San Silvestre Chestana 2027

San Silvestre Chestana is a 4 km run in Cheste, Valencia, taking place in the afternoon during the Christmas period. Organized by the Cheste City Council sports department, the rules permit participation by runners of any sex or nationality, adhering to standard Spanish athletics federation regulations. The event is designated as non-competitive, suggesting it functions more as a local holiday run than a competition focused solely on speed. The route begins and ends in a main town square, with recent details indicating Plaza Dr. Cajal and older local references pointing to Plaza II República as the starting point. The prize offerings are notable: baskets are awarded to the top three male and female finishers, costume awards are given for individuals, couples, families, and pets, and a ham is presented to the largest group and the group with the best choreography. Additionally, participants are entered into a bib-number raffle for wine boxes, contributing to the race's distinct Valencian end-of-year atmosphere.