Courses de Noël

Get ready for the festive spirit of Pancé as it hosts the Courses de Noël on December 18, 2026. This charming winter event is organized by L'école Jean Eon and TGR (Tertre Gris Running) to benefit local education initiatives.
The evening kicks off with a series of children's races designed for all ages:
- At 5:45 PM, the Course des Petits Lutins welcomes preschoolers and CP students over a distance of 500 meters.
- Just after sunset at 6:00 PM, the Course des Lutins invites CE1 and CE2 pupils to run 1 kilometer through Pancé's picturesque streets.
- A little later at 6:15 PM, CM1 and CM2 children will challenge themselves in the Course des Grands Lutins covering a distance of 1.5 kilometers.
As night falls, two main races take center stage:
- The Pancéenne is an invigorating 5-kilometer run open to all runners from minimes (born on or before December 31, 2012) and above.
- For those looking for a longer challenge, the Course du Père Noël offers a scenic 10-kilometer route suitable for cadets (born in 2010 and earlier).
Both of these races wind through Pancé's illuminated streets with four laps each. Participants will enjoy the festive atmosphere as spectators cheer them on at various points along the course.
To ensure everyone stays safe, it is recommended to wear a headlamp due to limited street lighting during parts of the race. Runners are also encouraged to dress up in their most creative Christmas outfits for an added touch of holiday spirit and fun!
Registration for these races can be completed online via Klikgo until December 17th at 7:00 PM, with packet pickup available on Friday from 5:45 PM onwards. This event is the perfect way to kick off your winter break festivities in style!