NEXT STOP: PORTO 2026!

What?

The ERBC 2026 is your exclusive opportunity to dive into the heart of the running industry! Expect cutting-edge talks, inspiring workshops, and innovative showcases from global leaders, all set against the stunning backdrop of Porto. It’s where the future of running will be shaped.

Who?

Join a dynamic mix of top race organizers, federations, visionary tech companies, creative marketers, industry influencers, and passionate running enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're an expert or a newcomer, you’ll find your place in this vibrant global network.

Why?

This is your chance to be part of the conversation that’s transforming the running world. Discover game-changing technologies, exchange bold ideas, and find fresh strategies that will elevate your business and event. Plus, experience Porto’s unique charm—where business meets culture in a city that runs on innovation.

REGISTRATION

INDIVIDUAL
REGISTRATION

YES, I AM COMING €195
01.12.- 31.12.2024.
EARLY BIRD €295
01.01. - 30.06.2025.
REGULAR €395
01.07. - 31.12.2025.
LATE ENTRY €495
01.01. - 30.06.2026.
LAST CALL €595
01.07. - 31.10.2026.
  • Accreditation for participant
  • Entry to all Conference Sessions and Workshops
  • Welcome Bags with Goodies
  • Networking Lunch and Dinner, Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, 2026
  • Morning Run, Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Bib Number (optional) for Porto Marathon, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Race day hospitality, start line, race course, and hospitality zone at the finish line, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Accommodation (NOT included)
  •  
  •  Registrations are fully transferable, but they are non-refundable
  •  
  •  

TEAM
REGISTRATION

YES, I AM COMING not available
3 x EARLY BIRD €735
01.01. -30.06.2025.
(team of 3 + €245 additional participant )
3 x REGULAR €960
01.07.- 31.12.2025.
(team of 3 + €320 additional participant )
3 x LATE ENTRY €1185
01.01.- 30.06.2026.
(team of 3 + €395 additional participant )
3 x LAST CALL €1410
01.07.- 31.10.2026.
(team of 3 + €470 additional participant )
  • Accreditation for all team members
  • Entry to all Conference Sessions and Workshops for all team members
  • Welcome Bags with Goodies for all team members
  • Networking Lunch and Dinner for all team members, Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, 2026
  • Morning Run for all team members, Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Bib Number (optional) for Porto Marathon for all team members, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Race day hospitality, start line, race course, and hospitality zone at the finish line for all team members, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Accommodation (NOT included)
  •  
  •  Registrations are fully transferable, but they are non-refundable
  •  
  •  

INDIVIDUAL
REGISTRATION

YES, I AM COMING €295
01.12.- 31.12.2024.
EARLY BIRD €395
01.01. - 30.06.2025.
REGULAR €495
01.07. - 31.12.2025.
LATE ENTRY €595
01.01. - 30.06.2026.
LAST CALL €695
01.07. - 31.10.2026.
  • Accreditation for participant
  • Entry to all Conference Sessions and Workshops
  • Welcome Bags with Goodies
  • Networking Lunch and Dinner, Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, 2026
  • Morning Run, Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Bib Number (optional) for Porto Marathon, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Race day hospitality, start line, race course, and hospitality zone at the finish line, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Accommodation (NOT included)
  •  
  •  Registrations are fully transferable, but they are non-refundable
  •  
  •  

TEAM
REGISTRATION

  •  Registrations for suppliers are limited to a maximum of two participants per company. If your organization would like to have a greater presence at ERBC, we invite you to explore our Partner, Supporter, and Exhibitor packages. Please see our offerings for more details.
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INDIVIDUAL
REGISTRATION

YES, I AM COMING €195
01.12.- 31.12.2024.
EARLY BIRD €295
01.01. - 30.06.2025.
REGULAR €395
01.07. - 31.12.2025.
LATE ENTRY €495
01.01. - 30.06.2026.
LAST CALL €595
01.07. - 31.10.2026.
  • Accreditation for all team members
  • Entry to all Conference Sessions and Workshops
  • Welcome Bags with Goodies
  • Networking Lunch and Dinner, Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, 2026
  • Morning Run, Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Bib Number (optional) for Porto Marathon, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Race day hospitality, start line, race course, and hospitality zone at the finish line, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Accommodation (NOT included)
  •  
  •  Registrations are fully transferable, but they are non-refundable
  •  
  •  

