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TransLantau by UTMB
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
November 13, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
104 km45 km27 km15 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Island Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Island races spanning tidal islands, Mediterranean archipelagos, and volcanic Atlantic or Pacific islands. Browse 737 events (36 confirmed dates) and 2,334 races from 0.5 km to 104 km.
Events73736 confirmed dates
Competitions2,334Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 104 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Trail des Châtaignes
Cormeilles-en-Parisis, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
48 km32 km16 km14 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Urgent Run Paris
Paris, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Larnaca International Marathon
Larnaka, Cyprus
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunIsland+1
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Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km
Żurrieq, Malta
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km1.5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
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Lions of Hope Run
Sceaux, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km900 m
Public ParkCity Run+3
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Foulées Olympiques Colombiennes
Colombes, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km1 km400 m
FestiveCity Run+2
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ENDOrun Paris
Paris, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km3 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | TransLantau by UTMB | Hong Kong, HK | Trail Running | 104 km45 km27 km15 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Trail des Châtaignes | Cormeilles-en-Parisis, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 48 km32 km16 km14 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Urgent Run Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 20 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Larnaca International Marathon | Larnaka, Larnaca, CY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Zurrieq Half Marathon and 10 km | Żurrieq, Iż-Żurrieq, MT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km1.5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Lions of Hope Run | Sceaux, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km900 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Foulées Olympiques Colombiennes | Colombes, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km1 km400 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | ENDOrun Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km3 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Trail Malassis Tour | Mantes-la-Jolie, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 25 km13 km6 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Boulogne-Billancourt Christian Granger Half Marathon | Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Autumn Marathon | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 10 km Paris Centre (Hoka) | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
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Overview & Route Character
Island races spanning tidal islands, Mediterranean archipelagos, and volcanic Atlantic or Pacific islands. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Island theme currently spans 737 public events and 2,334 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Island circumnavigations, coastal marathons, and island trails pair travel logistics with scenic endurance racing. Primary disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 0.5 km to 104 km.
Depending on the island, profiles range from flat dune and dike paths to steep volcanic crater ridges. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +4,500 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Hong Kong, Cormeilles-en-Parisis, Paris, and Larnaka. Notable events in this category include TransLantau by UTMB, Trail des Châtaignes, and Urgent Run Paris. 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 Island events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Island races spanning tidal islands, Mediterranean archipelagos, and volcanic Atlantic or Pacific islands. RunningCompass currently lists 737 events with 2,334 individual competitions under the Island 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 Island races?
Island circumnavigations, coastal marathons, and island trails pair travel logistics with scenic endurance racing. The 2,334 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 104 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 Island?
Depending on the island, profiles range from flat dune and dike paths to steep volcanic crater ridges. Races in this theme reach up to +4,500 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 Island events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Hong Kong, Cormeilles-en-Parisis, Paris, and Larnaka. Notable events in this category include TransLantau by UTMB, Trail des Châtaignes, and Urgent Run Paris. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 737 events by country, region, month, and distance.