Trofeo Sant'Agata – International Road Race
A road race in the heart of Baroque Catania, blending sport and devotion
About Trofeo Sant'Agata
A race in the heart of Catania
The Trofeo Sant'Agata is one of the most fascinating road races in Sicily: an international road race held on a city circuit in the historic center of Catania, during the days when the city celebrates its patron saint. The event is part of the official Agatine celebrations and the so-called Settimana dello Sport Agatino, an extraordinary program of sporting events accompanying the festivities in early February.
The Route
The start and finish lines are located on Via Vittorio Emanuele II, near the Palazzo della Cultura, where runners tackle a loop of approximately 1,400 meters. The course touches some of the most evocative streets of Baroque Catania, including Via Ventimiglia, the area around the Teatro Massimo Bellini, Via Antonino di Sangiuliano, and the famous Via Etnea. Men complete seven laps for a total of 9,800 meters, while women complete four laps, totaling 5,600 meters. The race concludes with the arrival of the winners, while other athletes are ranked based on the number of laps completed.
A history spanning over sixty years
The race was founded in 1960 as the Coppa di Sant'Agata and became an international event in 1966, opening its doors to foreign athletes. Its long list of winners includes legendary names in Italian athletics such as Franco Arese, Salvatore Antibo, and Stefano Baldini, alongside Soviet and Kenyan champions. After several interruptions and a long hiatus, the Trofeo returned in February 2023, immediately reclaiming its prominent place in the national running calendar.
Organization and Agatine setting
The event is organized by Atletica Sicilia with the patronage of the Municipality of Catania, the Committee for the Feast of Sant'Agata, FIDAL Sicilia, and CONI Sicilia. Running the Trofeo means immersing yourself in a truly unique atmosphere: high-level sport intertwines with popular devotion, the faithful in their white saccu robes, and the city's most heartfelt festival. For athletics enthusiasts and tourists alike, it is a unique opportunity to experience Catania—in the heart of Sicily—during one of its most intense moments.
Trofeo Sant'Agata — edition 2026
Trofeo Sant'Agata 2026
On Monday, February 2, 2026, on Candlemas Day, the historic center of Catania hosted a new, intense edition of the Trofeo Sant'Agata. The start was given at 3:00 PM on Via Vittorio Emanuele II, near the Palazzo della Cultura, with bib collection starting at 1:30 PM.
The Winners
In the men's race, Osama Zoghlami triumphed, finishing the 9,800 meters in 29'24", repeating his 2023 success after an Italian duel with Daniele Meucci (second in 29'55"); third place went to the Kenyan Simon Kibet Loitanyang (30'26"). Among the women, Nicoletta Santonocito (Magma team) took a solo victory, finishing the 5,600 meters in 20'16".
The event, organized by Atletica Sicilia with the patronage of the Municipality of Catania, the Committee for the Feast of Sant'Agata, FIDAL Sicilia, and CONI Sicilia, confirmed its status as a prestigious appointment in Sicilian running.
Programme Trofeo Sant'Agata 2026
Program
- 1:30 PM – Bib collection in the start area (Via Vittorio Emanuele II, Palazzo della Cultura)
- 3:00 PM – Race start: men 7 laps (9,800 m), women 4 laps (5,600 m)
- City circuit of approx. 1,400 m in the Baroque historic center (Via Ventimiglia, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Via di Sangiuliano, Via Etnea)
Highlights Trofeo Sant'Agata 2026
- Victory for Osama Zoghlami in 29'24" (men), second place for Daniele Meucci
- Success for Nicoletta Santonocito in 20'16" (women)
- Rich field of Italian champions and international athletes
- Race included in the Agatine Sports Week
Prices Trofeo Sant'Agata 2026
Practical information — Trofeo Sant'Agata
How to get there
Catania's historic center is easily accessible by train (Catania Centrale station) and from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, located just a few kilometers away. The start and finish lines are on Via Vittorio Emanuele II, near the Palazzo della Cultura.
Schedule and Registration
Bib collection is generally scheduled from 1:30 PM in the start area, with the race starting at 3:00 PM. The race is reserved for athletes registered according to FIDAL regulations; registration details are published by the organizers (Atletica Sicilia) closer to the event date.
Tips
Traffic restrictions are in place on the streets along the circuit during the day: it is advisable to travel on foot or by public transport and to arrive early to watch the start.
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Where does it take place — Trofeo Sant'Agata
Palazzo della Cultura - centro storico
Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 95124 Catania