Menton: 10th 'Défi Rose' on October 18th for Breast Cancer Fight

The City of Menton organizes a 5km solidarity walk and run to benefit the League Against Cancer.

Generic image of the 'Défi Rose' race in Menton, with participants in pink on the seafront.
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Generic image of the 'Défi Rose' race in Menton, with participants in pink on the seafront.

The City of Menton and its CCAS are celebrating the 10th edition of the 'Défi Rose' on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Esplanade des Sablettes, a solidarity event benefiting the League Against Cancer of the Alpes-Maritimes.

On the occasion of 'Octobre Rose' (Pink October), the City of Menton and its Communal Social Action Center (CCAS) are organizing the 10th edition of the 'Défi Rose'. This sporting and solidarity event will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Esplanade des Sablettes, aiming to support the League Against Cancer of the Alpes-Maritimes.
This event seeks to mobilize everyone in favor of breast cancer prevention and screening. Participants are invited to choose between walking or running a 5-kilometer course, accessible to all. Departures will be staggered between 9 AM and 9:30 AM to accommodate everyone's pace.
Before the start, the 'Village Rose' will offer an area dedicated to information, prevention, and screening. Activities such as a collective warm-up, flashmob, and Zumba Party will punctuate the morning, making this day a key moment for awareness.
Registration is set at €10, with the entire amount donated to the League Against Cancer 06. Each participant, by running or walking, contributes to supporting prevention and screening actions.
This 10th edition is a collaboration between the City of Menton, its CCAS, the League Against Cancer of the Alpes-Maritimes, and numerous local partners.
Based on information from the official source: Ville de Menton (23/09/2026)