San Silvestre Vitoria-Gasteiz Popular Race
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San Silvestre Vitoria-Gasteiz Popular Race

Ring in the New Year with the vibrant San Silvestre Vitoria-Gasteiz Popular Race! This annual event on December 31st transforms the city center into a festive spectacle. Over 4,000 participants, many in creative costumes, hit the pavement for a final sprint to end the year. It's a lively tradition that captures the spirit of Vitoria-Gasteiz.

What to Expect

City-wide New Year's Eve costume race

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Accessibility: The website offers an 'accessible mode' and options to listen to the page content.
  • Pets: No pets allowed

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (4/5)

Best For

Runners and families looking for a festive new year's eve activity

Vibe

Festive, energetic, community-oriented

Energy Level

High

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

High

Special Events & Promotions

  • Participants often wear costumes
  • Over 4,000 people participate annually

Tags

community celebrationseasonal activitiesholiday traditionNew Years Evefamily friendlyrunning

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Location

Vitoria-Gasteiz City Center
Plaza España 1
Vitoria-Gasteiz, PV
01001

Event Details

Duration

Race duration varies by participant

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

City Center

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Ayuntamiento de Vitoria-Gasteiz

Food & Drink

Not specified

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Consider wearing a costume to join the fun and festive atmosphere of the race.
  • Arrive early to find a good viewing spot or to register if on-site registration is available.
  • Check the official race website for the exact start time and route details closer to December 31st.
  • Be prepared for crowds as this is a popular event with over 4,000 participants.
  • The race takes place in the city center, so plan your transportation accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the San Silvestre Vitoria-Gasteiz race?

It is a popular annual race held on December 31st in Vitoria-Gasteiz, where participants run through the city center to celebrate the end of the year, often in costume.

When does the race take place?

The race is held annually on December 31st.

How many people participate?

More than 4,000 people typically participate in the race.

Is there a cost to participate?

The event is listed as FREE admission.

What is the route of the race?

The race covers the entire center of Vitoria-Gasteiz.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 2, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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