After the ice-creams on the beach and the summer barbecues, it's time to get rid of some toxins and get back into the swing of things! Fortunately, there's no shortage of sporting events and activities in the Paris region, inviting you to take up a challenge, whether for yourself or in support of others. Whether it's a mud race, a family race, a race with animals, a race to fight disease, or a race in the great outdoors, there's something for everyone in September 2025, to get the school year off to a great start!
Don't worry, if you're a novice runner and want to give it a try, many races are accessible to all levels and don't require record endurance. Even if you only do a few kilometers, the main thing is always to try. Some races are held in the capital, but there are also many in the Paris region, ready to help you discover your chosen département in a whole new way! Let's get on the track!
A guide to running in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in 2025
Sports enthusiasts and race lovers meet up all year round for the various races and marathons organized in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. And for those of you who don't know what to try, or want to plan ahead, we've put together a list of races in the capital scheduled for 2025. [Read more]



Paris-Versailles 2025: route and info, everything you need to know
This Sunday, September 28, 25,000 runners will set off from the Eiffel Tower towards the Château de Versailles. The 46th edition of this legendary race crosses the Hauts-de-Seine and Yvelines departments, covering 16.2 km of ascent and descent. We take stock. [Read more]



La Course des Cafés 2025: the iconic waiters' and waitresses' race returns to Paris
One of the capital's most amazing races is back! On September 21, 2025, the waiters and waitresses of Paris's cafés will set off with one goal in mind: not to drop their tray, to your applause! [Read more]



La Virade de l'Espoir de Paris 2025: the cystic fibrosis race at the Jardin d'Acclimatation
The Virade de Paris returns for another edition on September 28, 2025 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation. On the program: races, hikes and events to help in the fight against cystic fibrosis. [Read more]



Memorun 2025: the Alzheimer's awareness race in the Bois de Vincennes
In the fight against Alzheimer's disease, the Memorun solidarity race returns to the Bois de Vincennes on September 20 and 21, 2025. On the program: races for the whole family and a host of events. [Read more]



Urban Trail 2025 de la Butte Montmartre: walk and run to Sacré-Cœur
Take part in the Urban Trail de la Butte Montmartre, the solidarity race in the heart of Paris, by walking or running, on September 21, 2025. An exceptional crossing of the district all the way to the Sacré Coeur, with quite a climb! [Read more]



La Parisienne 2025: free festival, 100% women's running and yoga classes
La Parisienne, the legendary race through the streets of Paris, is back! Join us from September 12 to 14, 2025 for a 100% feminine event, with a free festival, yoga and other surprises! [Read more]



A 25-kilometre walk from Neuilly-sur-Seine to Paris in the fight against cancer
On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, a 25 km solidarity walk will link Neuilly-sur-Seine to Paris in a free event open to all, designed to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity in cancer treatment. [Read more]



Yes We Run: the Courbevoie (92) night run for solidarity
On September 27, 2025, join us in Courbevoie for a night-time race with family and friends, with a choice of three routes, including a 10-kilometer one! Get your sneakers on! [Read more]



Impérial Trail 2025: the trail and ultra-trail race in Fontainebleau (77)
The 2025 edition of the Impérial Trail will be held in Fontainebleau on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Ready for the start? [Read more]



Triathlon des Roses 2025: a race to help fight breast cancer
The ARC Foundation is organizing the Triathlon des Roses on September 20, 2025 at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud. It's a triathlon dedicated to women, in aid of breast cancer research, so go for it! [Read more]



Ruée des Fadas x SoMAD 2025: obstacle course in the mud on the Île de Loisirs de Torcy (77)
SoMAD, the famous mud obstacle course, is back on the Ile de Loisirs de Torcy, in partnership with La Ruée des Fadas, on September 20, 2025, to run, climb and crawl with friends! [Read more]



La Boucle: festival and race from 5 to 50km on the Hippodrome d'Enghien-Soisy (95)
Fancy a race with no pressure and no stopwatch? On September 14, 2025, the Hippodrome d'Enghien-Soisy will be hosting a new sporting and festive event where everyone can run at their own pace, from 5 to 50 km, in aid of a worthy cause. [Read more]



Children Without Cancer 2025: the charity race at the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud will be the venue for a charity race. Called "Enfants sans Cancer" (Children without Cancer), it aims to raise as many donations as possible to support research into treatments for children with cancer. [Read more]



La Folle Furieuse Paris Ouest: the obstacle course for everyone at Verneuil-sur-Seine (78)
Looking for a bit of a challenge? The Folle Furieuse is back, for a new obstacle course on the Île de Loisirs du Val de Seine, on September 21, 2025! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025



A guide to running in Paris and the Ile-de-France region in 2025














