StraDesio
Edition 2026 Folk traditions Family Sport

StraDesio

The Befana walk through the streets of Desio

Desio — Monza e della Brianza (108) Since 1984
Dates 04 Jan — 04 Jan 2026
Location Desio (108)
Prices —
Status Confirmed

About StraDesio

StraDesio is the traditional Befana 'tapasciata' (walk) that kicks off the running year in Desio (MB). Every January 6th (brought forward or moved to early January), the Gruppo Marciatori Desio (Desio Walkers Group) attracts hundreds of walkers and runners for a non-competitive march through the city streets and surrounding areas. Three routes of 8, 16, and 22 kilometers start from the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata, with refreshment stops along the way and the traditional Befana stocking for participants. An event for sport, health, and socializing to welcome the new year in the open air.

The Befana walk in Desio

StraDesio is the historic non-competitive walk (the so-called 'tapasciata') that takes place in Desio, in the province of Monza and Brianza, on the occasion of Befana. Organized by the A.S.D. Gruppo Marciatori Desio, the event traditionally opens the year's running calendar and attracts walking and running enthusiasts from all over the Brianza region.

Routes and Start

The start and finish are at the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata, located at Via Achille Grandi 32. Participants can choose from three routes of 8, 16, and 22 kilometers, which wind through the city center streets and neighborhoods, with refreshment stops along the way. It is a recreational walk open to everyone, from Sunday strollers to more trained athletes.

Tradition and Community Spirit

More than a race, StraDesio is a convivial gathering that combines sport and tradition: participants receive the Befana stocking, in the true spirit of January 6th. The event, which has numerous editions, is an early-year classic for the Desio community and the amateur running movement in Brianza.

StraDesio — edition 2026

The 43rd StraDesio took place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, starting from the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata in Desio. Three routes of 8, 16, and 22 km, start between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM, refreshments along the route, and a Befana stocking for participants.

The 43rd edition of StraDesio was held on Sunday, January 4, 2026, starting from the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata at Via Achille Grandi 32 in Desio. As per tradition, the non-competitive walk offered three routes of 8, 16, and 22 kilometers through the city streets and surrounding areas, with staggered starts between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Refreshment points managed by the Gruppo Marciatori Desio were available along the routes, while participants received the traditional Befana stocking. Despite the winter cold, the event confirmed its role in opening the amateur running calendar in Brianza.

Programme StraDesio 2026

Sunday, January 4, 2026

  • 7:30 AM–9:00 AM — Free start from the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata, Via Achille Grandi 32
  • Three routes: 8 km, 16 km, 22 km
  • Refreshments along the routes
  • Befana stocking distribution to participants

Highlights StraDesio 2026

43rd edition; three routes of 8, 16, and 22 km; Befana stocking for participants.

Prices StraDesio 2026

Low registration fee: approximately €4–5 without a prize, €7–8 with a Befana stocking.

Practical information — StraDesio

Where

Start and finish at the Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata, Via Achille Grandi 32, Desio (MB).

When

Early January, on the occasion of Befana. Start between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Routes

8, 16, and 22 km, on the road (mostly asphalt), with refreshment stops.

Registration

Low fee, with the option to receive the Befana stocking. Non-competitive event open to all.

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Where does it take place — StraDesio

Oratorio Beata Vergine Immacolata

Via Achille Grandi 32, 20832 Desio

StraDesio in brief

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History of StraDesio