São Silvestre do Porto

  • Sun, December 28, 2025
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  • 2 races
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Event summary

This iconic end-of-year event celebrates Porto’s vibrant cityscape, offering a festive and energetic race through historic streets beautifully lit for the holidays. With a mix of elite runners, local athletes, and families, the atmosphere is welcoming, fun, and inspiring — ideal for both seasoned runners and beginners.

Whether you’re chasing a PB or just want to walk and soak in the city lights, São Silvestre do Porto is the perfect year-end celebration.
Distances:
 • 10 km timed race (competitive)
 • 5 km fun walk (non-competitive)

Open to both federated and non-federated athletes, born in 2007 or earlier. The 5 km walk is accessible to all ages.

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Start Time:
 • 10 km Race – 18:00
 • 5 km Walk – 18:00

Start/Finish: Avenida dos Aliados, Porto

Bib Pick-Up:
 • December 26–27: 10:00–23:00 at Alameda Shopping
 • December 28: 14:00–17:00 at Gabinete do Munícipe

Eligibility:
 • 10 km: Born in 2007 or earlier
 • 5 km: No age restrictions

Age Categories: General male and female classifications for 10 km only

Course Type: Urban point-to-point loop through central Porto
 • 10 km – scenic city route with some elevation
 • 5 km – shorter route for fun and participation

Timing: MyLaps chip system (included in race kit)
Cut-Off Time: 2 hours
Surface: Asphalt city streets
Toilets & Aid Stations: Provided along course and at start/finish
Weather: Cool and festive (~10–14ºC typical in December)

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete Kit:
 • Official t-shirt
 • Race bib with timing chip (10 km only)
 • Participant bag with sponsor gifts

🏅 Finisher Perks:
 • Medal for 10 km participants
 • Downloadable digital diploma (10 km)

⏱️ Live Results & Rankings:
 • Official time and classification by gender (10 km)

🛟 Safety Support:
 • Medical teams and ambulances along the route
 • Police and official race vehicles managing the route

🛡️ Insurance:
 • All participants are covered by personal accident insurance

🥤 Aid Stations:
 • Hydration available starting from km 5 and every 5 km thereafter
 • Extra stations may be added based on weather

🧳 Bag Drop:
 • Available at Gabinete do Munícipe (only for 10 km)
 • Bags must be tagged with your bib number

📸 Media Coverage:
 • Event photos and videos for all participants
 • Image rights included with registration

🏆 Awards:
 • Trophies for top finishers in 10 km


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