La Marche en Fête - Valenciennes 2026

La Marche en Fête in Valenciennes is a 3 km city walk in the Nord department of Hauts-de-France, usually scheduled for early October. It is less a race than a progressive walking test: participants walk under a protocol developed by experts from the French Athletics Federation, then receive a digital diploma afterward. The Valenciennes event is part of a wider La Marche en Fête program run in six cities. The focus is everyday movement, with practical advice on staying active and a format meant for people who want a simple, accessible way to check their walking level rather than chase a finish time.