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Imieliński Family Cross

Imielin · 55 km away

JUL 3

Run · road · 10K

Świerczyniecki Bieg Uliczny o Puchar Wójta

Świerczyniec · 64 km away

Run · road · 10K

Bieg Patriotyczny Ku Wolności

Uszew · 50 km away

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Piwna Mila Niepołomice

Niepołomice · 20 km away

AUG 11

Run · road · 10K

Gmina Jerzmanowice-Przeginia · 23 km away

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Wierzchosławickie Leśne Biegi

Wierzchosławice · 66 km away

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XXXI Memorialowy Bieg Majora Bacy

Bochnia · 34 km away

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XVII Bieg do Slonca

Katowice · 70 km away

Run · road · 10K

Biegowe Grand Prix Powiatu Oświęcimskiego

Oświęcim · 53 km away

Run · road · 10K

Tarnowski bieg maszkarona

Tarnów · 73 km away

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Czeladź · 68 km away

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Bieg Wakacje na Sportowo

Katowice · 69 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Beskidy Ultra - Trail®

Szczyrk · 77 km away

Run · road · 10K

Łaziska Górne · 80 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Bielsko-Biala Ultra Trifecta Weekend

Bielsko-Biala · 69 km away

SEP 7

Run · road · 10K

Olkuski Bieg Uliczny VIII Srebrna Dziesiatka

Olkusz · 36 km away

Run · road · 10K

Srebrna Dziesiątka

Olkusz · 35 km away

Run · road · 10K

Bieg do Słońca

Katowice · 69 km away

Run · trail · 10K

Janosik Ultra Race

Łapsze Niżne · 77 km away

Run · road · 10K

VIII Bieg Proszowicki im Jana Marynowskiego

Proszowice · 28 km away

Run · road · 10K

Mikolowski Bieg Uliczny im Henryka Biskupiaka

Mikołów · 75 km away

Run · road · 10K

Bieg Pawla Lorensa

Tychy · 68 km away

Krakow · 80 km

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Recurring 10K races near Krakow

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Silesia Marathon Chorzow

The Silesia Marathon is a full road marathon within the Silesian metropolitan area, with Chorzów and the Silesian Stadium central to recent events. The Chorzów-based Silesia Marathon Foundation organizes it, supported by the Silesian Voivodeship marshal’s office and partner cities Katowice, Mysłowice, Siemianowice Śląskie, and Chorzów. The race takes place in autumn, employs wave starts, and causes the typical city-marathon disruptions: closed streets, modified tram and bus stops, and traffic restrictions near the stadium and along the course. The course has evolved, but its character is regional, not tied to one city. An earlier route traversed from Katowice through Siemianowice Śląskie and Mysłowice before concluding in central Katowice. Recent editions have started and finished at the Silesian Stadium. Participants are assigned to start zones before the race begins, and organizers provide specific details on transport alterations to help people navigate road closures. The marathon has been ranked second in Poland’s “Golden Races” for large marathons, with judges noting its atmosphere and organization.

Festiwal Biegowy Jurarun

JuraRun is an autumn trail-running event in the Krakow-Częstochowa Jura, featuring a short 5 km race and a 104 km ultra on the same programme. The weekend is designed for trail runners, ultra runners, and individuals seeking an active trip rather than a single road race. Organizers offer nine sports competitions in total, including seven trail distances from 5 km to 104 km, accommodating both first-time off-road runners and those pursuing long mountain efforts. The routes traverse Jura forests, pass limestone rocks, and wind around castle areas, with genuine climbing even on the shorter races: the 5 km has approximately 180 m of elevation gain, the night 10 km has 238 m, and the 23 km race has 515 m. The ultra options extend to about 42 km, 81 km, and 104 km, with time limits ranging from 8.5 to 21.5 hours and ITRA points awarded for the longer distances. All races contribute to the ALE Mountain Running League, and the 42 km race holds an S category within it. A unique option is the “na raty” format, allowing ambitious runners to combine a night race with a daytime distance instead of participating in just one event.

