EDP 8K 2026

If you're considering race registration for the EDP 8K, it's worth knowing that this is one of Portugal's most popular races for its festive, accessible character. It shares its start and schedule with the Hyundai Half Marathon — Sunday, October 11th, 2026, at 9:20 am, on the Vasco da Gama Bridge — but with a much shorter 8.2 km course, designed for both experienced runners and those who simply want to take part on foot, walking. The registration fee is fixed at €30 plus a €2 transaction fee, with no volume-based tiers like other races that weekend.The route follows the Half Marathon course up to km 7 and finishes at Alameda dos Oceanos, in front of the Altice Arena, in the heart of Parque das Nações — the site that hosted Expo'98 in 1998 and is now one of Lisbon's most modern districts, overlooking the Tagus. It has no competitive nature and no official timing system: there's no time-based classification, though prizes are awarded to the top three male and female finishers. Walking or running are equally valid, reinforcing its spirit as a popular celebration rather than a sporting competition.The field is capped at 8,000 participants, open to anyone aged 9 and over when accompanied by a responsible adult. Bib collection for the EDP 8K takes place at the same SportExpo as the other weekend races, in Pavilion 1 at FIL, by presenting the registration confirmation and a valid ID. The kit includes a technical t-shirt, bib, individual gear bag, and sponsor gifts; participants also receive a medal upon completing the course. There's no gear-check service for this distance. Access to the start, like the Half Marathon, is by organized bus only, departing from Gare do Oriente.It's an ideal option for those traveling with family or wanting to soak up the atmosphere of Lisbon Marathon weekend without committing to a long distance, enjoying the same aid stations, music, and festive vibe as the other races.