Athletics: the Italian Masters Championships return to Misano
Appointment on the 23rd and 24th of May at the Santamonica Sports Centre
Misano is getting ready to host the Italian Master Athletics Championships on 23rd and 24th May at the Santamonica Sports Centre, one of the most highly anticipated national events. After last year's success, which saw around 3,000 participants including athletes, coaches, and companions, the event returns with a renewed and even more extensive format.
Among the main sporting innovations of the 2026 edition:
- Introduction of multiple events (women's heptathlon and men's decathlon)
- strengthening of relays, a central and spectacular element of the event
- debut of the 5 km road race, designed to broaden participation
The 5 km race will be one of the most distinctive: it will be run at night inside the Misano World Circuit, offering a unique and more engaging experience.
The organisation is entrusted to Atletica Santamonica Misano, with the support of local institutions and partners, including the Emilia-Romagna Region, the Municipality of Misano, Misano World Circuit and MOAB. The event is also sponsored by national and regional FIDAL, confirming its relevance in the Italian calendar.
Besides the sporting value, the event has a strong impact on the local area, contributing to tourism-related revenue and positioning Misano and the Riviera as benchmark destinations for sports tourism, also with a view to extending the season.
Great attention will also be paid to hospitality: in collaboration with Visit Misano, dedicated tourist packages will be offered for athletes and their companions, with the aim of transforming participation into a complete experience of sport, relaxation, and discovery of the local area.