Jurarun Night 10+

JuraRun Night 10+ is a 10 km night race in Podlesice, part of the JuraRun festival. Runners navigate the dark using headlamps, making the race distinct from typical daytime road or trail events. The route uses forest tracks and passes limestone formations, with mountain terrain providing significant underfoot challenge. It is suited for runners seeking a short, intense trail race, particularly those attracted to the focus required when running after dark.

Silesia 10K is a fast 10 km race in Chorzów, held during the Silesia Marathon weekend in October. It offers runners a shorter option alongside the main Silesian race program, which includes the marathon, half marathon, and 50 km ultramarathon. This event is part of the largest running event in Silesia, organized by the Silesia Marathon Foundation with regional and city partners. The 10K route goes through Park Śląski and adjacent roads, featuring a flat profile conducive to fast times. This makes it suitable for runners aiming for a personal best and for those seeking a straightforward assessment of current fitness. The broader marathon event attracts thousands of participants from Poland and internationally, begins and ends at the Silesian Stadium, and directs its longer courses through Katowice, Siemianowice Śląskie, Mysłowice, and Chorzów.

Bieg im Janusza Kusocinskiego

The Janusz Kusociński Memorial is a Polish athletics event held at Stadion Śląski in Chorzów, early in the summer track season. It honors Janusz Kusociński, with the event focused on athletics rather than a single road-race format. For Poland’s national team, it functions as an early season form check, and for many athletes, it is their first competition after winter and spring training. The main events take place on the stadium track and infield in Chorzów, broadcast on TVP Sport, TVPSPORT.PL, and the TVP Sport app. The Kusociński name is also associated with connected running events: youth races are linked to the memorial, and a Palmiry memorial run begins at the forest parking lot in Palmiry. This creates two distinct aspects: a high-level stadium meet for established athletes, and smaller races connecting the memorial to younger runners and public participation.

BloodRun of Krakow

The BloodRun of Krakow begins and ends at Wawel Royal Castle, with participants proceeding onto the Vistula boulevards in central Krakow. This local charity road event takes place in early October, organized by the Małopolska regional division of the Polish Red Cross. The race provides 5 km and 10 km asphalt routes, alongside Nordic walking and shorter distances for children and juniors. Its objective is clear: to promote blood donation and gather funds to support its growth. The 5 km route consists of a single loop, while the 10 km route covers the same path twice along both sides of the Vistula. The course features Bernatka Footbridge and Dębnicki Bridge, allowing runners to view Krakow from the riverbanks instead of a closed-off stadium. The participants are typically families, local runners, walkers, and individuals motivated by charity, rather than a commercial race focus. The event's ethos emphasizes solidarity and mutual aid, aligning with a race centered on blood donation rather than solely on awards.

Jubileuszowy X Bieg na Molo

The Jubileuszowy X Bieg na Molo is a road race in Osiek, Lesser Poland, held at the Molo Resort. The adult schedule features a 5 km race at 11:00 and a 10 km main event at noon, following morning registration and a 10:00 opening. The event is described as a street sprint, reflecting the short distances and efficient race-day timing. The day begins with races for children and youth, divided by age and gender. Preschoolers and the youngest primary-school children compete in a 150-meter run, while older primary-school groups race over 300 or 450 meters. The 10 km race had 166 participants, with Stanisław Ptaszyński taking first place in 31:22, indicating the event attracts both local runners and competitive athletes.

Silesia Maraton Katowice

Silesia Marathon is a running event in Silesia featuring a marathon, a half marathon, and an ultramarathon. The next edition is noted as the 18th, though the organizers have not yet confirmed the specific race date. The marathon route has not been officially published. The event site displays the previous course as a reference. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or ultramarathon via the form on the event website.

Tarnowski Bieg Leliwitów

Bieg Leliwitów is a night running event in Tarnów, starting at 7:30 PM on ul. Wałowa near Zakątek Spycimira Leliwity. Participants can select a 2.5 km race, a 10 km race, or a 4x2.5 km relay with two women and two men each running one lap. The route crosses the historic streets of Tarnów's Old Town, passing several of the city's main monuments. The 2.5 km loop serves as both the short race and the relay leg. Stowarzyszenie Sportowe Sokół Tarnów organizes the event, now in its 34th edition, attracting runners from across Poland, including many returning participants.

