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Karneval Marathon Köln
Cologne, Germany
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Running Theme (Atmosphere, Gastronomy & Experience)
Costume Run Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Colorful costume runs where creative outfits are actively encouraged and often awarded prizes. Browse 138 events (36 confirmed dates) and 472 races from 0.5 km to 43 km.
Events13836 confirmed dates
Competitions472Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 43 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Cognac Marathon
Jarnac, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km
FestiveKids & Youth Races+8
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Halloween run
Mayenne, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
10 km
FestiveCity Run+2
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International Beaujolais Marathon
Villefranche-sur-Saône, France
November 20, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
43 km42.2 km24 km21.1 km+5
CastlesCharity Run+13
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Corrida de Thiais
Thiais, France
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km1.5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+4
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Suresnes Christmas Run
Suresnes, France
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
5 km2 km
Charity RunCity Run+7
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The Fireflies of Josas
Jouy-en-Josas, France
December 12, 2026Date confirmed
12 km8 km
Night RunCity Run+4
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Corrida de Noël d'Issy-les-Moulineaux
Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km3 km1.5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Karneval Marathon Köln | Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Cognac Marathon | Jarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Halloween run | Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
| Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | International Beaujolais Marathon | Villefranche-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Other DisciplinesRoad Running | 43 km42.2 km24 km21.1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Corrida de Thiais | Thiais, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km1.5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Suresnes Christmas Run | Suresnes, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km2 km |
| Dec 12, 2026 | The Fireflies of Josas | Jouy-en-Josas, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 12 km8 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Corrida de Noël d'Issy-les-Moulineaux | Issy-les-Moulineaux, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km3 km1.5 km |
| Dec 19, 2026 | Ronde de Noël de La Meignanne | Longuenée-en-Anjou, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km4.3 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Pisa Marathon |  Pisa, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km6.5 km |
| Dec 27, 2026 | San Silvestre Gadinata |  Cádiz, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 5.7 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2027 | Abrénaline | Les Abrets en Dauphiné, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 10 km4 km2 km1.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Colorful costume runs where creative outfits are actively encouraged and often awarded prizes. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Costume Run theme currently spans 138 public events and 472 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Carnival runs, themed marathons, and New Year Eve races blend official timing with best-costume contests. Primary disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 0.5 km to 43 km.
Paved road and park courses make it easy to move safely even in elaborate group costumes. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +1,300 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Cologne, Jarnac, Mayenne, and Villefranche-sur-Saône. Notable events in this category include Karneval Marathon Köln, Cognac Marathon, and Halloween run. 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 Costume Run events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Colorful costume runs where creative outfits are actively encouraged and often awarded prizes. RunningCompass currently lists 138 events with 472 individual competitions under the Costume Run theme. A total of 36 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 Costume Run races?
Carnival runs, themed marathons, and New Year Eve races blend official timing with best-costume contests. The 472 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 43 km, led by Road Running, Trail 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 Costume Run?
Paved road and park courses make it easy to move safely even in elaborate group costumes. Races in this theme reach up to +1,300 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 Costume Run events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Cologne, Jarnac, Mayenne, and Villefranche-sur-Saône. Notable events in this category include Karneval Marathon Köln, Cognac Marathon, and Halloween run. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 138 events by country, region, month, and distance.