The city of Jaén is preparing to host the 30th edition of the Half Marathon and the 10K, which this year will be held in memory of Paco Manzaneda. The event is scheduled for Sunday, November 15th, with the start and finish line at Calle Virgen de la Cabeza. The mayor, Julio Millán, accompanied by the Councilor for Sports, Beatriz López, presented the event, emphasizing its special significance for reaching 30 years of history and being in one of its best moments.
The mayor highlighted the increase in participation, which has grown from just over 350 runners three years ago to ten times that number, calling it an "extraordinary growth" that demonstrates Jaén's standing in popular athletics. Councilor Beatriz López added that the city is ready to experience "the best half marathon in its history," with bibs sold out months in advance and an "unprecedented" increase in participation.
Among the new features are a new single-lap circuit approved by the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation, an attractive runner's bag, and cash prizes for the top three male and female finishers in the half marathon (300€, 200€, and 100€), as well as for the winners of the category for individuals with disabilities. The top three male and female finishers in the 10K will receive trophies.
Additionally, gifts such as special glasses designed to block blue light and sports supplementation packs will be awarded. Participants who complete the half marathon will receive a pre-reservation for a bib for the "San Antón" 2027 race. Bib collection will take place at the commercial gallery of CC Jaén Plaza on Friday, November 13th, and Saturday, November 14th, and on the day of the race near the start and finish line.
