You may be surprised to hear that Ibiza is a very sporty island! There are Running Races in Ibiza or Formentera almost every weekend outside of the peak summer months - many of them are road races, but the trail races on this green and hilly island are really special.
Some races have very generous prizes for top performers in their category, and the post-race food is often great! Entry costs are generally very affordable (a couple are even FREE!), and many races have events for kids and/or walkers.
Read our guide to the main Ibiza and Formentera Running Races that tend to take place each year between January and December (note that at the time of writing this article, it's too early to confirm some of the exact dates, so follow the links closer to the event dates for the latest available information before making any travel plans!)
This article was written by Donna from Running Ibiza , a passionate runner, trainer and wonderful guide who takes part in many of these races.
A highly enthusiastic and qualified UK Athletics Run Leader, Donna Warren set up Running Ibiza in 2018. It aims to familiarise existing runners with less well-known sides of the island and to promote running among beginners, regardless of fitness level, age, size, shape or gender.
Running Ibiza offers a whole range of activities suitable for all levels of runners, from the absolute beginner to the veteran.
JANUARY
5km Ibiza Platja d'en Bossa
11 January - already sold out for 2026
The first race of the year is a flat and fast 5km on the (closed) road to Salinas, turning back to Playa d'en Bossa when you reach Sant Francesc. Cut-off time of 45 minutes. So, put your speedy shoes on!
Pujada al Puig de Missa
25 January
This annual favourite starts on the Santa Eulalia seafront and finishes at the top of the hill to the church (the 'Puig de Missa'). There's an 11km trail race and a 2.2km road race, which is literally running up the hill to the church. Don't let it put you off, but the 11km version is named "extreme" on the booking website! There are also shorter races for kids.
FEBRUARY
10km and 5km Cursa del Ibiza x Aniversario
1 February
NEW road race for 2026 starting from the football stadium of the football club UD Ibiza.
10km Ibiza Platja d'en Bossa
15 February - sold out for 2026
An international road race recognised by RFEA and World Athletics, it starts at the top of the road to Salinas, goes to San Francesc, and then back past the start and through Playa d'en Bossa - all on closed roads. It's flat and fast! An opportunity for a PB, perhaps?! The cut-off time is 75 minutes. Already sold out for 2026 but you can join the waiting list!
Cursa Flor de l'Ametller
3rd week in February
This really beautiful 7.5km race (plus shorter distances for beginners and kids) starts and ends in the picturesque village of Santa Agnès, when the almond trees are in blossom - one of the most special times of year on Ibiza.
MARCH
Cursa Per la Dona
8 March
As part of the International Women's Day celebrations, this 2750m race (which you can run or walk) has the objective to promote and enhance sports participation amongst women, which we love! Only females can enter as individuals; however, men can enter as a pair with a female - the pair must finish at the same time. In 2025 the race started in Figueretas and ended in San Jordi with a party in the square.
Carrera Solidaria de la Mujer
2nd Sunday in March
An 8km race in Formentera, which you can run or walk. All proceeds go to a national Spanish Cancer Charity. It starts and finishes in the capital, San Francisco, and the loop takes you to the picturesque park of Can Marroig. You have to enter in person either on the day or in a local sports centre beforehand.
Passeig a Passeig
2nd or 3rd Sunday in March
This race is organised by Santa Eulalia council and there's something for all the family! It includes a 15km run, a 15km skate (!), a 300m run (for toddlers with parents) and a 1500m run (for under 12s). There's also a non-competitive 8km bike ride. The 15km races leave Ibiza Town and finish in Santa Eulalia. All the other events start and finish in Santa Eulalia.
Cursa Trail Sa Talaia
3rd or 4th Sunday in March
Challenging trail run starting and finishing in San José and climbing Ibiza's highest point, Sa Talaia. You can choose from 20km or 8km, and the 8km can be walked if you prefer! Your entry money goes to a local children's cancer charity.
Formentera All Round Trail
28 March
This trail race runs along the coast of Formentera, and if you do the 72km, you'll run around the entire island! Its route is marked by sandy beaches, cliffs and rocks, and passes by its two most famous lighthouses: Cap de Barbaria and La Mola.
