Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Running for Independence
Białystok, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km4.5 km2 km
City RunCulture & History+1
PLCity Runs & Local Calendar
Runs and races in Bialystok
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 29 races in Bialystok with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions29Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 21.1 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+442 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Kresowe Trail Białystok
Białystok, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
17 km7 km
ForestNature & Off-Road
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Bialystok Half Marathon
Białystok, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Białystok Runs
Białystok, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNight Run+3
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Olsztyn Independence Run
Olsztyn, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: marek7400 · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Gdynia Independence Run
Gdynia, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km1.92 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Independence Run in Police
Police, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Wrocław Independence Run with a Mustache
Wrocław, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Running for Independence | Białystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km4.5 km2 km |
| Date to be announced | Kresowe Trail Białystok | Białystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 17 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Bialystok Half Marathon | Białystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Białystok Runs | Białystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run | Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Police | Police, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Wrocław Independence Run with a Mustache | Wrocław, Lower Silesia Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Kielce | Kielce, Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Opole Independence Run | Opole, Opole Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdańsk Independence Run | Gdańsk, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Goleniów Independence Mile | Goleniów, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km1.61 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Bialystok (Podlachian Voivodeship, Białystok County, Poland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 29 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Białystok, Olsztyn, Gdynia, and Police. Notable events in the selection include Running for Independence, Kresowe Trail Białystok, and Bialystok Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 21.1 km, reaching up to +442 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Bialystok 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 Bialystok?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 29 individual races in Bialystok. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Running for Independence, Kresowe Trail Białystok, and Bialystok Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Bialystok?
Events in Bialystok focus on Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 21.1 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Białystok, Olsztyn, Gdynia, and Police.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Bialystok?
The most selective courses in Bialystok climb up to +442 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 Bialystok?
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.