
Mamamaratona
Event summary
The Mamamaratona 25 is a walking and running event scheduled for October 19, 2025, at the iconic Passeio das Dunas, between Quarteira and Vilamoura in Portugal. This event features two distances: 5 km and 7 km, designed for participants of all ages and physical conditions who feel capable of participating. It is a solidarity event organized by the Associação Oncológica do Algarve (AOA) in partnership with several local entities, aiming to unite the community around cancer prevention and health promotion.
The event takes place during October, the month dedicated to breast cancer awareness under the global “Outubro Rosa” initiative, filling the streets with color, energy, and hope. The Mamamaratona 25 promises a festive and supportive atmosphere, attracting thousands of participants in a celebration of life and health. It is open to everyone without the need for a sports license, and it fosters solidarity through sport and social engagement.
The course is flat and gentle, starting and finishing at the same location on the Passeio das Dunas, making it accessible and enjoyable for walkers and runners alike. The event also welcomes dogs on leashes and promotes family and community participation, enhancing the inclusive and friendly environment of the race.
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Start times per category/distance: October 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM for all participants
Bib pick-up time and location:
• From October 1st at Centro Autárquico de Quarteira (Junta de Freguesia de Quarteira) and Ginásio Artbody in Loulé
• From September 22nd at Sede AOA Faro (registration only, no kit pick-up)
Start/finish locations: Passeio das Dunas, between Quarteira and Vilamoura
Age categories/divisions: Open to all ages; minors must be accompanied by an adult and have a signed legal responsibility term
Registration deadline: October 18, 2025
Surface types: Flat, smooth terrain on paved paths along the coast
Course format: Point-to-point with start and finish at Passeio das Dunas
Toilets and aid station placement: Two water stations, one midway and one at the finish line
Location
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Road Running 7 km
Road Running 5 km
Road Running 10,5 km
Road Running 21 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: cotton t-shirt, backpack bag, cap, flyers, and promotional items
🏅 Finisher prize: eligibility for a post-event raffle with prizes
🛟 Safety support: guaranteed by GNR, local firefighters, Red Cross, and event personal accident and liability insurance
🥤 Aid stations: water available at midway and finish line
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability coverage included with registration
📸 Event photography and video coverage with image use rights reserved by organizers