Road racing in the heart of Alcamo's historic center
The Alcamo City of Art Running Trophy is the premier spring road racing event held in the historic center of Alcamo, a significant town in the province of Trapani, Sicily. Organized by ASD L.I.P.A. Atletica Alcamo, the race has become a classic of the Sicilian running scene, attracting hundreds of runners from across the island every year, from young talents to master athletes.
The track for the Absolute and Master categories winds entirely through the charming historic center: a circuit of approximately 2.5 km to be repeated three times, for a total of 7.5 km, identical for both men and women. The promotional and youth sector races take place along Corso VI Aprile, with distances varying by category. The meeting point, finish line, and award ceremonies are located in Piazza Ciullo, Alcamo's main town square.
The Trophy is not an isolated event: it is an official stage of the Trapani Provincial Grand Prix and the BioRace circuit, as well as a provincial road race for promotional categories. This ensures a large and qualified field of participants, with the main Sicilian running clubs competing for top positions and the prize for the largest team.
Beyond the competitive aspect, the event is distinguished by its strong commitment to inclusivity: every year, athletes of all ages and abilities run side by side, including people with disabilities and runners over ninety, in a climate of solidarity and fun. The race traverses the streets and squares of Alcamo's historic center, offering participants the chance to experience sport while immersed in the city's architectural heritage. A commemorative medal is provided for all finishers.
Nestled between the Gulf of Castellammare and Mount Bonifato, Alcamo is one of the most historically rich towns in the province of Trapani, featuring Baroque churches, the Castle of the Counts of Modica, and a vibrant historic center. Running the Trophy is also a way to discover this setting, from which the event takes its name, "City of Art".
The 8th edition of the Alcamo City of Art Running Trophy was held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, attracting approximately 400 athletes from various parts of Sicily. The absolute and master race was run on the 2.5 km circuit, repeated three times in the historic center, while the youth races enlivened Corso VI Aprile. Among the participants were athletes who overcame barriers of disability and several runners over ninety, confirming the inclusive spirit of the event.
Official stage of the 23rd Trapani Provincial Grand Prix, provincial road race for promotional categories, and a stop on the 2026 BioRace circuit.
Absolute winners: Filippo Pizzurro (Sport Amatori Partinico) for the men and Serena Zeferino (ASD Universitas Palermo) for the women. Great participation (about 400 athletes) and moments of strong inclusivity, with athletes with disabilities and runners over ninety at the start.
Alcamo (TP) can be reached by car via the A29 Palermo-Mazara del Vallo motorway (Alcamo exit) and by train via the Alcamo Diramazione station. The meeting point is Piazza Ciullo, in the historic center.
Registrations are managed through affiliated clubs and the Speedpass system. For fees and procedures, please contact the organizers: ASD L.I.P.A. Atletica Alcamo, [email protected], tel. +39 328 2541577 (contact person: Enrico Grumelli).
Nearby parking, restrooms, post-race refreshments, and a commemorative medal for all finishers.
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Centro storico di Alcamo
Piazza Ciullo, 91011 Alcamo