Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lille Citadel Night Race
Lille, France
November 20, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunNight Run
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Lille: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
15 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 51 races in Races in Lille with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events151 confirmed dates
Competitions51Races & courses
Distances0.7 - 45 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,170 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Défi Trails Lillois
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
45 km30 km22 km15 km+3
Night RunForest+1
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course de la Citadelle de Lille
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km2.03 km650 m
Public ParkCity Run+1
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lille de Départ
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+2
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Course contre le Cancer Cheer Up EDHEC
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km10 km5 km
Charity RunCity Run+2
Photo: Donarreiskoffer · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La Lilloise
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Charity RunCity Run+2
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course Stop Violences Faites Aux Femmes
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
City RunFestive+1
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Urban Trail de Lille
Lille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km9 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 | Lille Citadel Night Race | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Défi Trails Lillois | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 45 km30 km22 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Course de la Citadelle de Lille | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km2.03 km650 m |
| Date to be announced | Lille de Départ | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course contre le Cancer Cheer Up EDHEC | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | La Lilloise | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course Stop Violences Faites Aux Femmes | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Urban Trail de Lille | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10 km9 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Flo’WeRun | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Lille International Marathon | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Aquathlon Marx Dormoy | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Aquathlon | 6 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Citarun | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Lille (North, Lille, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 15 public events and 51 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Lille. Notable events in the selection include Lille Citadel Night Race, Défi Trails Lillois, and Course de la Citadelle de Lille.
Race distances span from 0.7 km to 45 km, reaching up to +1,170 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Lille includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Lille?
RunningCompass currently lists 15 verified events with 51 individual races in Races in Lille. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Lille Citadel Night Race, Défi Trails Lillois, and Course de la Citadelle de Lille.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Lille?
Events in Races in Lille focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 0.7 km entry-level races up to 45 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lille.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Lille?
The most selective courses in Races in Lille climb up to +1,170 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Lille?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.