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Event summary
The Bimbo Global Race 2025 returns to Lisbon on September 28, inviting families, amateur runners, and elite athletes for a festive day in Belém. Organized by Grupo Bimbo with technical support from Xistarca and benefiting the Portuguese Food Bank, this global charity race promotes healthy lifestyles and social responsibility.
Participants can choose between a 10 km competitive race, a 5 km non-competitive walk, or the Kids Race (up to 500 m), all set against the scenic backdrop of Avenida da Índia and the Praça do Império. With a welcoming atmosphere, charity focus, and prizes including travel to the Bimbo Global Finals 2026, this is more than a run—it’s a movement for good.
Date: 28 September 2025
Location: Praça do Império, Belém, Lisbon
Distances: 10 km race, 5 km walk, Kids Race (up to 500 m)
Open to: Everyone (10 km limited to age 18+)
Special features: Charity focus, festive atmosphere, international series
Great for: Beginners, families, and competitive runners
Team options: Kids and adults welcome, no relays
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Start times:
• Kids Race: 8:50, 9:00, 9:10
• 10 km: 9:45
• 5 km walk: 9:50 -
Start/finish location: Praça do Império, Belém
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Course format:
• Out-and-back along Av. da Índia and Av. 24 de Julho
• Scenic route with ocean views -
Cut-off time: 1h45 (10 km)
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Bib pick-up:
• 26 Sept (10h–20h)
• 27 Sept (10h–18h)
• 28 Sept (8h–9h, optional, with extra fee) -
Timing: Chip timing (10 km only)
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Age divisions (10 km):
• Juniors/Seniors (18–34), Vet I–VIII (35 to 70+) -
Registration: Online via Xistarca
• 10 km includes chip
• 5 km and Kids Race without timing chip -
Deadline: Until sold out or race day
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Surface: Flat, paved (urban roads)
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Aid stations:
• 10 km: at 5 km + finish
• 5 km and Kids: finish only -
Toilets and logistics: Provided near start/finish
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Regulation link 📎
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Kids Race
Walking 5 km
Road Running 5 km
Road Running 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit:
• Bimbo backpack
• Technical t-shirt (adult and kids sizes)
• Bib + 3 safety pins
• Timing chip (10 km only)
🏅 Finisher prize:
• Medal for all finishers
• Downloadable diploma
⏱️ Live timing and results:
• For 10 km participants
• Podium awards for top 3 in each age category
🛡️ Insurance:
• Personal accident coverage
🛟 Safety:
• Full road closure and medical teams on course
🥤 Aid stations:
• Hydration at mid-point (10 km) and all finishes
📸 Photography and media:
• Use of participant image permitted for media
🏆 Awards:
• Top male/female win entry + trip to Bimbo Global Finals 2026
• Podium trophies by category