TEAM
REGISTRATION

YES, I AM COMING not available
3 x EARLY BIRD €735
01.01. -30.06.2025.
(team of 3 + €245 additional participant )
3 x REGULAR €960
01.07.- 31.12.2025.
(team of 3 + €320 additional participant )
3 x LATE ENTRY €1185
01.01.- 30.06.2026.
(team of 3 + €395 additional participant )
3 x LAST CALL €1410
01.07.- 31.10.2026.
(team of 3 + €470 additional participant )
  • Accreditation for all team members
  • Entry to all Conference Sessions and Workshops for all team members
  • Welcome Bags with Goodies for all team members
  • Networking Lunch and Dinner for all team members, Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, 2026
  • Morning Run for all team members, Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Bib Number (optional) for Porto Marathon for all team members, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Race day hospitality, start line, race course, and hospitality zone at the finish line for all team members, Sunday, November 8, 2026
  • Accommodation (NOT included)
  •  
  •  Registrations are fully transferable, but they are non-refundable
  •  
  •  

PROGRAM

08:00 - 09:00     Arrival & Accreditation
09:00 - 13:30     Morning Session (lunch follows as networking time)
The theme of the Morning: Running Industry Updates, Trends and Prospects
15:00 - 19:30     Afternoon Session (dinner follows as networking time)
The theme of the Afternoon: Your Race in focus, services and solutions for your needs

09:00 - 09:45

Running, from Movement to Industry – Coordinated approach

Keynote Speech
09:45 - 10:15

Coffee break & Expo discussions


10:15 - 11:00

Industry initiatives that show cooperation is amplification

Panel Discussion
11:00 - 11:30

Coffee break & Expo discussions


11:30 - 12:15

Where can we grow next, increasing consumer base and consumer spending?

Presentations
12:15- 12:45

Coffee break & Expo discussions


12:45 - 13:30

Race case studies – how can we generate more income?

Panel Discussion
13:30 - 15:00

Lunch hosted by European Athletics



15:00 - 15:45

Event management process, systems, tools and know-how

Showcases
15:45 - 16:15

Coffee break & Expo discussions


16:15 - 17:00

What are we missing as Race Organisers that the Suppliers could offer?

Panel Discussion
17:00 - 17:30

Coffee break & Expo discussions


17:30 - 18:15

Concepts that are new, innovative or tend to attract a new audience

Presentations
18:15 - 18:45

Coffee break & Expo discussions


18:45 - 19:30

Price your race at the right level

Leadership Panel
20:00 - 22:00

Dinner hosted by Run Porto



09:00 - 13:30     Morning Session (lunch follows as networking time)
The theme of the Morning: Who is running next, Growing Trail Running Culture?
15:00 - 19:30     Afternoon Session (dinner follows as networking time)
The theme of the Afternoon: AI and technology solutions, how to do more with less

09:00 - 09:45

Brand, Sport, Culture, who is our new audience?

Keynote Speech
09:45 - 10:15

Coffee break & Expo discussions


10:15 - 11:00

Trail running, going from sports brands to the cultural movement

Panel Discussion
11:00 - 11:30

Coffee break & Expo discussions


11:30 - 12:15

Storytelling in e-motions

Presentations
12:15 - 12:45

Coffee break & Expo discussions


12:45 - 13:30

Trail running and its ultimate narrative, human and nature

Panel Discussion
13:30 - 15:00

Lunch hosted by European Athletics



15:00 - 15:45

Artificial Intelligence application in the mass sports events industry

Keynote Speech
15:45 - 16:15

Coffee break & Expo discussions


16:15 - 17:00

What would you like AI to solve and manage for your event?

Panel Discussion
17:00 - 17:30

Coffee break & Expo discussions


17:30 - 18:15

Solutions that can save you resources and generate income

Presentations
18:15 - 18:45

Coffee break & Expo discussions


18:45 - 19:30

Coordinated Running Industry

Leadership Panel and Closing
20:00 - 22:00

Dinner hosted by Run Porto



07:00 - 12:00

Experience race day hospitality with exclusive access to the hospitality zone at the finish line – all included in the ERBC registration package.


