Alcantarilla’s San Silvestre Bruja 2026 has a date

Plan your race pace

The San Silvestre Bruja will bring a sporting atmosphere back to Alcantarilla on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026, with the start and finish on Calle Mayor, opposite Plaza Adolfo Suárez. The main event will cover 5 kilometers and is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.; children’s races will begin in the afternoon as part of a day that will also host the Murcia Regional 5K Road Championship.

The available information sets the start of activities at 4 p.m. and lists entry prices from 10 euros for the 5K and from 2 euros for children’s categories. The stated registration deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 11:30 p.m., although runners should check the current event notice for terms and availability before considering an entry confirmed.

Race date, venue and schedule

The scheduled date is Dec. 19, a Saturday, and the focal point will be Calle Mayor, opposite Plaza Adolfo Suárez. The start and finish of the main race will be there, in central Alcantarilla. The event turns this urban space into a meeting point for runners, companions and spectators, with the movement of a day bringing together races for different age groups.

The available program lists activity from 4 p.m., when the youngest runners begin, and sets aside 6:30 p.m. for the 5K start. There may be schedule changes or category-specific differences between those times, so the detailed timetable for each race should be checked in the updated regulations. The announced start time for the main race is 6:30 p.m.; the information provided does not give an exact time for every children’s event.

A December date provides a familiar setting: decorated streets, spectators along the pavements and costumes that turn a popular race into a festive occasion. The practical detail for planning the day is straightforward: activities begin in the afternoon and are concentrated around Calle Mayor. Those attending with children may want to allow more time than the length of a single race, since the events are divided by age and distance.

An urban 5K with regional significance

The main distance is 5,000 meters on a road course, equivalent to a 5K, and the event is listed in connection with the Murcia Regional Championship at that distance. This competitive element sits alongside the inclusive character of a San Silvestre: the same start line can bring together athletes seeking a fast time and runners whose priority is to finish, share the route or enjoy the atmosphere.

The available listing also places the race in the 2026 Running Challenge leagues, Platinum and Gold. That adds interest for people following the regional calendar and the scoring of popular races. It does not change the accessible nature of the day: the five-kilometer distance can be approached as a race or a recreational challenge, subject to the regulations and entry conditions.

No street-by-street route or detailed elevation profile has been provided, so it would be unwise to claim specific hills, turns or checkpoints that have not been confirmed. The available information does state that the race takes place on Alcantarilla’s streets, with the start and finish in the same area on Calle Mayor. For pacing, checking the official course map when released will be more useful than relying on descriptions of earlier editions, whose routes may change.

Children’s races and family participation

The program includes several distances for younger runners, divided by category. The reference information lists 200 meters for Under 8, 600 for Under 10, 800 for Under 12 and 1,000 for Under 14. Matching the distance to the age group means the day is not limited to adult runners and gives children the chance to experience the start, course and finish in a shorter format.

Children’s races are scheduled to begin from 4 p.m., although the supplied timetable gives an exact start only for the Under 8 category. Distances are listed for the other groups, but not precise start times. Families should use the official program as their reference, especially when arranging travel, bib collection or when children need to be at the venue before their race.

In events of this kind, the youngest runners’ experience depends on more than competition: a well-organized area and a reasonable wait also matter. Each participant should know the meeting point, arrive in good time and follow instructions from race staff. Short distances do not remove the need to follow the rules: each category has its own start and conditions, and runners should not join an event other than the one assigned to them.

Entry and announced prices

The reference table sets entry prices at from 10 euros for the 5,000-meter race. For children’s events, prices start at 2 euros in the listed categories. The phrase from indicates a starting price and does not establish that every event, entry period or included service has exactly the same fee.

The stated deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 11:30 p.m. Since the race is scheduled for the 19th, registration closes four days before the event. The information provided does not specify possible surcharges, entry limits, refund policies, bib collection or required documents; those details should be checked in the 2026 regulations and the official registration channel.

It is also important to distinguish a published price from individual confirmation. An announced fee does not guarantee that places remain available or that registration will stay open until the deadline, particularly if organizers set a capacity limit. The known starting fees are 10 euros for the 5K and 2 euros for children’s events; the available information does not identify a maximum fee or detail what each entry includes.

