5K races near Zawadzkie

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.

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.

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.

The PKO Semi-marathon de Gliwice begins near PreZero Arena Gliwice, with the half-marathon runners starting at 10:00 AM. This autumn event centers on the 21.0975 km half marathon, while 10 km and 5 km races commence fifteen minutes later. The schedule also features Nordic walking for the shorter distances, ensuring the day caters to more than just those pursuing the full half-marathon. A children’s race takes place near PreZero Arena the preceding day, and this marks the event’s ninth edition.

The XI Gliwicka Dycha is a 10 km race held in Gliwice, Poland. It is part of the XI PKO Gliwice Half Marathon event and is organized by Fundacja Bieg Rzeźnika. The participation was substantial for a local 10K, with 675 runners registered, 602 starting, and 600 completing the race, with only two not finishing. The race's timing system provides a detailed view of the competition. Timing points are located at 3.9 km, 5 km, 5.5 km, and the finish line, allowing runners to be tracked throughout the course, not just at the halfway mark and the end. The results distinguish between women, men, Gliwice residents, and age categories from K-20 and M-20 up to K-60 and M-60. Most classifications are based on net time, but the top 60 open places are determined by gross time.

The Niepodległa Jura Run is a street race in Krasiejów, within the Ozimek municipality of Opole Voivodeship, taking place near Poland’s Independence Day. The primary race covers just under 11 km, and with children’s races included, it serves as a local running event for families and adults aiming for a timed result. The start and race headquarters are located at the Science and Entertainment Park on ul. 1 Maja. The main route is not officially certified; runners navigate using white-and-red tape and arrows, with a single checkpoint along the course. Stowarzyszenie ULTRA is the organizing body, and the event provides electronic timing, a starter pack, finisher medals, and a meal at the finish.

Bieg Młodego Patrioty is a short race for children and youth in Gliwice, held as part of Poland’s National Independence Day events. It begins in Chopin Park at 10:00 AM, intended as a symbolic run rather than a long or competitive road race. Any child or young person may participate; the organizers do not require advance registration. The course covers short distances, suitable for the family-holiday atmosphere and accessible to younger runners. Participants are encouraged to wear white and red. The event has attracted nearly 300 children. All participants receive a commemorative medal and a souvenir race number, making the day feel more like a shared patriotic observance than a results-focused competition.

Leśna Draka is a 10 km race in Tarnów Opolski, a village in southern Poland near Opole. The start and finish are at Józef Zwierzyna Stadium. Held in November, it is intended for general running enthusiasts, not exclusively fast club athletes. This ninth edition competes for the Cup of the Mayor of Gmina Tarnów Opolski, highlighting the local community aspect. The course leads participants through the Tarnów forests, integral to the event's identity and origin. The race developed from local running interest and the surrounding woodland, with early support from Gmina Tarnów Opolski and the Opole Forest District. The Tarnów Running Group “Leśna Draka” assists with the event. After finishing, the Rural Housewives’ Club provides kołocz and a hot meal.

Bieg Malinowy Mikołaj is a short race held in early December in Opole, taking place at Lake Malina near the Malina bathing area on Olimpijska Street. The distance is 4.74 km, making it more of a quick local run than a long trail event. The route follows paths around the lake instead of a typical city-centre loop. The course consists of two laps around Lake Malina, with natural terrain favoring runners who prefer park and lakeside paths over pavement. The participant limit is 250 people, and runners must be at least 16 years old. The Santa Claus theme provides the event with its Christmas atmosphere.