Run the Porto Marathon or 10km road Race with the free bib (part of the ERBC registration package)
08:00

Start of Porto Marathon

08:00

Start of 10km Road Race


Mid-day and Afternoon

Departures



Get Ready for Porto 2026!
Welcome!

PARTNERS, SUPPORTERS AND EXHIBITORS

ERBC CO-HOSTS

Runporto.com

Runporto.com has rapidly emerged as a leading force in athletics, both nationally and internationally. Founded with a commitment to promoting running, Runporto.com caters to everyone from casual runners to elite athletes. Their success stems from a profound passion for running and a dedication to both competitive and recreational participants.

Rooted in Portugal, Runporto.com has made significant strides in integrating athletics into the community. They not only focus on sports but also emphasize social responsibility, supporting various national charitable causes. Notably, their origins are closely tied to the Northern Regional Center of the Portuguese Cerebral Palsy Association, where their journey began.

Runporto.com stands out for its commitment to sport, participant care, and the promotion of cultural exchange through running. Their philosophy is simple: break the routine and engage in sports for a cause greater than oneself.

fpa

The Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA) is the governing body for athletics in Portugal, dedicated to promoting and developing the sport at both national and international levels. Established in the early 20th century, the FPA has been instrumental in advancing Portuguese athletics, with notable achievements including Olympic medals, world records, and successful hosting of major international competitions.

The Federation continues to nurture talent and organize significant events, contributing to Portugal's prominent position in global athletics.

PARTNERS

fotop

Fotop connects photographers with event participants and our mission is to offer incredible records for people to enjoy the unique moments of their lives!

We believe that a life is made up of experiences and that people need to be present with body and soul to fully enjoy these moments.

We are a platform that allows photographers to sell their images directly to participants in sporting, social and school events.

We offer technology, billing, production logistics and customer service.

For event participants, we offer the possibility of having a professional souvenir of an important moment in their life.

haku

Based in Miami Florida, haku is a technology platform enabling event organizers to better plan, manage, promote and sell-out their events.
Through our innovative all-in-one platform and unwavering customer service, world-class organizations can plan events, track progress and engage with participants on a level unlike any other.

From humble beginnings to leading the way in the technology and innovation space, haku is a company built by brothers Carlos and Jose founded on the belief that big dreams, hard work and integrity can take you anywhere.

witisi

Witisi Sport GmbH is a cutting-edge service provider for mass sport event organizers, specializing in sports merchandise, and photo services.

Witisi Merchandise is the premier choice for medals and sports merchandise for mass sporting events and a variety of sports. Our products are crafted from high-quality materials using state-of-the-art technologies, and our design team is dedicated to creating unique and eye-catching designs for our clients.

At Witisi Sport GmbH, we are committed to providing our clients with unparalleled service and delivering high-quality products that meet their needs and exceed their expectations.

passu

Passu is a fitness apparel brand inspired by the untamed energy of the mountains. We embody the relentless pursuit of greatness, empowering individuals through cutting-edge, endurance-driven apparel.

Quality, innovation, and performance drive our design, delivering comfort, durability, and functionality. Passu fosters a global community, connecting like-minded athletes.

Our vision is to be the global standard-bearer of fitness apparel, celebrated for our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. We inspire athletes worldwide to wear Passu with strength, determination, and enduring spirit, every step of the way.

tracX

We deliver every athlete and fan the best event experience. TRACX is the event community for athletes who challenge themselves during the greatest sport events around the world. With yearly around 600 events and 4.000.000 athletes worldwide, TRACX is one of the biggest LiveTracking Event app platforms of the world. We work with the best event timers to deliver the most accurate time registration and tracking. With TRACX you can live track athletes, and others can live track you during the event. We provide you with all performance insights of the athletes you follow and of course, your own. With the premium features of TRACX+ users connect with the complete TRACX community and enable even more features. This is directly a new opportunity for events to connect better with the fans and participants and get new revenue streams.

