VALMEZ DEZA RUN 2026
The town of Valašské Meziříčí, organized by TJ Valašské Meziříčí (athletics and cross-country skiing sections) and SVČ Domeček, is holding the public road race VALMEZ DEZA RUN. The race will take place on 20.9.2026 in the town square of Valašské Meziříčí and along the Bečva cycle path.
Categories and Course Lengths
| Category | Year of Birth | Course |
| SuperBaby | 2021 and younger | 200 m |
| Benjamínci (Minors) | 2019 - 2020 | 200 m |
| Minižáci (Juniors) | 2017 - 2018 | 300 m |
| Předžáci (Pre-schoolers) | 2015 - 2016 | 750 m |
| Žáci mladší (Younger Pupils) | 2013 - 2014 | 1500 m |
| Žáci starší (Older Pupils) | 2011 - 2012 | 4000 m |
| Dorostenci a junioři (Adolescents and Juniors) | 2007 - 2010 | 4000 m |
| Muži A (Men A) up to 40 years | 1987 - 2006 | 8000 m |
| Muži B (Men B) up to 50 years | 1977 - 1986 | 8000 m |
| Muži C (Men C) up to 60 years | 1967 - 1976 | 8000 m |
| Muži D (Men D) over 60 years | 1966 and older | 8000 m |
| Ženy A (Women A) up to 35 years | 1991 and younger | 8000 m |
| Ženy B (Women B) up to 45 years | 1981 - 1990 | 8000 m |
| Ženy C (Women C) over 45 years | 1980 and older | 8000 m |
| Běh pro radost (Run for Joy) – race for hobby runners | Men / women evaluated separately | 4000 m |
| Štafeta dvojic (Team of two relay) | No limits | 2x 4000 m |
Children's categories SuperBaby and Benjamínci are non-competitive runs – all children who finish will receive a reward. Pairs can also be mixed – men, women, and mixed are evaluated separately. NEW: Team of two relay – a race of 2 laps, handover of the relay in the finish area by clapping or handing over the baton. Refreshments on the course – there will be 2 refreshment stations on the circuit with water, isotonic drinks, and fruit.
Race Course
Paved surface, cobblestones, asphalt, concrete. The start is in the town square, and the race proceeds along city roads and sidewalks. At the river, it leads onto the Bečva cycle path. The circuit length is 4000m.
Timing
Professional chip timing with live timing results.
Registration
The race is public, and all registered participants can start. All participants run at their own risk. ONLINE REGISTRATION until 19.9. Last-minute registrations on-site at 10:00!!!
Start Fee
| In advance | On the day of the race | |
| Children | 50 Kč | 100 Kč |
| Adults | 150 Kč | 300 Kč |
| Pairs | 200 Kč | 400 Kč |
Presentation and Collection of Start Numbers
Registration stand in Valašské Meziříčí Square.
- 20.9.: 16:00 - 20:00
- 21.9.: Children 7:30 - 9:30, Adults 9:30 - 11:30
Start
All starts are mass starts. The second legs of the relays start behind the finish line in the designated handover area.
- Children's categories: 10:00
- Adults and adolescents (4 and 8km courses) including relays: 12:00
Race Results
The first three runners in each category will receive a prize and a diploma. For the fastest men and women on the 8 and 4km courses, prize money is awarded. The Benjamínci and SuperBaby categories are non-competitive runs, and everyone who finishes will receive a prize.