Corri con Gioia
The half marathon running through the streets of Gioia del Colle
About Corri con Gioia
Corri con Gioia, the celebration of Puglian running
Corri con Gioia is one of the most popular running events in Puglia. Every year, in late spring, the streets of the center of Gioia del Colle, a town in the Metropolitan City of Bari, turn into a long ribbon of asphalt traversed by thousands of runners. The event is organized by the Gioia Running sports association with the patronage of the Puglia Region and the Municipality of Gioia del Colle, and has become a permanent fixture on the regional FIDAL federal calendar.
A race in the heart of the city
The start and finish lines are located on Via Einaudi, in the area in front of the "P. Capurso" sports hall. The route winds through the main city arteries and iconic landmarks of Gioia del Colle, touching historic squares like Piazza Plebiscito and passing through the center near the Norman-Swabian Castle and the Rossini Municipal Theater. Along the entire course, the race is accompanied by live musical entertainment from numerous bands, making the day a true celebration of sport open to the entire community.
Competition and solidarity
Corri con Gioia is more than just a race: for years, the event has combined competitive spirit with a strong commitment to charity. Simultaneously with the competitive race, the Corri con Patrizia event takes place—a non-competitive city walk of about 5 km open to all, dedicated to the memory of Patrizia Nettis, a journalist and athlete with Gioia Running who passed away prematurely. The race is supported by charitable initiatives for the Giovanni XXIII Pediatric Hospital in Bari, confirming the spirit with which the event involves families, enthusiasts, and curious onlookers every year.
An event that grows year after year
Over the course of its editions, Corri con Gioia has established itself as the most popular race in the Bari province, capable of attracting over eighteen hundred registrants in its peak seasons and drawing sports clubs from all over Puglia. The event is also valid as a leg of the regional CorriPuglia circuit and represents an opportunity to discover the historic center of Gioia del Colle, its gastronomic traditions, and the hospitality of a city that literally hits the road for a day.
Corri con Gioia — edition 2026
Corri con Gioia 2026: the first half marathon
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, Gioia del Colle hosted the 12th edition of Corri con Gioia, the first race over the half marathon distance (21.0975 km certified and FIDAL-valid). The start was given at 9:00 AM from Via Einaudi, in the area in front of the "P. Capurso" sports hall. The route, consisting of two essentially identical city laps, passed through Via Sandro Pertini, Piazza XX Settembre, Via Garibaldi, Piazza Plebiscito, and the other main streets of the center, animated by live music from numerous bands.
Over eleven hundred athletes representing about 146 sports clubs took part in the event, confirming the prominent role the manifestation plays in the Puglian running landscape; the race was also included in the regional CorriPuglia circuit. Simultaneously, the non-competitive Corri con Patrizia walk took place, dedicated to the memory of Patrizia Nettis, in support of charitable projects for children.
Programme Corri con Gioia 2026
Sunday, April 26, 2026:
- 9:00 AM - Start of the FIDAL half marathon (21.0975 km) and the Corri con Patrizia walk (approx. 5 km) from Via Einaudi;
- City route over two laps passing through Via Sandro Pertini, Piazza XX Settembre, Via Garibaldi, and Piazza Plebiscito;
- Live musical entertainment along the entire route;
- Award ceremony at the end of the race.
Highlights Corri con Gioia 2026
- First edition over the half marathon distance (21.0975 km certified);
- Over 1100 athletes at the start and about 146 participating clubs;
- Race valid for the regional CorriPuglia circuit;
- Corri con Patrizia solidarity walk and charitable collection for the Giovanni XXIII Pediatric Hospital in Bari.
Prices Corri con Gioia 2026
Practical information — Corri con Gioia
Where
Start and finish on Via Einaudi, at the "P. Capurso" sports hall in Gioia del Colle (BA). The route crosses the city center.
How to get there
Gioia del Colle can be reached via the SS100 Bari-Taranto road, taking the Gioia del Colle exit. The city is served by the railway station on the Bari-Taranto line. Parking is available near the starting area.
Registration
Registration for the competitive half marathon is done online via the dedicated timing portal; the non-competitive Corri con Patrizia walk is open to everyone with registration through the Gioia Running association. For information: www.gioiarunning.it.
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Where does it take place — Corri con Gioia
Palazzetto dello sport "P. Capurso", Via Einaudi
Via Luigi Einaudi, 70023 Gioia del Colle