WorldsSportsGroup

This Stockholm based company makes endurance events globally accessible and straightforward to discover. The company's international team is opening the world for everyone to explore through endurance sports. Known mainly for:

ahotu.com
The biggest endurance calendar, covering 190 countries and more than 55,000 active events

worldsmarathons.com
A fast-growing running events' marketplace where organisers from 125 countries are already reaching runners from all over the world.

myLaps

MYLAPS supports athletes, racers and events in creating their ultimate sports experience. Every year we capture the performance of over 20 million people all over the world. And turn their data into insights, progress and fun. We offer them a better understanding of their performance and help them with their best next steps.

Originating in 2 timing company's, AMB i.t. and Championchip, MYLAPS today globally operates and works with events, timers, athletes and partners all over the world. Developing and producing the best quality timing equipment and services to help break records and enhance the event experience.

Ticket Sports

Ticket Sports has been a connection-driven company for 10 years, bringing together the best sporting events with athletes and enthusiasts passionate about transformative experiences.

Our platform creates value, organizes data, and generates insights and results for event organizers across the world, with a strong focus on personalization and consultative support.

With great pride, we are now the largest marketplace for sports experiences in Brazil and Latin America.

We value the people behind this incredible universe and care about the ecosystem—everyone grows stronger when we move forward together!

scimitar

Headquartered in the UK with global offices in the USA, Ireland, and Canada, Scimitar are a leading supplier of branded goods, sustainable products, flags and banners to mass participation events worldwide.

Offering amongst the largest range of sustainable branding and apparel to running events, our experienced team are proud to work with some of the world’s biggest event companies, supplying branded goods for the likes of the Great North Run, London Landmarks Half Marathon, Belfast City Half Marathon and Cardiff Half Marathon.

Our team of event branding & merchandise specialists will work with you to provide cost effective, premium solutions for all of your branded event supplies, whatever you need.

Suppliers of: Scrim Roll / Feather Flags / Sustainable Merchandise / Apparel / Race Arches / Eco-Friendly Branding / Promotional Items / Giveaway Products

mika:timing

mika:timing is one of the leading providers in the mass participant industry when it comes to timing & results. The founder Harald Mika and his team have for more then 30 year's been focusing on best-in-class computerized timing and scoring solutions.

Core members of mika:timing have a strong background in software development. This foundation is where they built their battle-tested software suite, SportsPro, for timing and scoring events. Their impressive list of services and tools support events in the areas of online registration, participant management, expo and packet pickup, on demand liveprint of bibs, customized tracking & event apps, timing and scoring and liveresults on the web. Further, they have unique solutions to share real-time race data with their client's third-party vendors through comprehensive APIs.

mika:timing is a team of enthusiasts passionate about providing high-quality race services and introducing new industry-leading standards. With a strong focus on project management and in-house software development, mika:timing delivers high-quality customized solutions for races.
With it’s headquarters in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany, mika:timing is today a global company working together with high profile events all around the world.

Finishers

Finishers is the most exhaustive and updated race calendar. Find your next race and book your bib in a couple of seconds! 10k, half-marathon, marathon...

The new generation platform that allows all runners, whatever their level, to (re)discover the French territory and heritage, by finding the races that suit them.

World Athletics

World Athletics is the international governing body for athletics (track & field & running events).

Our vision is to use the power and accessibility of athletics and our athletes to create a healthier and fitter world.

World Athletics serves a number of stakeholders: professional athletes, their coaches, and their agents, and the 214 national athletics federations that make up the organisation, commercial partners and broadcasters. We work closely with the local organising committees to stage the biggest athletics events all over the world, to excite and engage with fans of all ages.

SUPPORTERS

RaceResult

As the leading innovator in sports timing technology worldwide, RACE RESULT provides solutions for all types of events, from small club events to world championships. Our products are designed for both race organizers and event timers, checking off all race day timing requirements, greatly improving processes, and transponder read rates. Timing companies and race organizers around the world trust our solutions and benefit from personal support whenever needed. Our headquarters are near Karlsruhe, in Southern Germany. Here, development and production are closely intertwined, ensuring the highest reliability and quality of the products we deliver.

