Do you like sporting challenges and are you looking for new ones? This year, 2025, a whole host of races and sporting routes, each more original than the last, await you in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. For runners, joggers, marathoners and even brave beginners, the Paris region offers a rich program ofsporting events. And all the more so when it comes to unusual races!
From chases to Ninja Warrior-style obstacle courses, color-throwing courses and much more, Paris and the surrounding region know how to surprise sports enthusiasts with these original concepts! Enough to motivate even the most lazy among us to strap on a pair of sneakers. So, alone or in a team, get ready to hit your best sprints or put your endurance and agility to the test!
That's right, to make it easier for you and give you no more excuses not to go for a run, we've come up with a whole host of original races that will get you in the mood for exercise.
Paris-Versailles-Mantes à la marche 2025, a night hike from 12 to 54 km
On the night of January 25 to 26, 2025, the 88ᵉ edition of the Paris-Versailles-Mantes walk invites enthusiasts and the curious to experience a unique nocturnal adventure. Organized by the Association Sportive Mantaise (ASM), since 1935 this event has brought together thousands of walkers ready to take on a physical and convivial challenge under the stars. [Read more]
NoctiRaid: team racing with shooting, mountain biking, trail running and orienteering (91)
Take part in the 16th edition of the NoctiRaid, a team race combining five sporting disciplines, in Essonne! With family or friends, cross kilometers of nature from February 8 to 9, 2025, with a program of unique events. [Read more]
La Course de la Saint-Valentin 2025 at Parc des Buttes Chaumont
La Course de la Saint-Valentin returns to the Parc des Buttes Chaumont on Saturday, February 15, 2025! A great opportunity to come and run as a couple in good spirits, or even to find your soul mate, who knows? [Read more]
La Course de la Jonquille contre le Cancer 2025: everything you need to know about this charity event
The Institut Curie is proposing a connected challenge for the Daffodil Race Against Cancer: from March 11 to 23, 2025, accumulate as many kilometers as possible by running or walking. For every kilometer completed, a donation will be made to the Institut Curie by the event's major partner. Put on your sneakers and support cancer research. Registration is now open. [Read more]
Sine Qua Non Run 2025: the solidarity race to combat gender-based violence
The Sine Qua Non Run, organized to combat sexist and sexual violence, takes place on Saturday March 15, 2025, starting from Place de la République. 100% of profits will be donated to associations fighting this scourge. [Read more]
Jour du Macaron: a charity race combining sport and gourmet delights by Maison Pierre Hermé
On March 15, 2025, celebrate Macaroon Day with a charity run organized by the Princesse Margot association and Maison Pierre Hermé, to raise funds and enjoy gourmet breaks! [Read more]
Duathlon de Paris 2025: team time trial in the Bois de Boulogne
Runners and cyclists, it's time for a challenge: the triathlon may be over, but the Duathlon awaits you on March 16, 2025 for a team time trial in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne. [Read more]
The Rambouillet 2025 Half Marathon returns this Sunday: the course
The Rambouillet Half Marathon returns for its 37th edition on Sunday March 16, 2025. With 3,000 runners expected, this flagship sporting event in the Yvelines is once again sold out. On the program: a route between town and forest, a friendly atmosphere and a major sporting challenge. [Read more]
L'Enduro du Barn: a solo or relay bike race near the Moulin de Brétigny (78)
If you love nature and cycling, this is the race for you! Alone or in a group, come and ride for several hours on the Barn estate, near the Moulin de Brétigny, in the Yvelines department! [Read more]
XLETIX Kids, the family obstacle course, lands on the Jablines leisure island in April
An obstacle course, yes, but even better with the whole family! So that's the concept behind XLETIX Kids, a family obstacle course scheduled for the very first time on April 26, at the Ile de loisirs de Jablines! [Read more]
No Finish Line Paris 2025: the three-day non-stop solidarity race
The 11th edition of the No Finish Line Paris, the non-stop solidarity race, returns to Paris from May 15 to 18, 2025. The aim? To cover as many meters as possible, by walking or running, in one or more stages. 1km = 1€ donated to partner associations! [Read more]
Le Relais de la SPA: a race for animals at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud (92)
Run for the animals at the SPA's first solidarity race, on May 18, 2025, in the heart of the verdant Domaine national de Saint-Cloud! Of course, dogs are welcome too, thanks to the canicross. [Read more]
Run For Planet 2025: the eco-designed race for the environment in Draveil (91)
How about running for the planet? The Run For Planet is coming to Draveil on Sunday, May 18, 2025. This race aims to raise public awareness of ecological issues by running 5 or 10 kilometers, with proceeds going to environmental associations. [Read more]
Vertigo 2025: the vertical race that takes you up 40 floors at La Défense
