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The Leprechaun Challenge
Calima, Colombia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
25 km15 km8 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
CORegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Valle del Cauca: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 39 races in Races in Valle del Cauca with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events124 confirmed dates
Competitions39Races & courses
Distances4.2 - 180 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Cali Marathon
Cali, Colombia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km15 km4.2 km
City RunNight Run
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
El Giro de Rigo
Cali, Colombia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
180 km68 km
ForestMountain+3
Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
La Carrera del Pacifico
Cali, Colombia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km
City RunCharity Run
Photo: Stefan Czapski · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
UCI Granfondo Bogota
Bogota, Colombia
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
128 km80 km
City RunPoint-to-Point
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGFNY World Series
GFNY Villavicencio
Villavicencio, Colombia
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
109 km76 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Elite Label
Bogotá Half Marathon
Bogotá, Colombia
July 25, 2027Date confirmed
21 km10 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Medellin Marathon
Medellín, Colombia
September 4, 2027 to September 5, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Urban TrailCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | The Leprechaun Challenge | Calima, Valle del Cauca, CO | Trail Running | 25 km15 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Cali Marathon | Cali, Valle del Cauca, CO | Road Running | 42.2 km15 km4.2 km |
| Date to be announced | El Giro de Rigo | Cali, Valle del Cauca, CO | Road Cycling | 180 km68 km |
| Date to be announced | La Carrera del Pacifico | Cali, Valle del Cauca, CO | Road Running | 10 km |
| Date to be announced | Del Mar a La Cima | Santa Marta, Magdalena, CO | Trail Running | 110 km81.5 km41.6 km24.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cúcuta Metropolitan Marathon | Cúcuta, Norte de Santander, CO | Road RunningObstacle Course Racing | 42.2 km21.1 km15 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Chicamocha Canyon Race | San Gil, Santander, CO | Trail Running | 165 km80 km46.76 km23.37 km |
| Date to be announced | Salento Trail Challenge | Salento, Quindío, CO | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2026 | UCI Granfondo Bogota | Bogota, Bogotá, CO | Road Cycling | 128 km80 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | GFNY Villavicencio | Villavicencio, Meta, CO | Road Cycling | 109 km76 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2027 | Bogotá Half Marathon | Bogotá, Bogotá, CO | Road Running | 21 km10 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2027 - Sep 5, 2027 | Medellin Marathon | Medellín, Antioquia, CO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Valle del Cauca (Colombia, Valle del Cauca) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 39 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Calima, Cali, Bogota, and Villavicencio. Notable events in the selection include The Leprechaun Challenge, Cali Marathon, and El Giro de Rigo.
Race distances span from 4.2 km to 180 km, reaching up to +7,600 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Valle del Cauca 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 Valle del Cauca?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 39 individual races in Races in Valle del Cauca. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Leprechaun Challenge, Cali Marathon, and El Giro de Rigo.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Valle del Cauca?
Events in Races in Valle del Cauca focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 4.2 km entry-level races up to 180 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Calima, Cali, Bogota, and Villavicencio.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Valle del Cauca?
The most selective courses in Races in Valle del Cauca climb up to +7,600 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 Valle del Cauca?
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.