Along the Seine, in the parks, on the Champs-Élysées… In Paris, there are plenty of opportunities to hit the pavement. And that’s not about to change in 2026! So, what could be better than a comprehensive rundown of the major races that will wind through the capital?
Elevator Race - Thursday, September 3
The Elevator Race is a Parisian sporting event that combines fun and charity. How does it work? Run 20 1-kilometer laps, with the pace getting faster with each lap to build intensity. All proceeds are donated to a charity.
Paris Gravelle Viti-Trail - Sunday, September 6
For the second year in a row, the Paris Gravelle Winery will welcome athletes to a unique setting on Sunday, September 6, for the Viti-Trail, followed by a country-style meal!
Paris Churches Tour - Sunday, September 6
Rediscover Paris’s religious heritage through an exceptional race that ends at the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre (18th arrondissement)!
10 km from the Trocadéro - Sunday, September 6
How about going for a run right in the heart of the capital’s16th arrondissement? With its wide avenues, must-see monuments, and the vast Bois de Boulogne (16th), it’s the perfect place to put in a great run!
Les Foulées du Cortex—starting September 16
The Foulées du Cortex is back for its third edition! This fully digital athletic challenge brings together athletes and non-athletes alike around a common cause: research on the brain and related disorders.
Memorun - Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20
Memorun is a charity run organized to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 - PLR 10K
Lagardère Paris Racing is launching its charity race, the “LPR 10K”! This event combines heritage with a commitment to social solidarity, right in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne (16th arrondissement).
The Torch of Life - Sunday, September 27
The Flambeau de la Vie is a charity run—not timed—open to everyone. It connects four AP-HP Nord hospitals along an 8-kilometer route, in conjunction with World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day.
"Children Without Cancer" Run - Sunday, September 27
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the 15th annual “Children Without Cancer” charity run will take place at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud. This event, organized by the “Imagine for Margo” association, will also be available for online participation!
Light & Vision Race - Saturday, October 17
Following the growing success of the first four editions, Lumière & Vision - La Course is returning in 2026 to raise awareness among all road users about the risks associated with reduced light levels in the fall, and to remind them of the importance of “seeing well and being seen” for safe travel.
Faster Than Cancer - Sunday, November 8
More than just a race: a huge gathering of solidarity! On November 8, 2026, let’s meet in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes (12th arrondissement) for a major collective challenge: Faster Than Cancer!
Novemb'Run - Sunday, November 22
Join us on November 22 to run in support of the French Urology Association on Avenue Foch (16th arrondissement) to raise awareness about men's health and urological conditions!
Cardio Challenge Heroes - Sunday, November 22
Take part in a 5- or 10-km charity run and become a hero! Your race number gives you access to free training sessions where you can learn how to save lives throughout the year, leading up to the big day: November 22, 2026.
Onatera Paris 17 10K - Sunday, November 29
On Sunday, November 29, 2026, the Onatera Paris 17 10K will celebrate its 40th edition! A symbolic anniversary for one of the capital’s most popular races. With a target of 8,000 participants, a course known for its speed, and a festive atmosphere in the heart of the 17th arrondissement, the event promises to be one of the major running highlights of the end of the season.
Did you know?
As of September1, 2024, road race organizers are required to stop using single-use plastic at aid stations. This will prevent nearly 800,000 plastic bottles from being used each year, amounting to approximately 12 metric tons of waste.
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