Hilarious Mascot Race Takes Over Street Run in Maringá
A race at the 3rd FSP Run featured medicine boxes, the PROERD lion, and corporate characters running in Paraná.
The 3rd edition of the FSP Run in Maringá, Paraná, drew attention with a fun mascot race. Over 30 characters representing companies and institutions took to the course, providing lighthearted entertainment at the event.
An unusual scene stole the spotlight in Paraná's street running community. During the 3rd FSP Run, held on Sunday (13) in Maringá, organizers hosted a special race exclusively for mascots, bringing together more than 30 characters representing various brands, companies, and institutions.
Fierce competition between brands and characters
Among the competitors who took on the race in bulky costumes was Paulinho—a medicine box mascot from Farmácia São Paulo—along with representatives from Correios, beverage manufacturer Refrico, and even the classic PROERD lion. Characters dressed as turtles and other corporate figures also joined the fun race, entertaining the crowd at the arena.
The themed race highlighted the playful and festive side of street running events, proving that amateur sports can also make room for moments of pure fun and entertainment.