The full 72km can be done as an individual or in a relay pair. There are also races of 40km, 21km and 11km.
Cursa Patrimoni De Eivissa
29 March
A popular 10km race which runs through the UNESCO World Heritage Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town, starting and finishing in Vara del Rey. There are also races for kids beforehand.
APRIL
Ibiza Media Maraton
11 April
The route of this international half marathon takes you through picturesque places on the island from the town of San José to Ibiza Town, passing through iconic places such as Cala Jondal or Sant Jordi. And the best thing is that the total elevation is downhill!
Ibiza Marathon “Run and Feel”
18 April
This event is the jewel in Ibiza's running crown. It's an international Race, is very well organised and has a real party atmosphere - from the expo beforehand to the supporters along the route. Plus you get a free ticket to a party that evening, normally held in one of the clubs in Ibiza Town!
Choose from three different distances: the Marathon starts in Ibiza Town, the 22km in Santa Gertrudis and the 12km in Santa Eulalia. All distances finish in Santa Eulalia. There are also kid's races in the morning, between 1500m and 250m for toddlers!
Trail Port Sant Miquel
2nd or 3rd weekend in April
Arguably the most beautiful race in Ibiza, but very challenging! Starting from the beach of San Miguel, you run up into the hills with fantastic views of the north including Benirràs and Portinatx lighthouse. The distances are 27km, 13km and 8km and the race is part of the Trail Running Championship of Spain – but open to everyone!
Cursa Popular Portus Magnus
3rd or 4th Sunday in April
A family-friendly event along the coast of San Antonio. There's a 3km, a 400m for under 8s and a 1400m for older children.
MAY
1/2 Marató Popular de Formentera
16 May
An international race on the beautiful island of Formentera - you can get there by boat from Ibiza in under an hour. Places are limited and it's so popular that you have to pre-register by mid-December and hope your name is pulled out in the draw for the places! (Therefore, it's sold out for 2026....) There's a half marathon and an 8km. Both races are `A to B´ routes, finishing in the port of La Savina.
JUNE
Formentera Trail 21.1
6 June
This stunning trail running challenge on Formentera starts and finishes at El Pilar de la Mola, the elevated part of the island. Participants can choose the 21.1 km half-marathon trail through rugged, scenic paths with about 420m of elevation, or opt for a 10km run or walk.
The route showcases dramatic coastal views, rocky terrain and Mediterranean landscapes, perfect for athletes and nature lovers alike.
JULY
Cursa Trail Sant Jordi
June / July tbc
Amazing scenery on this tough, hilly 16km race starting and finishing in Sant Jordi, one of the most beautiful but little-known areas to run in Ibiza. Part of the course is known locally as 'el infierno' ('hell'), but don't let that put you off! In the last few years it's been held in August, July and at the end of June - the date isn't confirmed for 2026 yet, but you can be sure it will be hot!
Milla Urbana + 5Km Es Pujols
July or August
If you like running in the heat, these races are for you! They are held in the town of Es Pujols, in Formentera. The mile race consists of two laps of an 800m circuit, and the 5km race is six laps of the same circuit plus 200m. There are also shorter races for kids.
SEPTEMBER
Mini Maraton de Sant Bartomeu
2nd or 3rd Sunday in September
The oldest race in the Balearics (2026 will be its 49th year!). A festival of eight races (4km and 2km for adults, shorter distances for kids) that takes place in San Antonio.
Cursa Popular Pla de Sant Mateu
3rd or last Sunday in September
This 10km and 5km race starts and finishes in San Mateo, Ibiza's equivalent of 'wine country'.
Unfortunately, this is not the Médoc, and there is no wine given out during the race, but if you return on the 3rd week of December, you can enjoy the free wine and sobrasada (sausage) at the annual Wine Festival! Anyway, this is a beautiful race, highly recommended. There's also a rollerskate category!
OCTOBER
15km and 5km Formentera Sunset Run “Run and Feel”
10 October
This race was held for the first time in 2024, organised by the same people as the Santa Eulalia Marathon in April. The 15km is a circular route from Es Pujols and the 5km goes from the Port to Es Pujols. It really is beautiful to run alongside the salt lake with the sunset reflecting in the water. There is a free party in Es Pujols afterwards.
