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Run for Climate
Paris, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
10 km
Eco-FriendlyCharity Run+4
Running Theme (Course Format & Challenge)
Virtual Race Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Location-independent virtual races tracked via GPS watch or app within an official competition window. Browse 42 events (27 confirmed dates) and 193 races from 0.5 km to 42.2 km.
Events4227 confirmed dates
Competitions193Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+211 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: gadl · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningParis Masters Circuit
Saucony 10 km of the Eiffel Tower
Paris, France
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
10 km
City RunCulture & History+5
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Hoka Paris Half Marathon
Paris, France
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
Public ParkCity Run+3
Photo: gadl · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Soli'Run
Paris, France
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km4 km2 km+1
Charity RunForest+6
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Sine Qua Non Run
Paris, France
March 27, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5.5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+4
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UNICEF 10 km
Boulogne-Billancourt, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km3 km1 km
ForestPublic Park+6
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Royan Côte de Beauté Marathon
Royan, France
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunFestive+4
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Adidas 10K Paris
Paris, France
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
10 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2026 | Run for Climate | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Saucony 10 km of the Eiffel Tower | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Hoka Paris Half Marathon | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Soli'Run | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km4 km2 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 | Sine Qua Non Run | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5.5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | UNICEF 10 km | Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km3 km1 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Royan Côte de Beauté Marathon | Royan, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Adidas 10K Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Harmonie Mutuelle 20km de Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 20 km15 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Run FOR THEM | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ülemiste Night Run |  Reval, Harju County, EE | Road Running | 21.1 km10.54 km10 km5.27 km |
| Date to be announced | Cozy Toes Fun Run |  Garner, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 21.1 km11 km5.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Location-independent virtual races tracked via GPS watch or app within an official competition window. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Virtual Race theme currently spans 42 public events and 193 individual competitions, including 27 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Uploading the recorded GPS activity places each finisher on the shared digital leaderboard. Primary disciplines include Road Running and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 0.5 km to 42.2 km.
Because athletes choose their own local route, surface, elevation profile, and start time can be tailored freely. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +211 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Paris, Boulogne-Billancourt, Royan, and Lyon. Notable events in this category include Run for Climate, Saucony 10 km of the Eiffel Tower, and Hoka Paris Half Marathon. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Virtual Race events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Location-independent virtual races tracked via GPS watch or app within an official competition window. RunningCompass currently lists 42 events with 193 individual competitions under the Virtual Race theme. A total of 27 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Virtual Race races?
Uploading the recorded GPS activity places each finisher on the shared digital leaderboard. The 193 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 42.2 km, led by Road Running and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Virtual Race?
Because athletes choose their own local route, surface, elevation profile, and start time can be tailored freely. Races in this theme reach up to +211 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Virtual Race events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Paris, Boulogne-Billancourt, Royan, and Lyon. Notable events in this category include Run for Climate, Saucony 10 km of the Eiffel Tower, and Hoka Paris Half Marathon. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 42 events by country, region, month, and distance.