DEKA BRAGA 2026

The 2nd Vila Nova da Barquinha Race is a running event scheduled for September 12, 2026, starting at 7 PM in Vila Nova da Barquinha. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, welcoming participants of various ages and fitness levels. The 10 km race is open to runners aged 18 and above, while the 5 km walk has no age limit. The event offers a festive atmosphere suitable for families and individuals alike, with hydration stations at 5 km and at the finish line. Participants can enjoy a well-organized evening race with official timing chips, awards for top finishers, and a commemorative souvenir for all finishers.

The 17th Half Marathon of the Municipality of Castro Marim will take place on September 12, 2026, in Altura, Castro Marim. This running event includes a half marathon distance of 21.097 km and a minimarathon of 10.5 km, both held as night races starting at 20:00. The race is open to federated, non-federated, and foreign athletes of both sexes, with age categories ranging from juniors to veterans. The half marathon consists of a 4-lap circuit, and the minimarathon consists of a 2-lap circuit, both on Avenida 24 de Junho in Altura. Participants will experience a well-organized event with medical assistance, security presence, and liquid aid stations along the course. Awards include trophies by category and gender, monetary prizes for the top 5 overall finishers in the half marathon, and medals and t-shirts for all finishers.

HYGOES 2026 is a competitive fitness race inspired by the Hyrox model, taking place on September 12, 2026, in Vila de Góis. The event features an 8 km run divided into eight 1 km laps, interspersed with eight functional workout stations. The race is exclusively for Open Doubles teams, including male, female, and mixed pairs. Teams must complete all running and functional stations together, with the ability to divide station work freely between partners. Participants will experience a challenging and dynamic competition combining running and strength exercises, fostering teamwork and endurance in a unique format.

The 11th Edition of the PIRILAMPOS NIGHT RUN BAJOUCA is a nighttime running race scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Bajouca, Leiria. The race starts and finishes at the Bajouca Athletics Track, offering a unique adventure-style course approximately 5 km long. The route features various obstacles and surprises, adding an exciting challenge for participants. The race is open to all age groups, including categories for youth and adults, and involves timed individual starts in groups of five, spaced 20 seconds apart according to athletes' best 5 km times. The course passes through several local olarias (pottery workshops) and regional points of interest, blending cultural elements with the physical challenge. The event promises an engaging atmosphere with a mix of adventure and cultural exploration, requiring participants to use a headlamp or flashlight and reflective gear for safety. There is also a walking event starting at 20:35, open to all categories, making the event inclusive and family-friendly.