Organizers and the event’s place in the calendar

The event is listed as organized by C.A. Rajaos Runners de Alcantarilla, in collaboration with Alcantarilla City Council’s Sports Department. The Murcia Athletics Federation is linked to the regional 5K road competition. That division reflects two sides of the event: a popular race rooted in the town and a competition recognized on the regional federation calendar.

The combination brings in different audiences. For recreational runners, the appeal may be completing five kilometers in a distinctive setting; for competitors racing in age categories, the regional championship provides a more defined sporting goal. The 2026 calendar also lists the event in the Running Challenge Platinum and Gold leagues, a relevant detail for athletes following circuit points and standings.

Descriptions of previous editions in the supplied information show that the event has included youth races, costumes and broad public participation. Those precedents help explain the format but should not be mistaken for a confirmed 2026 program: the current information does not say whether costume contests, entertainment, special prizes or side events will return. The confirmed elements for this edition are the date, venue, listed distances and its link to the regional championship.

Costumes and the atmosphere of a San Silvestre

The word Bruja, or witch, distinguishes the event and gives it a festive identity in the December calendar. At San Silvestre races, costumes often mix with technical running gear: fabric moving in the air, hats surviving the first few meters and groups turning the start into a more colorful scene than a conventional race. Alcantarilla’s event has included costume contests in previous editions, according to the background information provided.

For 2026, however, the available information does not confirm a contest, its categories or prizes. It is better not to assume there will be a jury, photo booth or awards for groups. Anyone planning to run in festive clothing should prioritize safety and comfort: an outfit should not restrict vision, make breathing difficult or interfere with other runners. A costume can add to the atmosphere, but it is no substitute for suitable running gear.

The event’s format may also appeal to companions who are not taking part. The children’s races and adult event offer several opportunities to visit the town center and follow the action from the course, while respecting race zones and organizers’ instructions. For participants, running close to the holiday season can offer a short, shared goal to end the sporting year, with less emphasis on time and more on the collective experience.

Understanding the course and planning to take part

Public information places the course on Alcantarilla’s streets and sets the start and finish at the same location, beside Plaza Adolfo Suárez. It does not include a map, elevation profile or full street description. The most reliable way to find out about crossings, narrow sections, aid points or possible traffic closures will therefore be the edition’s map and regulations, rather than memories of another year.

A 5K may seem short, but it still calls for a sensible choice of pace. Runners who train regularly can usually adjust their effort from the opening minutes; those who run occasionally can keep to a comfortable intensity, alternating running and walking if needed. Recreational participation is different from federation-level competition, and each runner should choose their effort according to their fitness and relevant health guidance.

Arriving with time to spare can also help avoid a last-minute rush in the start area. The concentration of runners, bib collection and access to nearby streets may take longer than expected, although no specific logistics have been announced for this edition. It is sensible to check official instructions about parking, road closures and available services in advance, without assuming that arrangements from previous years will be repeated.

What is confirmed and what remains to be finalized

The supplied event notice establishes several key details: Dec. 19, 2026, in Alcantarilla, with an adult 5K at 6:30 p.m. and children’s races from 4 p.m. It also identifies the start and finish location, children’s distances, starting prices and the connection to the regional championship. That information is enough to locate the event and understand its general structure.

Several details that often matter as race day approaches are not included in the available information: the full course, whether registration is currently open, capacity, bib collection, category rules, prizes, services and any festive activities. No explicit official race website is listed either. That does not mean those details do not exist; it means they cannot be confirmed from the information provided here.

Caution is particularly useful when consulting pages about previous editions. A report from an earlier year may describe schedules, prizes or procedures that are no longer current. For this event, details dated 2026 should take precedence over historical announcements, and any changes announced by the organizers will supersede the initial schedule or price listed here.

A December race that brings sport and town together

The San Silvestre Bruja has a recognizable place in Alcantarilla’s year-end sporting calendar: five kilometers through town, races for different ages and a festive setting that may bring athletics closer to people who do not usually compete. The regional championship adds a higher level of competition for athletes seeking a result, while the event retains the scale of a popular race, where the street atmosphere matters as much as the clock.

For 2026, its appeal rests on a clearly announced date and format, even though some operational details remain to be confirmed. The combination of a 5K, children’s races and regional participation offers several ways to experience the event, from racing to a family outing. On Saturday, Dec. 19, Calle Mayor will be the starting point for that mix of sport, gathering and celebration, pending the final regulations that will complete the practical information.