Messenger9ª Corrida Esmeriz/Cabeçudos
Event summary
The 9th Esmeriz/Cabeçudos Popular Race will take place on September 13, 2025 in the Union of Parishes of Esmeriz and Cabeçudos, Vila Nova de Famalicão.
The program includes multiple races for different age groups, from Minis to Veterans, as well as a non-competitive walk open to all. The event is open to athletes from all sports backgrounds, including federated, school, military, popular, and independent runners.
The course runs through the streets of Esmeriz and Cabeçudos, with distances adapted to each category, offering a local and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Age categories/divisions:
Minis: 2019–2022
Benjamins A: 2016–2018
Benjamins B: 2014–2015
Infantis: 2012–2013
Iniciados: 2010–2011
Juvenis: 2008–2009
Juniors: 2006–2007
Seniors: 2005 or earlier
Veterans: standard divisions (not detailed in regulation)
Start/finish locations: Casa de Esmeriz (start and finish)
Start times per category/distance:
16:00 – Minis F (400 m)
16:05 – Minis M (400 m)
16:15 – Benjamins A F (600 m)
16:30 – Benjamins A M (600 m)
16:45 – Benjamins B F (800 m)
16:55 – Benjamins B M (800 m)
17:00 – Walk (5 km) – all participants
17:05 – Infantis M/F (1,200 m)
17:15 – Iniciados M/F (1,600 m)
17:30 – Juvenis M/F (— distance not specified)
Other senior/veteran categories – not detailed in regulation
Cut-off times: Not specified
Bib pick-up time and location: On race day from 14:30 until 30 minutes before start at Casa de Esmeriz
Participants limit: 600 athletes
Registration deadline: September 10, 2025
Surface types: Urban paved roads
Course format: Looped course through the streets of Esmeriz and Cabeçudos
Timing method: Chip timing for competitive events
Toilets and aid station placement: Water station around 5 km (10 km event) and at finish line; toilets at event venue
Prizes: Awards for the top 3 overall (men/women) and top 3 in each category
Location
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Running 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, chip (for competitive events), pins, water, fruit, isotonic drink, finisher medal, event T-shirt (various sizes, limited stock), bag, additional gifts from sponsors
⏱️ Timing: chip timing for competitive races
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident coverage for all registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: water at ~5 km for 10 km race, water at finish for all events
🚑 Safety support: medical assistance during the race, including at start, on course, and at the finish
📸 Media coverage: photography and official results published online
🏆 Prizes: trophies and/or sponsor gifts for top 3 overall and top 3 in each age group
