The races we follow, take part in or recommend, from 2026 to 2028. Registration is done directly on each organiser's website; when the official date has not yet been published, we mark it "to be confirmed".
2026
New York City Marathon 2026
1 November 2026
Fort Wadsworth (Staten Island), New York, United States
The New York City Marathon is THE most sought-after marathon in the world! It always takes place on the first Sunday of November. Around 50,000 runners take part, in front of more than 2 million spectators — the biggest sporting event in the city. 10,000 places are reserved for runners from abroad. The race is broadcast live and can be followed on the "TCS New York City Marathon" app.
The nature trail run of the French capital, designed from the start as an eco-friendly race — from 10 to 120 km through the forests and parks of Île-de-France, with a legendary finish at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. A wonderful way to discover the green spaces around Paris while limiting your impact.
Date to be confirmed
Run For Planet Bordeaux 2027
Late April 2027
Talence and the Bordeaux riverside, France
Charities for the oceans, animals and the planet (Sea Shepherd, Planète Urgence…)
A 5 km or 10 km run along the Garonne, with most of the entry fees donated to charities protecting the oceans, animals and the planet. Ideal for a first charity race.
Date to be confirmed
Wings for Life World Run 2027
Early May 2027
Paris, France; Zug, Switzerland; and all over the world
Spinal cord injury research (100% of entry fees donated)
The Wings for Life World Run is the unmissable international race, held every year since 2014 on the first weekend of May. Thousands of people run at the same time — the start is given at the very same moment for everyone. Very well organised, it raises funds for its non-profit foundation.
The SPA Relay (Le Relais de la SPA) 2027
23 May 2027
Saint-Cloud National Estate (Hauts-de-Seine), France
The SPA (shelters, veterinary care, fight against abandonment and cruelty)
The big charity race of the SPA, France's leading animal welfare charity — 5 km canicross with your dog, 10 km run or 2 × 5 km duo relay, untimed. Every participant raises donations for shelter animals. The perfect race to run with your four-legged friend!
Race for the Wild 2027
27 June 2027
From St Helier to Jersey Zoo, Jersey (Channel Islands)
13 km along the green lanes of the island of Jersey, from St Helier town centre to Jersey Zoo, founded by the naturalist Gerald Durrell. Funds support the protection of endangered species all over the world.
A trail run in the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies, among the grizzly bears — are you up for it? Extreme athletes face death, solo or in a relay, in one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world. The 118 km course crosses 3 summits with 5,000 metres of elevation gain. You will cross the spectacular rivers of the Hell's Gate canyon, where the Smoky and Sulphur rivers meet, and battle heat, cold and acute mountain sickness.
Date to be confirmed
UTMB Mont-Blanc 2027
Late August 2027
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Entry fee
2027 fees not yet published (2026 — UTMB ~€439, CCC ~€285, OCC ~€179, ETC ~€59)
Live an adventure that will change you forever! Every year in Chamonix, the UTMB brings together the world's trail running elite — 10,000 runners and 2,000 volunteers from many countries, over 176 km and around 10,000 metres of elevation gain, in magnificent scenery. Only runners with real experience and self-sufficiency in the mountains can register.
Date to be confirmed
Woofest 2027
September 2027
Château de Bertichères, 60240 Chaumont-en-Vexin, France
Entry fee
Obstacle course ~€32 · walk ~€20 · visitor pass €14 to €19 (2026 fees)
Woofest is THE big European dog festival for dog owners and dog lovers — interactive village, stands, workshops, demonstrations, and several race formats with your dog (obstacle course, canicross, canitrail, guided walk).
Les Mulhousiennes 2027
18 September 2027 to 19 September 2027
Stade de l'Ill, 45 boulevard Charles Stoessel, 68200 Mulhouse, France
Fight against cancer (€600,000 donated to date)
Entry fee
10 km timed ~€22 · 5 km timed ~€16 · 5 km and walk ~€13 · children ~€6 (2026 fees)
The most fun 5 km on earth! Ideal for a gentle start, this playful race with inflatable obstacles and coloured powder is open to everyone, untimed — fun, accessible and friendly.
Date to be confirmed
Virades de l'Espoir 2027
Late September 2027
Around 250 towns in France (including Alsace) and overseas territories
Vaincre la Mucoviscidose (cystic fibrosis research and care)
Every year at the end of September, all over France, people run, walk or cycle to "give their breath" to those who lack it. Donations fund research and support for people with cystic fibrosis. There is probably a Virade near you.
Date to be confirmed
Odysséa Paris 2027
Early October 2027
Château de Vincennes, Paris, France
Fight against breast cancer (Gustave Roussy Institute)
The big pink race of "Octobre Rose" (Breast Cancer Awareness Month) around the Château de Vincennes — 10 km timed, 5 km to run or walk, and races for children. Funds support breast cancer research. Odysséa also takes place in many other French cities.
Date to be confirmed
La Strasbourgeoise 2027
Early October 2027
Strasbourg, France
Fight against breast cancer (French-German charities)
Close to home, the big women's charity race of "Octobre Rose" in Alsace — 5 km run and walk, Nordic walking, canoeing and cycling. Part of the profits goes to French-German charities fighting breast cancer.
New York City Marathon 2027
7 November 2027
Fort Wadsworth (Staten Island), New York, United States
Entry fee
2027 fees published when registration opens (2026 — $358 for international runners)
The New York City Marathon is THE most sought-after marathon in the world! It always takes place on the first Sunday of November. Around 50,000 runners take part, in front of more than 2 million spectators — the biggest sporting event in the city. 10,000 places are reserved for runners from abroad. The race is broadcast live and can be followed on the "TCS New York City Marathon" app.