Pre-registration is open now - it's likely to sell out because it was cancelled due to bad weather in 2025, and all of the participants were given a free place for 2026.
Milla Urbana Isla de Ibiza
October
This event takes place in San Antonio port. For the adults, there's a 5km and a 1 mile race, and you can run both with one registration/chip. There ́s shorter distances for kids too! 2026 would be its 42nd year but it was quite poorly attended last year so we hope it will go ahead in 2026! Make sure you support it if it does!
Pujada A La Mola
Always held on 12 October
Another Formentera race, this 9.5km race starts in Es Caló de San Agustín and finishes in the village of El Pilar La Mola, the highest point on the island... There are shorter races for kids.
Ibiza Trail Maratón
24 October
This is an international race of various distances (marathon, half and 10km), all of which start and finish in San Antonio, and all have impressive elevation gains! The Marathon involves pulling yourself up a rope at one point! There's a big party in San Antonio afterwards!
NOVEMBER
Sant Carles Trail: 12km and 7km
15 November
A very hilly race which finishes in San Carlos, where the entrants for the 12km start in pairs on the beach of Cala Boix according to their predicted finish time - in other words, a handicap race. The 7km starts in Es Pou des Lleó. The route takes you to a pirate watch tower, along the rocky coast, and then inland through beautiful woods. As well as prizes for the winners, there's a great raffle based on your bib number!
Registration is already open! Organised by Blue Challenge who organise many sporting events in Ibiza, they transport you for free from San Carlos to the start point of the race.
Cursa De Sa Sobrassada
2nd to last Saturday in November
This half-marathon relay race is held to celebrate the time of year when sobrassada sausage is traditionally made on the island. Sobrassada is a cured, raw sausage made as part of the festive rituals that mark the coming of winter. It's very tasty on toast or in pasta.
There are four different categories for the team event, ranging from one to three runners and a mix of male/female/mixed teams. The course is a 1.5km circuit of Santa Gertrudis, and it's up to each team how many laps each runner completes.
The prizes for the winners are, of course, sobrassada sausages.... yum! A great race for friends and family to spectate, as they can sit outside Ulivans or Can Cosmi and watch you pass them several times!
3 Días Trail Ibiza
27-29 November
Organised by the amazing team at Trideporte, this event is a real test! Friday is a hilly nighttime 10km race through the UNESCO site of Dalt Vila, taking you through the Necropolis and down to the coast behind Dalt Vila.
Saturday, you have a choice of four different hilly trail races (from 10km up to a 72km Ultra), which all finish in San José and take you up to Sa Talaia, the highest point in Ibiza. Sunday is a hilly (!) 10km race around Talamanca. You can participate on all three days or just one of them. It's an incredibly well-organised race, and your subscription fee includes free hot food and a branded, useful running kit.
DECEMBER
Memorial John Tunks, Formentera
2nd weekend in December
A popular race that pays tribute to the sporting spirit and the community of Formentera. You can choose to run or skate 12km, plus there are shorter distances for the kids!
Cursa Popular De Sa Salsa
20 December
A beautiful 6km race that starts and ends in San José, and has shorter races for children within the football stadium. After the race they serve the traditional-in-Ibiza Christmas “Salsa”, which is made of almonds and honey but apparently also chicken stock?!
Pujada a la Catedral
New Year's Eve
The last race of the year, held on the afternoon of New Year's Eve, is FREE! And open to everyone aged 10 and older. It's short (2.3km) but very steep (which is why it's called "Ascent to the Cathedral"), starting in Ibiza Town Port and finishing in front of the Cathedral at the top of the UNESCO World Heritage site Dalt Vila. Although it's free, you must register in advance and pick up your number before the race. As well as the usual age categories, there's a fancy dress category, so it's worth going along just to see the outfits!
There are many more sporting events taking place on Ibiza. Head to our event calendar and filter by 'sport' to see the ones Ibiza Spotlight has listed.
Photo credit | Hero image: Marta Bacardit
