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Madrid Pride wouldn’t be the same without the iconic High-Heel Race. Now in its 27th edition, this special event takes over Calle de Pelayo on 2 July, with participants sprinting down the street in high-heel shoes of up to 6 inches.
It doesn't matter if you're wearing sports gear or a skirt—once you're sporting a pair of high heels, you're in! Participants in this one-of-a-kind contest have to keep an eye on their feet while also facing another challenge: dressing up mid-race. This is why there are two stations along the way: one where runners are given a dress in a bag and another where they receive a lipstick.
The race consists of three qualifying rounds and a final, with prizes awarded to all finalists.
Free
6pm
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