5K races near Zebrzydowice

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.

Zátopkova pětka is a 5 km running race held in Kopřivnice, located in the Moravian-Silesian Region of the Czech Republic. Participants gather at Stadion Emila Zátopka for a late-afternoon start. This event is part of the Lašská běžecká liga, a local running league associated with the Lašská brána Beskyd area, which includes Kopřivnice, Štramberk, Příbor, and Hukvaldy. The race is straightforward: 5000 metres run on an athletics oval, making it more akin to a track test than a road race through town. The name is frequently shortened to Pětka. The stadium's name directly connects the event to Emil Zátopek, the renowned Czech distance runner from Kopřivnice. Registration takes place at the stadium just before the race, with options for advance entry at a lower price and a discount for AKEZ members.

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.

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.

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.

Běh kolem koupaliště is a local running race in Kopřivnice, organized by Atletický klub Emila Zátopka Kopřivnice. The name translates to “Run around the swimming pool,” and it is part of the Lašská běžecká liga, the regional running league for the Lašsko area. The race is scheduled as a late-season league event, with one edition set for mid-November, marking the twelfth time the race has been held. The course details are limited, mentioning only the swimming pool location. However, the race is noted as part of a larger local circuit that resumed after COVID-19 restrictions were lifted and was largely completed. A related cup race in another location was cancelled.

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.

Silvestrovský běh Hrabovou is a New Year’s Eve road race held in Ostrava-Hrabová, beginning at the Sokol Hrabová sports ground in the Moravian-Silesian Region. It offers participants a final race opportunity before the year concludes, featuring a 9.2 km main distance, a shorter 4.7 km option, and a relay format for teams. The primary race commences in the morning, and the event is organized by MK Seitl Ostrava in conjunction with the Hrabová municipality. The main 9.2 km race consists of two laps of approximately 4.6 km on asphalt, making it suitable for runners seeking a fast, uncomplicated road race rather than a trail run. The shorter route is a single, less demanding lap intended for recreational runners and novices. The relay divides the total distance into four segments: 1.5 km, 3.1 km, 1.4 km, and 3.2 km, accommodating up to 30 teams. Friends, families, and corporate teams participate alongside regular competitors. Previous events have noted a busy registration area, finisher medals, beer available at the finish line, and a post-race gathering with light refreshments to conclude the athletic year.