EXHIBITORS

RunPixie

RunPixie collects photos from running and bike races from professional photographers with DSLRs, as well as regular bystanders with their mobile phone cameras, recognizes bib numbers, and allows buying photo packages to runners, for a fraction of a typical price, and paying back a fair share to the authors.

witisiPhoto

Witisi.photo is an innovative photo service from Witisi Sport GmbH, designed specifically for mass sports events. Powered by advanced AI technology for facial and bib number recognition, our platform ensures an unparalleled user experience. Participants can effortlessly access and share their event photos, making memories even more memorable.

MEDIA

H&AMedia

H&A Media is a broadcast, media and communications company based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a presence in Beijing, China, who bring together a global network of experts and resources to deliver projects across the sports marketing mix.

They produce tailored sports media content for international federations, rights-holders and destinations, with a strong focus on Asian and Middle East markets.

Whether helping clients to develop strategies, enhancing brands, creating big ideas or delivering assets, the multi-talented team possess local knowledge and provide global expertise to find the right solution.

HOTEL RESERVATION

sportsXpert

With a global reach, sportsXpert founder Pierre-Yves Val and his team understand the unique rooming challenges of events both large and small. We integrate our state-of-the-art white-label booking platform into the event website, offering a seamless experience for participating athletes and sponsors. Hosts can concentrate on delivering their event, confident that accommodation is sorted.

With experience across all major sports from championships, tournaments, conferences and congress meetings, working with local organisers and race directors, the sportsXpert team will get your event accommodation strategy on target and running efficiently.

AFFILIATES

runUSA

Running USA is a non-profit that serves as the leading trade organization for the running industry in North America and hosts the nation’s preeminent industry conference annually. Through education, research, best practices, and data, Running USA is committed to supporting and facilitating growth, diversification, and excitement in running communities everywhere. We promote networking and idea-sharing between event organizers, sponsors, vendors, and athletes. Running USA is a member of a global alliance of organizations focused on the betterment of the global running community, including the Running Industry Alliance and European Athletics.

For more information, visit runningusa.org

ria

Running Industry Alliance (RIA) UK & Ireland is a member-based independent national trade (B2B) organisation built for purpose for the UK & Ireland Running Industry with global reach. RIA exists to collectively assist its Members and Alliance Partners to drive the Running Industry forward to improve the Sport and Business of Running, whilst bringing together defined channels of the Running Industry landscape into one amplified conversation and ecosystem.
The Running Conference presented by haku is organised by RIA and takes place from 7th to 9th December 2025 in the UK. It is the largest annual RIA Member in-person meet up and features meaningful content and activations purposely curated for RIA Members based on topics that are relevant, timely, and impactful for the sport and business of Running.

For more information visit www.runningindustryalliance.com

TEAMSEurope

Presented by SportsTravel, TEAMS Europe is part of the renowned TEAMS brand (Travel, Events and Management in Sports), which has been shaping and defining the sports-event industry for over 25 years. TEAMS brings together leading sports-event rights holders and organisers producing events in the UK and internationally with executives from destinations, hoteliers and service providers who want more sport-related business. We provide insightful education from industry influencers, networking opportunities and pre-scheduled 1-to-1 meetings between vetted, hosted sport-events organisers and their potential business partners.

MassParticipationWorld

Mass Participation World (MPW) was founded in 2016 in Singapore by industry veteran and author of Mass Participation Sports Events, Chris Robb, with the initial purpose of facilitating connection and collaboration across the various verticals of the industry through an annual conference.

MPW has now evolved to provide a number of other services to the industry including: creating global connections across the ecosystem, consulting and advising, advocacy, research and education.
In addition, Chris, who has now been in the industry for almost 40 years, is globally recognised as a thought leader and sought-after speaker and facilitator. He regularly hosts and helps curate World Athletics Webinars.

The 9th edition of the Mass Participation World Conference (MPW24) was held from December 4–6 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, bringing together industry leaders from across the globe.

PARTNERSHIP

Interested in Event Partnership or Exhibiting at ERBC2026?

VENUE

Alfandega Porto
Congress Centre​

Sala do Arquivo​

The Alfândega Congress Center in Porto is one of the largest conference centers in Portugal. Tastefully restored by architect Souto Moura, the building boasts a unique style and an unforgettable riverside location in the heart of Porto's historic center. The main conference room, the Archive Hall, is renowned for its acoustics, considered among the best in Europe.

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