Palermo Mondello

What is the Wings for Life World Run?

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants. Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car. Now in its eleventh year, on 4 de maio de 2025 Wings for Life World Run participants in Italy can also run together in Palermo. Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you of course. The race starts at exactly 13:00:00. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught. 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

Track

May 3rd The Village, located at Circolo Lauria, will open its doors on May 3rd.

Here, participants will be able to collect their bib numbers and official race t-shirts for this unique event. This is the perfect moment to soak up the event’s energy, ask questions, and mentally and physically prepare for the challenge ahead.

May 4th – Race Day Race day will start early at the Village, with race kit pick-up available until 12:30 PM.

It’s important that all participants complete this step to ensure a smooth start.

At 12:30 PM, we will gather for final instructions and walk together towards the starting line, marked by the Red Bull arch near the club.

Before the start, there will be a group photo opportunity, a moment to capture the spirit of the event.

At exactly 1:00 PM, the sound of the horn will signal the beginning of the race, synchronized with thousands of other runners around the world.

The course, completely closed to traffic, will allow each participant to enjoy the beauty of Mondello in total safety.

During the race, large screens inside the Village will broadcast live coverage of races happening in other parts of the world, creating a global connection among participants.

After crossing the finish line, the Village will host a refreshment area and an award ceremony.

Access to the Village and the starting areas is exclusively reserved for registered participants, ensuring a safe and organized experience for everyone.

Wheelchair participants

On 4 de maio de 2025 wheelchair participants and runners start side by side at this track. The only requirement: wheelchair participants have to start in everyday wheelchairs.

Refreshment station and local set up

Yes, this track has a refreshment station! You will find the following on site: Free water

Timing and race number

You will receive your personal race number via email and it’s also available next to your starting number on the website a couple of days before the race. The Wings for Life World Run App is your time tracking tool. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start and as soon as it overtakes you, you will get clear signals via the App. Please make sure to have a fully charged phone on race day.

Your contribution to help find a cure

In order to join this App Run Event, please download the Wings for Life World Run App for Android or iPhone and sign up for race day in the App. To be part of the Wings for Life World Run on 4 de maio de 2025 a registration fee will be charged; 100% of your fee go to spinal cord research. After you completed your registration for race day, you can join this App Run Event.