StrAlessandria
The charity run of Alessandria: sport, music, and cooperation
About StrAlessandria
The race that brings together sport and solidarity
StrAlessandria is much more than just a running race: it is a major popular festival that brings Parco Carrà to life every spring in Alessandria, the capital of the province of the same name in the heart of lower Piedmont. Established in the nineties, the event has successfully combined a passion for running with a strong spirit of solidarity, becoming one of the city's most beloved and well-attended events.
One event, many souls
The StrAlessandria format is designed to involve everyone, from competitive athletes to families with children. The program revolves around several offerings:
- the competitive race of 5.5 km, valid as a trial for the regional FIDAL circuit, which attracts athletes from all over Piedmont;
- the amateur run and non-competitive walk, open to schools, corporate teams, groups, and individual citizens;
- the inclusive routes, short and accessible, designed even for those using wheelchairs.
Surrounding the race is a true festival village, with stands from non-profit associations, food trucks, live music, DJ sets, and sporting activities that animate Parco Carrà for the entire weekend.
Running for a good cause
The distinctive feature of StrAlessandria is its commitment to solidarity. Registration fees do not cover the event's costs but are entirely donated to support concrete projects: on one hand, international cooperation initiatives promoted by the Istituto Cooperazione Sviluppo, and on the other, projects dedicated to the Alessandria area, particularly for young people. Signing up for the race means taking part in a personal act of solidarity.
A date for the city
Over the years, StrAlessandria has become a collective ritual capable of mobilizing thousands of people, transforming the city's streets and parks into a path of sport and sharing. It is an event that perfectly captures the soul of Alessandria: a hardworking and welcoming plains city that knows how to team up for a good cause. For those visiting Piedmont in the spring, it is the ideal opportunity to experience the authentic atmosphere of a local festival, far from the main tourist circuits.
StrAlessandria — edition 2026
L'edizione 2026 ha segnato un traguardo importante: i trent'anni della StrAlessandria. Per l'occasione la manifestazione si è arricchita di un programma su due giornate, con il villaggio della festa al Parco Carrà di Alessandria e, per la prima volta, tre percorsi inclusivi pensati per garantire la massima accessibilità.
La gara competitiva ha confermato il valore tecnico dell'evento, mentre la parte amatoriale e quella inclusiva hanno ribadito lo spirito aperto e partecipativo della corsa. Il ricavato delle iscrizioni è stato destinato a un progetto di cooperazione in Senegal e a un'iniziativa per i giovani della città di Alessandria.
Programme StrAlessandria 2026
Sabato 9 maggio — Villaggio del Volontario
- Dalle 10:00 — apertura del Villaggio del Volontario al Parco Carrà, con gli stand delle associazioni del Terzo Settore coordinate dal CSVAA
- Food truck e area ristoro
- Esibizione dal vivo di Liv e dj set di Azel
- Attività sportive, tra cui un torneo di calcio a 5
Domenica 10 maggio — Le corse
- 10:00 — partenza della gara competitiva FIDAL (5,5 km)
- 10:15 — partenza della corsa amatoriale e camminata non competitiva
- Percorsi inclusivi: Giallo (~500 m), Rosso (~1 km), Azzurro (~1,5 km, accessibile alle carrozzine)
- Nel pomeriggio: spettacolo di circo contemporaneo con Ansensà, concerti e dj set, torneo di basket
Highlights StrAlessandria 2026
Edizione del trentennale con maglia celebrativa firmata dall'illustratrice Denise Bistofi. Tra i vincitori della gara competitiva, Gabriele Roselli (Atletica Novese) nella classifica assoluta maschile e Nezha Azeroual (Atletica Alessandria) tra le donne. Oltre 200 iscritti alla gara competitiva.
Prices StrAlessandria 2026
Practical information — StrAlessandria
Where it takes place
The heart of the event is Parco Carrà in Alessandria, where the start, finish, and festival village are located.
How to get there
By train: Alessandria station is a major railway hub, well-connected to Turin, Genoa, and Milan; from the station, Parco Carrà can be reached in a few minutes. By car: Alessandria is served by the A21 and A26 motorways.
Registration
The participation fee is usually 10 euros and includes the official event jersey. Proceeds support the edition's charity projects.
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Where does it take place — StrAlessandria
Parco Carrà
Parco Carrà, 15121 Alessandria