian accompaniment for minors), and the Corridinha for children aged 6 to 13. It offers a festive and traditional atmosphere gathering thousands of runners from across the country.

The race courses include urban circuits, riverside paths, and rural terrains typical of the Lezírias region, providing varied and scenic landscapes. The event also incorporates team competitions and age-category trophies, making it inclusive for families, amateurs, and competitive runners alike.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Corridinha (children): Benjamins A (2017-2019, 400m), Benjamins B (2015-2016, 800m), Infantis (2013-2014, 800m)
• Mini Corrida 5 km: Open to participants older than 10 years (must be accompanied by guardian)
• Corrida 15.5 km: Juniors and Seniors (18-34), Vet I (35-39), Vet II (40-44), Vet III (45-49), Vet IV (50-55), Vet V (55-59), Vet VI (60-64), Vet VII (65-69), Vet VIII (70+)

Start/finish locations: Parque Urbano do Cevadeiro, Vila Franca de Xira

Start times per category/distance:
• Corridinha (400m/800m): 09:30
• Corrida 15.5 km: 10:00
• Mini Corrida 5 km: 10:10

Bib pick-up time and location:
• Feb 26, 14:00-18:30 at Xistarca facilities, Lisbon
• Feb 28, 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00 at Pavilhão Multiusos, Vila Franca de Xira
• Mar 1, 08:00-09:15 at Pavilhão Multiusos (extra fee applies)

Participants limit:
• Mini Corrida 5 km: 500
• Corridinha: 350
• Corrida 15.5 km: unlimited

Registration deadline: 5 days before event for email registrations; online registration deadlines vary up to Feb 26, 2026

Surface types: Asphalt, cobblestone, dirt roads

Course format: Loop courses with urban and riverside routes

Race routes:
• 15.5 km race: Starts and finishes at Vila Franca de Xira, route includes urban streets and a 9 km circuit through Lezíria farmland
• 5 km mini race: Urban and riverside paths to Alhandra and back
• Corridinha: Circuit within Parque Urbano de Vila Franca de Xira

Timing method: Electronic chip timing with mandatory chip on bib for main race

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations at 5 km and 10 km with water
• Liquid and solid refreshment at finish
• Toilets available at start/finish

Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall (M/F) and by age group in 15.5 km race
• Trophies for top 3 teams (5 members) in 15.5 km
• Trophies for top 3 in 5 km mini race (M/F)
• Trophies for top 3 in each category in Corridinha


Vila Franca de Xira

Races

Road Running 15 km

01 Mar, 2026
10:00
12,50 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt, bib number, finisher medal, and possible sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing: electronic chip timing included for main race, live results available
🛟 Safety support: race organized with control points and medical insurance coverage
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: water at 5 km and 10 km points, liquid and solid refreshments at finish line
🚿 Facilities: changing rooms and lockers available at finish
📸 Photography: event photos and media coverage by organizer
🏆 Awards ceremony: trophies for top finishers and teams immediately after each race


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