The Municipality of Riccione announces a rich calendar of sporting events that will be held between October and December. These events, supported by the municipal administration through patronage and economic benefits, pursue a dual objective: promoting sporting activity and its values, and encouraging tourism, a fundamental element for the local economy.
The events cover various disciplines, from swimming to judo, from cycling to artistic gymnastics, attracting athletes and enthusiasts from all over Italy and beyond. The mayor Daniela Angelini and the Sports Councilor Simone Imola they underline: “Thanks to these events, a significant number of presences are expected in our hotels and accommodation facilities, with a positive impact on the entire city tourism chain, especially in a low season period”.
The administration’s objective is to strengthen Riccione’s tourist vocation through sport, a sector which today represents not only an opportunity for practitioners, but also a territorial marketing lever.
Among the scheduled events, the Coni sporting merit award ceremonywhich will be held on October 19th at the Tourism Palace. On this day, which also celebrates Riccione’s 102nd birthday, the results and commitment of athletes and sports managers will be recognized, with the participation of representatives of the local sports world.
Il Riccione swimming trophyscheduled for 26 and 27 October at the Swimming Stadium, will see the participation of approximately 1,000 athletesaccompanied by technicians and family members. This event represents a high-level national competition, providing an exceptional stage for young swimmers.
Il Running – 41st autumn classic will take place on October 27 with departure and arrival in via Arezzo. This edition expects the participation of approximately 500 runnersconfirming the attractiveness of this event for running lovers.
Dal October 31st to November 3rdthe Playhall will host the Green Camp new generationan international judo training camp that will host approx 500 youth athletes and a total of 600 attendanceincluding managers and coaches. The training sessions will be conducted by renowned technicians, offering participants a unique opportunity for sporting growth.
L’8th trophy city of Riccione of archery will take place on November 2nd and 3rd at the Annika Brandi gym, involving approx 200 archers. This event is included in the national Fitarco calendar and promises a high level of competition.
Il Csen national judo championship will take place on 9 and 10 November at the Playhall, with the participation of 1,200 athletesaccompanied by technicians and family members. This is a very popular event, which underlines the importance of judo at a national level.
Dal 22 to 24 Novemberalso at the Playhall, will take place International master days 2024 of indoor cycling. With a program full of demonstration and training sessions for instructors, attendance of approximately 1,300 athletes coming from different nations.
Il National artistic gymnastics gold student team championship will be held from November 29th to December 1st at the Playhall, involving approx 750 athletes accompanied by technicians and managers. This event represents a showcase for young gymnastics promises.
Il December 14ththe Oltremare theater will host theAssembly of the Italian sports dance and music sports federationwhich will accommodate approx 450 participantsrepresenting an important meeting opportunity for dance enthusiasts.
Finally, the Colle dei Pini cyclocross Riccione will take place on December 15th at the Rose Park. This cycling-cyclocross event includes the participation of 220 athletesaccompanied by 25 technicians and expected approximately 300 spectatorsconsolidating Riccione as one of the favorite destinations for sporting events.
“Each event will attract hundreds of participants including athletes, technicians and companions, offering them the opportunity to discover the beauties of Riccione and take advantage of its services – conclude the mayor and councilor -. The municipal administration is proud to support these initiatives, in the belief that events of this magnitude can not only promote sport, but also contribute significantly to the local economy, strengthening the identity and prestige of Riccione as a welcoming and dynamic city ”.