Ready to climb 40 floors in one go for the Vertigo race on May 20, 2025? This vertical race takes place in Paris La Défense's Tour Légende, for its 11th edition. Just 822 steps to go! [Read more]
La Ruée des Fadas 2025: the crazy obstacle course in Yvelines (78)
Following the success of previous editions, the Ruée des Fadas returns to the Paris region. Scheduled for May 25, 2025, this totally frosty mud race welcomes you to the Yvelines! [Read more]
Color Run 2025 in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine (78): solidarity run, colored powder and DJ set
Would you like to take part in a festive, colorful race on the outskirts of Paris? Head for Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, in the Yvelines region (78), this Sunday, May 25, 2025, to take part in the 6th Color Run. What's on the program? Colorful runs, inflatable structures and a DJ set! [Read more]
A vertical race for solidarity: get ready to climb the stairs of Butte Montmartre
Fancy a race with a twist? Head for HappyCulture's vertical challenge on June 5, 2025, at the foot of the Butte Montmartre. Your mission, if you accept it, is to climb the 202 steps as fast as you can! [Read more]
Val'Dingo 94: the free, fun obstacle course in the Parc de Choisy
On June 15, 2025, obstacle course enthusiasts are invited to the wacky and fun-filled Val'Dingo in the Parc de Choisy. A free sporting event to enjoy with family and friends! [Read more]
Course des Fiertés 2025: the first LGBTQI+ sporting event in Pantin
For Pride Month, Inter-LGBT is launching the very first Course des Fiertés on June 22, 2025 in Pantin. A festive and committed 6.28 km course open to all, with no time limits or pressure. [Read more]
Zomb'in The Dark: zombie orienteering in the forest of Nemours (77)
Zomb'in The Dark returns to the Paris region! For this unusual orienteering race among the zombies, the meeting is set for June 28, 2025 in the forest of Nemours! [Read more]
Open Swim Stars 2025: swimming across Paris at the Bassin de la Villette
The swim across Paris returns for another edition on July 5 and 6, 2025, with the Open Swim Stars race. The program features seven sensational open-water events in the Bassin de la Villette and the Canal de l'Ourcq! [Read more]
Insolite: the crazy free bathtub race returns to the Canal de l'Ourcq
Have you ever been to a bathtub race? It's no joke, this unusual event has been taking place on the Ourcq Canal for 14 years, and you can take part for free on Sunday, July 6, 2025! [Read more]
July 14, 2025: an obstacle course by the French Army for the French National Holiday
After the traditional military parade on July 14, 2025, the French Army awaits you at Les Invalides, for a wide range of activities to discover the regiments that protect the French. [Read more]
Nage ton canal 2025: open-water race, aquathlon and buoy race on the Ourcq Canal
Feel like taking a dip in the Ourcq Canal this Saturday, August 23, 2025? Then head for Pantin for the latest edition of "Nage ton Canal", Seine-Saint-Denis' famous open-water race! [Read more]
Nage ta Seine 2025: buoy racing and open-water swimming in the Ile Saint-Denis park (93)
On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the second edition of Nage ta Seine arrives at the Parc de l'Ile Saint-Denis, for its famous buoy races and open-water swimming! [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]
Woofest 2025: an obstacle course with your dog, just a few kilometers from Paris
Woofest is back on September 13 and 14, 2025, a few kilometers from the capital, in Chaumont-en-Vexin, in the Oise region. The only event in the area where you can have fun with your dog in an obstacle course, canicross or walk! [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]
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]
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 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]
La Course des Cafés 2025: the iconic waiter/waitress race returns
One of the capital's most astonishing races is back! On September 21, 2025, waiters and waitresses from the cafés of Paris will set off with one goal in mind: not to drop their tray! [Read more]
Run Set & Match: running races for the whole family and entertainment at Roland-Garros
For once, there's no tennis at Roland-Garros, just running! On October 5, 2025, the Run Set & Match awaits you for a ten-kilometer race in the temple of clay, or an easier one for the kids. [Read more]
MudGirl Paris 2025: a women's mud race on the Île de Loisirs de Jablines-Annet (77)
The all-girls mud race, MudGirl Paris, returns to the Île de Loisirs de Jablines-Annet on October 11 and 12, 2025. Are you ready to tackle the obstacles together? [Read more]
AéroRun returns in 2025, for a new race on the runways!
Ready to board? See you on October 19, 2025! On the program: a 10km timed run and a 2.5km walk on the runways of an active airport. [Read more]
Ekiden de Paris 2025: team marathon in the heart of Paris
The Ekiden de Paris returns on Sunday, November 2, 2025, to run as a team in the heart of Paris. The idea? Run a relay marathon through the capital's most beautiful monuments. [Read more]
In short, if you feel like rolling up your sleeves and taking part in an original race, there's plenty to do! And stay tuned for more races.
Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
