Funchal, Madeira (Portugal) - "Maratona do Funchal". Race day kicks off with the marathon at 07:00, followed by the mini marathon at 08:30, and the half marathon at 09:00, with a 6?hour cutoff for the full distance. The picturesque seaside cityscape, supportive festival atmosphere, and mild January climate make it a festive and scenic winter racing experience. www.madeiramarathon.com

Key West, Florida (United States of America) - "Key West Half Marathon and Runfest". Rated as one of the top 15 scenic half marathons in North America by *Runner’s World*, the Key West Half Marathon and Runfest provides the opportunity for runners and walkers to take on a half marathon, 10K, 8K, 5K, Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll, the Key West Beach N’ Beer Mile, the Big Pecker Challenge, and the Lil’ Pecker Challenge! The half marathon, 10K, 8K, and 5K routes take participants along the scenic Key West Waterfront with views of the ocean throughout. Participants of the Big Pecker Challenge will take part in the 5K, 10K, and half marathon, receiving medals for all three races in addition to a Big Pecker Challenge medal! Those who take part in the Lil’ Pecker Challenge will participate in the 5K, 8K, and 10K distances and will be awarded a medal for each distance run, as well as a one-of-a-kind Lil’ Pecker Hat. The Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll will take participants across six popular locations in Old Town Key West with a Papa’s Pilar Rum drink to enjoy at each stop, while the Beer Mile will feature a run on the beautiful Key West beach with four beer stops along the way. After completing the mile run and tasting four beers, participants will be rewarded with a custom shirt. Thousands of runners are expected to take part in the festivities over the weekend. Race day will be concluded with the Cool Down and Recover Pool Party at the Gates Hotel with live music and drink specials! Packet pickup will take place at the Half Shell Raw Bar on Friday, Jan. 16, from 2 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 17, from 1 to 6 p.m. Race times are as follows: Saturday, Jan. 17, at 7 a.m. for the 5K and 10K, and Sunday, Jan. 18, at 7 a.m. for the half marathon, 7:15 a.m. for the 8K, 1 to 5 p.m. for the Papa’s Pilar Rum Stroll, 3 p.m. for the Beach N’ Beer Mile, and 4 to 6 p.m. for the Cool Down and Recover Pool Party and Farewell Party. Participant perks include custom race t-shirts, custom medals, and various prizes for costume contests and raffles. Awards will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three master male and female finishers, and top three male and female finishers in each age group. http://go.evvnt.com/2952192-0?pid=6562

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (United States of America) - "Winter Run". Coastal Race Productions, along with the City of North Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand Running Club, are pleased to announce that registration for the 40th annual Winter Run is officially open. The Winter Run is the longest continuous road race in the entire region, and we invite you to be a part of it. In keeping with the tradition of offering both the 5K and 15K distances, all participants will also receive a custom-designed beanie. The event takes place on January 17, 2026, at 218 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, with both races starting at 8:00 am. Reasons to register soon include limited registrations available, the lowest prices being offered right now, helping to keep the longest road race in South Carolina going and growing, great swag including medals, a beanie, and overall and age group awards for both the 15K and 5K, and a chance to kickstart your health goals for the new year. www.runsignup.com/Race/SC/NorthMyrtleBeach/NMBWinterRun?aflt_token=Nktw0AUB3nF4FPeh7Y7AWqQewFdw9sGt

Umin di Feltre (Belluno), Veneto (Italy) - "San Marcello Run". [Italian] Nell'ambito della sagra di San Marcello di Umin. Competitiva di km 7 (dislivello positivo 200 metri) su percorso spettacolare con dei paesaggi fantastici tra storia e natura. Si ricorda che le iscrizioni chiuderanno al raggiungimento delle 300 adesioni. Trofeo Camorz per il primo uomo e la prima donna che transitano per primi al Gran Premio della Montagna dopo aver affrontato la salita "spaccagambe"; poi premiazioni per i primi 7 M/F, primi 3 over50 e under14 oltre al gruppo più numeroso. https://bit.ly/sanmarcellorun

Bastrop, Texas (United States of America) - "Cowboy Yeti". The Cowboy YETI is a 7K, 20K, 40K, 60K, and 100K trail run held at the Bastrop State Park in the lush forest of Central Texas. Featuring a scenic dirt single-track course. The race follows a 20K of unique trails beginning and ending in Bastrop TX at the State Park Refinery. www.texasoutlawrunning.com/yeti