Marcoussis Mobilizes for Telethon 2026 from November 24 to December 13

The town is organizing numerous events, including sports tournaments, a concert, and a lottery, to support research against rare diseases.

Generic image of various community activities for a charity event, featuring sports and music elements in a festive setting.
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Generic image of various community activities for a charity event, featuring sports and music elements in a festive setting.

From November 24 to December 13, 2026, the town of Marcoussis is organizing the Telethon 2026, mobilizing associations, municipal services, schools, and sports sections to support research against rare diseases.

Numerous activities are planned over several weeks, including a lottery, sports tournaments, games, gymnastics, and music. These events aim to bring the community together and support medical research.
The official launch will take place on Friday, December 4, at 6:30 PM at the Grand Parc complex, featuring futsal tournaments, sports and gymnastics activities, as well as a Scrabble tournament at the Maison des Associations starting at 1:30 PM.
Saturday, December 5, will include a BBGYM course, an introduction to archery, family basketball at the Ferme des Prés gymnasium, and a grand concert at 7:00 PM at the Sainte-Madeleine church with the École des Arts and the group The Holding Pattern 91.
On Sunday, December 6, an 8 km run organized by the Athletics section will start at 10:00 AM, followed by a grand Telethon lottery from 11:00 AM at the Orangerie des Célestins.
Every gesture counts for the fundraising. Participants can contribute by taking part in activities, making a donation on the official page "Marcoussis et le Téléthon 2026", bringing cakes or quiches, or donating old mobile phones. A refreshment stand will also be set up at the Grand Parc gymnasium on December 4 and 5.
The Telethon concludes on Sunday, December 13, at 6:30 PM at the ASM office. For more information and registrations, contact Omer ZINSOU at 06 75 06 17 71 or Monique PORCHER at 01 69 01 29 69.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Marcoussis (13/11/2026)