5K races near Stare Bielsko

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.

Jedenastka na 11 listopada is an 11 km road race in Oświęcim, Poland, held as part of the city and county’s National Independence Day events. The name reflects both the distance and the holiday, with the start traditionally scheduled for 2:00 PM. This local race attracts a diverse field, uniting experienced runners, beginners, and individuals of various ages from Oświęcim County and the neighboring area. The course winds through Oświęcim’s more scenic areas, avoiding a repetitive stadium-style loop. The race also functions as the concluding event of the Oświęcim County Running Grand Prix, a year-long series conducted across different county municipalities that draws hundreds of participants annually. Consequently, the finish line not only concludes this specific race but also determines the overall Grand Prix champions, followed by an awards ceremony where local officials present prizes and statuettes.

The Hałcnowski Bieg o Wolność is a local Independence Day run held in Hałcnów, a district of Bielsko-Biała. The race begins at 11:00 AM in the center of Hałcnów, with both the start and finish lines located at the parking lot next to the Cultural Center on ul. Siostry Szewczyk. Participants can select between a 5 km main race and a 1 km family run, accommodating those seeking a short race and families running with children. The entry fee benefits the Nadzieja Foundation for Prevention and Resocialization of Addictions, which operates a Catholic Center for Youth Education and Therapy. This provides the race with a distinct local objective: competition, family activity, and fundraising for youth programs on the same morning. Organizers have arranged short, straightforward routes and a small area with children’s activities, health advice, and refreshments. Registration is available online via Decathlon GO or in person at the DoloRosa cafe. The event is held under the patronage of the mayor of Bielsko-Biała.

The Grand Prix of Tychy in Long-Distance Running is a local race series held at KS Paprocany on Sikorskiego Street in Tychy. This is the 19th edition, offering a 5 km or 10 km distance at each event. Registration is available on race day in the morning before the 10:00 start, and the race is open to all. The course runs around Paprocany, with registration and the start located at the KS Paprocany sports complex. MOSiR Tychy, along with the Association for the Promotion of Athletics in Tychy, organizes the series. Participants can register for a single race or the entire six-race series. The schedule allows for adjustments due to winter weather, with the possibility of cancellation if icy conditions make the route unsafe.