And until dawn, we will have a party! ๐ฅณ We know you, friend Finisher, you love to run, but your other passion is partying after a race. We understand you well, and luckily, we have just what you need! We're heading to the South-West towards Dax, in the heart of the Landes, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. In full August, the city is preparing to host the famous Feria and is entirely draped in red and white. The Feriascapade combines the joys of running in stunning settings with the caliente atmosphere that takes the rhythm of the famous bands ๐. It's been going on since 2006 and for many more years. Olรฉ! ๐
Feriascapade is a 10 km event also open to para-athletes ๐งโ๐ฆฝ. Even though you're surrounded by nature ๐, the entire course is on a paved road. You will also have the chance to participate in a walk non-timed โฑ๏ธ, covering a distance of 8.5 km. The race starts in the beautiful arenas of Dax, which you likely know if you're a fan of Intervilles. After your exit from the toril, you'll head towards the pond of Boulogne wood to then join the athletics track of the Maurice-Boyau stadium. Once back in town, you'll be greeted by the iconic brass bands of the South-West that ensure good mood ๐ฅ, not to mention all the spectators who know how to make themselves heard ๐ to encourage you in the last meters. A little extra, never negligible: great rewards await participants at the finish ๐.
This Feriascapade is also a feast for the taste buds ๐. Because when you say South-West, you say gastronomic delight๐. It includes, first and foremost, the tasting of a Landes farm chicken or a blonde Aquitaine beef. On the lighter side, for those watching their waistline or just for a bit of good conscience, the sand asparagus from Landes are delicious. And for a sweet touch, the savory madeleines from Dax are to be enjoyed in the shade of a terrace. As for drinks, we'll leave that to you, what happens at the feria stays at the feria! ๐คซ
Do you feel like a running torero? Then we expect you to enter the arena! ๐
Message from the organizer:
"Our motto: Come running, leave driving"
This 10 km course is measured by the FFA, the main authority of athletics in France ๐ซ๐ท, so it's impossible for the organizers to add hundreds of extra meters ๐. You can trust them on that and focus on the stopwatch.
Speaking of timing: you'll be able to surpass yourself. The "10 km of Dax" is very smooth, fully paved and will allow you to aim for your PR in an ultra-festive and pleasant setting. All our friends from the Southwest will be there to push you to perform ๐ฆ. And you'd better not slow down, because we'll know and we'll deprive you of your finisher beer ๐.
By the way, for the days to follow, don't forget that alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health and should be consumed in moderation โ ๏ธ. The organizers set the tone with their slogan "Come running, leave driving" ๐.
The perfect course for those who want to wake up gently, without jumping straight into action ๐ง. To the sound of bands and the rhythm of applause ๐, the cardio will gradually increase to end in a grand finale during the last lap at Maurice Boyau stadium ๐๏ธ.
You have 1h50 to complete the course. In principle, even if you're rather distracted and talkative, that should be enough, right? ๐ We believe in you and think you can do it ๐.
You can pick up your bib at Maurice Boyau Stadium, Bd des Sports in Dax (40100):
Monday 10/08/2026 from 10am to 6pm
Tuesday 11/08/2026 from 8am to 7pm
Wednesday 12/08/2026 from 6:15am to 8am
The race and walk will start on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 8:40am at Maurice Boyau Stadium, Bd des Sports, in Dax.
No, you will need to present either:
An Athlรฉ Competition, Athlรฉ Enterprise, Athlรฉ Running license, issued by the FFA, valid on the event date
Or a PPS certificate three months prior to the event date (Health Prevention Course)
Yes, you must be in at least the Cadets category (U18) to participate in the 10 km race.
10 km:
Until 09/08/2026: โฌ17
From 10/08/2026: โฌ25
For the walk:
Subject to availability: โฌ8
Yes, there is one: at 10:30am, all remaining participants in the race and walk will be disqualified.
You can find 3 refreshment stations on the course (fruits, water, and sodas):
One at km 4
One at km 7
One at the finish
Yes, with teams made up of 4 people. For more information, you can visit the website https://www.feriascapade.fr/.
If you have any questions, you can contact the organizers by email: organisation@feriascapade.fr
You can check the race rules here
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