Bacchantes 2026: A Serious Run for a Serious Cause in Aix-en-Provence

The charity sports event will take place on November 15th at Stade Georges Carcassonne, featuring a varied program for all ages.

Generic image of running race equipment laid out on a track, with a glimpse of a public building facade in the background.
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Generic image of running race equipment laid out on a track, with a glimpse of a public building facade in the background.

The city of Aix-en-Provence is organizing the Bacchantes 2026 run and walk on Sunday, November 15th, a charity event kicking off at 7:30 AM with the opening of the village at Stade Georges Carcassonne.

The event, titled 'A non-serious race for a serious cause,' will begin with the village opening and baggage drop access at 7:30 AM. Children will start the Bacchantes kids' race at 9:00 AM, followed by a warm-up at 9:15 AM.
The main race and walk are scheduled for 9:30 AM, also starting from Stade Georges Carcassonne. The award ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM, and the event will conclude at 12:30 PM.
Participants can collect their race bibs on Saturday, November 14th, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, or on Sunday, November 15th, from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM, at the Halle des Sports Carcassonne, located at 10 avenue des Déportés de la Résistance Aixoise.
Participants are invited to wear a mustache, whether natural, glued on, or drawn, to add a fun touch to this charitable day.
Based on information from the official source: Ville d'Aix-en-Provence (15/10/2026)