Top 10 Races to Run in Madrid for the Rest of 2026

August 31, 2026

New 10 km route taking you through Colón Square, Gran Vía, Sol, Plaza de España, the Royal Palace… Spectacular! Registration, €20.60

www.madridcorrepormadrid.org/

10 km and 5 km routes in Felipe VI Park in Valdebebas. An incredible registration price: €5 with a technical T-shirt included.

www.carreraeducacionfinanciera.org/

The charity race organized by the Niño Jesús Hospital. 10 and 5 kilometers (registration, €14.60). Also a 2 km walk (€12.60).

The popular CSIC Race is now in its 45th edition. 10 kilometers with a start on Serrano Street. Registration, €15.60.

https://www.carreradelaciencia.com/

Colchoneros against Merengues. 10 km at full speed with a course almost always downhill from the Bernabéu to the Manzanares, where the Vicente Calderón Stadium used to be. €17.80 until September 19 (then rises to €19.80).

www.derbidelasaficiones.com

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5 and 10 km through the heart of Madrid with start and finish at Plaza de Colón. Registration, €15

www.atresmedia.com/ponle-freno/carreras/2026/madrid/

The race that in just three editions has become one of the most coveted for its entirely downhill route, a perfect setting to break your 10 km personal best.

www.speedrun.es/

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Teams are formed by companies with 2, 3, and 4 runners, in men’s, women’s, and mixed categories. There are 5 and 10 km options.

www.carreradelasempresas.com/

The most entertaining Christmas race, with all runners dressed as Santa Claus and children under 12 as elves (the costume is provided when you register). 4 km. Registration €15.95 (family discounts available).

www.lacarreradepapanoel.com/

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There is no New Year’s Eve in the capital without the 10 km from the Bernabéu to Vallecas! To run the Internacional you must have a time under 39 minutes for men and under 45 minutes for women. Registration €27.80

www.sansilvestrevallecana.com

Dylan Holloway

Dylan Holloway

I’ve always been fascinated by the stories hidden behind a stopwatch, a finish line or a record-breaking performance. At Athletics News, I cover athletes, competitions and the moments shaping track and field, with a particular interest in the people and journeys behind the results.