Athens and Cyprus announce upcoming regional sports events

The Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the third annual ‘EEA ATHENS RUN’, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Pedion tou Areos. The event features three distances: a 3 km race for men and women, a 1 km race for primary school children, and a 6 km race for men and women. Participants include professionals, business members, athletes, and students. All runners will receive a commemorative medal and diploma.

In Cyprus, the 12th European Week of Sport, ‘#BeActive’, will take place from September 23 to 30, 2026. Organized by the Cyprus Sports Organisation (KOA), the event expects over 160,000 participations across 660 actions and 211 organizers. Notable highlights include the participation of President Nikos Christodoulides in a physical exercise session and a student-led activity in London’s Hyde Park.