The second edition of “We Run Paris” will not take place. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has officially cancelled the event scheduled for June 27 and 28 due to the ongoing heatwave in the Île-de-France region. The reason given is the unusual weather conditions and the significant strain on local emergency services.
According to the organizers, the safety of everyone involved was the top priority throughout the event’s planning process. The organization considered various measures to hold the event despite the high temperatures. Additional water stations, mist cooling stations, and enhanced medical support were intended to mitigate the effects of the heat, but ultimately the risks outweighed the benefits. It was determined that the safe operation for more than 15,000 participating runners, numerous volunteers, and spectators could not be guaranteed under the current conditions.
The sporting event was scheduled to take place over a weekend centered around the Parc des Princes. A children’s run was planned for Saturday, while the main 10-kilometer race was scheduled for Sunday. The event is one of the younger running events in the French capital of Paris and had already gained significant popularity despite this being only its second edition.
There is good news for registered participants. All entry fees will be refunded automatically and in full. No separate inquiry or refund application is required. The organizers intend to spare participants the effort.
This cancellation is one of a series of decisions by sports organizers in response to unusually high temperatures. For several days, a heatwave has caused severe restrictions across large parts of France. Authorities and organizers are carefully considering whether to hold events when temperatures reach levels that pose a health risk. Endurance sports in particular are considered extremely risky, as overheating and cardiovascular problems can quickly become life-threatening.
PSG’s decision will disappoint many running fans, but it also demonstrates the importance of protecting participants. In the past, major sporting events were often held even under difficult conditions, but the increasing frequency of extreme weather in recent years has placed growing emphasis on health. The cancellation of “We Run Paris 2026” is therefore seen by many as an appropriate measure, even though many runners had been preparing for this weekend for months.
Author: C.H.