Marathon de Debno

Marathon de Debno is a running weekend held in mid-October in Dębno, centered on a marathon that begins in the morning. A 10 km race starts five minutes after the marathon, ensuring that participants not running the full distance are still included in the main race day events. The weekend commences before the marathon with participant check-in, an expo, and presentations. Younger runners are incorporated into the tradition through street races for children and youth, named after Henryk Witkowski. These races contribute a local, family atmosphere to the event, distinguishing it from being solely focused on the marathon participants.

Course de l'Indépendance de Cracovie

Krakow’s Independence Run is a 10-kilometer road race held annually on Polish Independence Day in November. The start and finish are located near Błonia Park. Thousands of runners, dressed in white and red jerseys, form a moving Polish flag before proceeding through the streets of the former capital. The primary event is a fast 10K, with some years also including shorter races like the Independence Mile and Nordic Walking events. The day commences with the national anthem, lending the race a more solemn atmosphere than a typical city run, though the mood remains cheerful. The course winds through Krakow’s historic streets, with Wawel Castle in proximity and the Vistula River visible from the castle vicinity. Following the race, many participants proceed to the Main Market Square and the Cloth Hall. There, official festivities, patriotic music, St. Martin’s croissants, and hot chocolate continue the holiday observance post-race.

Bieg Niepodleglosci im Dziewieciu z Wujka

The Bieg Niepodległości im. Dziewięciu z Wujka begins and ends at ul. Wincentego Pola 38 in Katowice, situated beside the Silesian Center for Freedom and Solidarity and near the Wujek mine memorial. Held on Polish Independence Day, it is an open road race accessible to the public, not exclusively for elite athletes. The event's name commemorates the nine miners from the Wujek mine who died during the December 1981 pacification, thus connecting a city run with a specific local event in Polish freedom history. The route crosses central Katowice, passing through Kościuszki Park, Kościuszki Street, the market square, the Silesian Insurgents Monument vicinity, and Spodek. Recent runs have attracted approximately one thousand participants, many dressed in white and red to mark the holiday. The race unites recreational runners, local residents, and individuals participating in the commemoration, with the city coordinating road closures along the central path.

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Kraków Training Notes

Krakow hosts 37 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Kraków like a compact training map, with easy Z2 on the Vistula River Path and sharper loops around Błonia Park, Jordan Park, and Planty Park. Planty Park circles Old Town, and one lap gives about two miles without leaving the city centre. The Vistula River Path stays flat, wide, and well maintained, so intervals work there without many interruptions. Krakow Running Club, Błonia Runners, and Krakow Run keep the social side simple. Krakow Run meets every Saturday from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at ulica Jagiellońska 10. Cracovia Marathon, Cracovia Royal Half Marathon, Cracovia 10K Night Run, and Biegi Kraków 2026 anchor the calendar.

Locals ride from the city centre because Kraków has 165 km of bicycle infrastructure and 150 bike stations, so base miles start fast. The Vistula Cycle Route gives clean river riding, and the Małopolska section runs 230 kilometers from Oświęcim through Kraków to Szczucin. The route has 210 kilometers complete, mostly on flood embankment bike paths. Kraków Road Cycling Crew, Kraków Gravel Gang, AZS Kraków club, and Krakowski Klub Rowerowy cover road, gravel, and group pace. Puszcza Dulowska gives a solid gravel day, and the Kraków-Katowice line through it runs about 90km with 60-70% unpaved forest roads. The climbs sit north-west in the limestone valleys, with steep roads and a few singletrack bits.

May, June, and September suit both sports best, with mild days and enough daylight for proper weekday volume. July brings peak summer, and the average high reaches 24-25°C while days above 30°C are increasingly common. June gets 70-80 mm of rain, and July gets 80-90 mm, so locals still ride and run but keep plans flexible. Winter changes the job. Cold weeks push average temperatures below freezing, and January-February bring the snowiest stretch in a year that averages 20-30 snowy days. Runners keep Planty Park, Błonia Park, and the Vistula River Path useful, while cyclists shift toward shorter Z2, gravel checks, and careful club rides.