Diocese of Thessaloniki: Cancellation of the 3rd Health Road Race "AGIOS DIMITRIOS"translated

The Holy Metropolis of Thessaloniki and the Pilgrimage Church of Agios Dimitrios Poliochou of Thessaloniki have announced, with great regret, the cancellation of the 3rd "AGIOS DIMITRIOS" Health Road Race, which was scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026. This decision was taken after a careful assessment of the predicted adverse weather conditions, as all available meteorological forecasting models are converging on the occurrence of rain on the day of the race.

With the safety and health protection of the participants, volunteers, organizers and all those who would contribute to the realization of the event as a primary consideration, it was decided that cancellation is the most responsible and appropriate option.

"This decision is taken with a sense of responsibility, as the organization of a road race, which promotes health, sport and noble competition, must primarily ensure the appropriate conditions for the safe participation of all.

The Holy Metropolis of Thessaloniki and the Pilgrimage Church of Agios Dimitrios express their warm thanks to all the runners who participated, the volunteers, the...