The road race that brings the streets of Partinico to life
The Partinico Running Trophy is a road race held in Partinico, a key town in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, Sicily. Established in 2024 and reaching its third edition in 2026, the event is organized by A.S.D. G.S. Partinico Running, an amateur sports association affiliated with FIDAL (Italian Athletics Federation), under the patronage of the Municipality of Partinico.
The event is known for its inclusive and grassroots spirit: the program includes races for all categories, from budding young athletes to adults. Participants include youth categories (Esordienti, Ragazzi/e, Cadetti/e, and Allievi), as well as Juniores, Promesse, Seniores, and Master categories for both men and women. The participation of FISDIR (Italian Federation of Paralympic Sports for Intellectual and Relational Disabilities) – Sicily Delegation is particularly significant, demonstrating how athletics can be a unique and powerful tool for integration.
The race takes place on a city circuit that winds through the streets of Partinico, with the start and finish line near Villa Margherita. The route is designed to engage the town and bring sport directly to the people, with residents encouraged to cheer along the course. The distance varies from year to year, typically ranging between 7 and 8 kilometers.
The municipal administration and organizers promote the Partinico Running Trophy as a true community festival: an opportunity to celebrate the values of healthy sport, inclusion, and togetherness. The day brings together registered athletes, running enthusiasts, and curious onlookers in an atmosphere of enthusiasm that makes Partinico the Sicilian capital of amateur running for a day.
Included in the regional FIDAL calendar, the event attracts runners from across the province of Palermo and all of Sicily, helping to grow the culture of road running in the region. For athletics fans visiting Western Sicily, the Partinico Running Trophy is an excellent opportunity to combine sport with local exploration.
The third edition of the Partinico Running Trophy was held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, through the streets of Partinico (PA). Organized by A.S.D. G.S. Partinico Running with the patronage of the Municipality of Partinico, it reaffirmed its status as a popular celebration of sport.
The start was set for 3:30 PM from Villa Margherita, covering a 7.30 km route along a city circuit. The race was open to youth categories and absolute categories (Juniores, Promesse, Seniores, and Master M/F), as well as FISDIR athletes, confirming the event's strong inclusive character.
Partinico (PA), Sicily. Meeting point and start near Villa Margherita.
By car: Partinico is accessible via the A29 Palermo-Mazara del Vallo motorway (Partinico exit), approximately 35 km from Palermo. By train: Partinico station on the Palermo-Trapani line. The nearest airport is Falcone-Borsellino in Palermo (Punta Raisi), about 30 km away.
Registration is reserved for athletes registered with FIDAL, FISDIR, RUNCARD, and RUNCARD EPS. Contact: Christian Charamoglis ([email protected], tel. +39 328 8412691). Technical aspects: Salvatore Longo ([email protected]).
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