The XXXVII edition of the San Silvestre Internacional Crevillentina is set for December 31. The race will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will return to its traditional start and finish on Fontenay Promenade. Last year, the event attracted about 1,700 athletes, including 600 local runners, and this year’s edition aspires to exceed that participation number.
The Crevillente test is recognized by the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation as one of the year’s standout events. It ranks as the second-best race in Spain by overall turnout, surpassed only by San Silvestre Vallecana, and it has become a staple on the national athletics calendar.
Athletes are shown warming up as they prepare to start the San Silvestre Crevillentina. The scene captures the energy and focus that accompany the year-end race, with participants ready to contribute to a memorable evening of running.
The launch for this new edition took place on Wednesday, November 22, in the Crevillent City Council General Assembly Hall. Attendees included the city’s mayor, Lourdes Aznar Miralles, the Sports Council Member, David Amoros Candela, and Antonio Luis Mas, the president of the Marathon Crevillent Athletics Club and race organizer. Several other municipal representatives and representatives from local social associations were present as well. The gathering highlighted the community spirit that surrounds the event and its role in supporting athletes and local initiatives.
During the ceremony, Antonio Luis Mas Mas unveiled the event poster, T-shirt, and a traditional mat that will be given to all registered participants. These elements help mark the occasion and create a sense of shared celebration for athletes and supporters alike.
David Amorós emphasized the enduring value of the San Silvestre Crevillentina, noting its growing popularity and reaffirming that the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation designated it as a featured award. He also reminded attendees that Crevillent has been chosen to host part of the next Spanish 10K Road Championships, to be held on April 6, 2024. The route will mirror the iconic year-end course, linking the new championship with the long tradition of this popular race.
Crevillent will host the Spanish 10K Road Championships in April 2024. That event promises to draw a broad field of national competitors and spectators, underscoring the town’s role as a hub for road racing in Spain. The local community will rally around the championships, celebrating athletic achievement and inviting visitors to experience the town’s hospitality.
Before the 10K national championships arrive in spring, the streets of Crevillent will once again fill with energy, music, and the joyful noise of runners bidding farewell to the year. The city prepares to welcome athletes from nearby regions and beyond, offering a festive atmosphere that celebrates sport, competition, and community bonding. The evening will feature a mix of elite participants and enthusiastic amateurs, all contributing to a memorable close to the calendar year. [citation attribution]
Notes from the organizers suggest that the event will once again deliver a spectacle of timing, pacing, and camaraderie, with finish-line celebrations that honor effort and perseverance. For spectators, the route provides ample opportunities to witness fast racing moments while enjoying the surrounding streets already decked out in holiday spirit. The event is expected to boost local businesses and showcase Crevillent as a premier destination for endurance events on the Mediterranean coast. [citation attribution]
The San Silvestre Crevillentina continues to grow in scale and significance, reinforcing its status as a key ritual of year-end sport in the region. As December 31 approaches, athletes prepare, families plan outings, and the community looks forward to a night of running, cheers, and shared pride. The race embodies a blend of competitive sport and festive tradition that many participants carry into the new year.