Running
350 Races
The 3H Resistência Eloo D’Engate By Ponte da Cunha is a 3-hour endurance race taking place on April 18, 2026, in Barcelos, Portugal. The event features a circuit of approximately 5 km per lap on dirt roads and rural paths.
Participants can compete individually, in pairs (relay format), or on e-bikes, with categories for men, women, and mixed teams. Minors aged 16-17 may participate only in pairs with a signed responsibility waiver. The race awards the winner based on the most laps completed, with ties broken by the fastest last lap.
The Challenge1K – Lisboa > Alto do Malhão (Algarve) is a road cycling endurance event taking place on April 18, 2026. The route covers 268 km from Lisbon to the iconic Alto do Malhão climb in the Algarve, known for its challenging gradients exceeding 10%.
This event is designed for cyclists seeking a test of resistance and mental strength, with multiple start times based on average speeds (22 km/h, 25 km/h, 28 km/h). Participants must comply with road safety rules and use GPS tracking for navigation.
The race atmosphere emphasizes personal challenge and achievement, culminating in the legendary climb of Alto do Malhão, a symbol of Portuguese cycling. Support includes two aid stations, a hot meal at the finish, and transport back to Lisbon.
The Trail Noturno do Mineiro is a night trail running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in São Pedro da Cova, Gondomar. It offers multiple distances including a trail sprint, trail mini, and a walking option, catering to a wide range of participants.
The event promotes the territory, encourages healthy lifestyles, and provides the unique experience of running and walking at night in nature. It is open to various age categories, including juniors, seniors, and veterans, making it inclusive for many athletes.
Duathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.
The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.
The Maratona Filhos da Freita 2026 is a road mountain marathon event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Arouca, Portugal. The event features competitive races of 42 km and 21 km distances, as well as a 10 km walking route, all starting and finishing at Praça Brandão de Vasconcelos. The marathon involves significant elevation gain, with approximately 1600 meters for the full marathon and 900 meters for the half marathon.
Open to athletes over 18 years for the marathon and over 16 years for the half marathon, the event is organized by Confraria Trotamontes in partnership with the Municipality of Arouca and supported by the local volunteer firefighters. The race is semi-autonomous with multiple aid stations and safety support, conducted on mountain roads and partly paved surfaces, providing a scenic and challenging experience. The atmosphere is competitive yet supportive, with classifications by age groups and teams, along with podium prizes.
Besides the main races, the event includes a 10 km walk in the vicinity of Arouca along the Rio Arda valley, making it accessible to a wider audience including families and recreational participants.
The 17th Edition of the Corrida Francisco Lázaro Bairro de Benfica is a running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Benfica, Lisbon. It features multiple race distances including a 10 km run, a 5 km mini-run/walk/dog walk, a 5 km cycling event, and a 500 m kids race.
The 10 km race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with various age categories for men and women. The event offers a festive atmosphere with a post-race party and routes through emblematic streets and the natural surroundings of Monsanto.
Participants can enjoy a well-organized race with hydration points, medals for finishers, and trophies for top finishers in overall and age categories.
The V Corrida de São Lourenço is a running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Machico (Caniçal), Madeira. It features multiple race distances for different age groups, including 0.5 km for sub-10 and sub-12 categories, 1 km for sub-14 and sub-16, and a main race of 4.1 km for sub-18, sub-20, seniors, and veterans.
This event is part of the Madeira a Correr and Mini Madeira a Correr circuits, with individual and team classifications. Participation is limited to licensed athletes affiliated with AARAM, ensuring a competitive and organized race environment.
The courses run through urban streets of Caniçal and São Lourenço, finishing at the Cais, offering a community-focused and spirited atmosphere. Awards are given across all age groups and team categories, including trophies for clubs with the highest number of classified participants.
The Grande Trail Fisgas de Ermelo is a trail running event taking place on April 18 and 19, 2026, in Mondim de Basto, Portugal. It features competitive races including a Long Trail (approx. 33 km), Short Trail (approx. 23 km), and Uphill (approx. 7 km), as well as non-competitive events such as a 10 km walk and kids’ races.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, and from 12 years old for the walk. The courses traverse the scenic Serra do Alvão, including a climb to Alto da Senhora da Graça at 947 meters altitude, offering challenging elevation gains up to 1750 meters.
The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with safety and environmental responsibility emphasized. The event also includes ExpoFisgas, a sports equipment exhibition, and kids’ activities, making it suitable for families and athletes alike.
The West Fitness Race – Torres Vedras takes place on April 18 and 19, 2026, at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Torres Vedras, Portugal.
This competition combines functional fitness and endurance in two race formats: RACE (Full) and SPRINT. Athletes must complete running segments interspersed with workout stations in the shortest possible time. The event is open to individual athletes and teams of two (male, female, and mixed categories).
TOPO SIMULATION 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026, in Trofa, Portugal. This hybrid endurance and strength competition combines running with standardized functional workout stations in a high-intensity race format.
The race follows an 8 x 1 km running structure alternated with 8 functional stations, including SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Row, Farmer Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls. With official HYROX-standard penalties and electronic chip timing, the event challenges both individual and doubles athletes in Open and Pro divisions.