Running
350 Races
The 47th Corrida da Liberdade Lisboa is a running event held on April 25, 2026, in Lisbon, commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. It features multiple distances including an 11,000-meter timed race, a 5,000-meter race, a 1,000-meter kids’ race, and a 2,500-meter walk.
The event is open to various age categories, with trophies awarded to top finishers and medals for all finishers in the races. The race routes start from different locations in Lisbon and all finish at Praça dos Restauradores, creating a festive atmosphere celebrating freedom and collective joy.
The Corrida da Liberdade is organized as a popular celebration with a strong symbolic connection to April ideals, welcoming runners of all ages and abilities, including children and walkers.
The Farol Adventure Trail – Flores Azores (FAT) returns on 25 April 2026, offering runners an unforgettable journey across the dramatic landscapes of Flores Island, Azores. Starting from the iconic Farol do Albarnaz and finishing at Farol da Ponta das Lajes, the event showcases lush valleys, coastal cliffs, volcanic formations, and waterfalls such as Poço do Bacalhau and Poço do Ferreiro.
This is more than a race—it’s an immersion into the island’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, passing through all parishes in the municipality of Lajes das Flores. Certified by the Associação de Trail Running de Portugal (ATRP), FAT is part of the National Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive trail athletes and nature enthusiasts.
Distances cater to different levels:
FAT36 – 36 km long trail (National Circuit Series 150)
FAT18 – 18 km sprint trail (National Sprint Circuit Series 150 + Youth Circuit)
FAT09 – 9 km short trail
FAT09c – 9 km walk (non-competitive)
With a friendly and community-driven atmosphere, the FAT blends elite competition with local hospitality, making it one of the most scenic and unique trail experiences in Portugal.
The ECOTOUR BIKE DO DÃO 2026 is a guided mountain bike and gravel cycling event taking place on April 25, 2026, in Santa Comba Dão, Portugal. It offers three main routes: a 35 km mountain bike trail with 800 m elevation gain, a 60 km mountain bike trail with 1300 m elevation gain, and an 80 km gravel route with 1300 m elevation gain.
Open to participants aged 18 and over, the event is semi self-supported and guided by GPS tracks provided by the organizers. There is also a closed circuit Bike Kids event for children up to 16 years old, promoting cycling among youth with participation prizes.
The routes traverse rural parishes of Santa Comba Dão, including the village of Portugal – Couto do Mosteiro, showcasing natural landscapes and local culture. The event emphasizes ecological respect, minimizing environmental impact while encouraging social interaction and enjoyment of local gastronomy.
The Maratona da Europa – Aveiro 2026 is a running event that will take place on April 25-26, 2026, in Aveiro, Portugal. The race offers several distances: a full marathon (42.195 km) for participants born in 2006 or earlier, a half marathon (21.0975 km) and a 10 km mini-marathon for those born in 2008 or earlier, and a 5 km walk open to all ages.
The event is open to participants without license requirements, but includes categories by age groups and offers sub-elite bibs for athletes with qualifying times. It is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport with regional tourism support. The race features timed electronic chip tracking and is structured with cut-off times to ensure safety and organization.
The race route and its surroundings provide a scenic experience through Aveiro, with multiple aid stations and a supportive atmosphere. The event includes not only competitive races but also a non-competitive walk, making it inclusive for various participant profiles.
The Corrida da Liberdade Portimão is a running race taking place on April 25, 2026, in Portimão, Portugal. The event starts and finishes at the Zona Ribeirinha de Portimão.
This race is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Portimão, offering participants a scenic route along the riverside area. It is an opportunity to experience a community-focused running event in a vibrant coastal city.
The IV Triatlo de Moura 2026 is a triathlon event organized by the Municipality of Moura, with technical support from the Portuguese Triathlon Federation (FTP). The event takes place on April 26, 2026, in Moura, Portugal, and includes two distinct competitions.
The main race is the National Individual Middle Distance Triathlon Championship, exclusively for licensed athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Triathlon Federation. Alongside this championship, the event also features an Open Race in Standard Distance, open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes, with the option to compete individually or in relay teams.
The race unfolds across three segments: swimming at the Moura River Beach in the Alqueva reservoir, cycling between the river beach and the town of Moura, and running through the urban area of Moura. The event follows the official rules of the Portuguese Triathlon Federation and is part of the national competition calendar.
The I Raid BTT Braguinhas – A Pedro Braga is a leisure active mountain bike raid taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM near the football field of Padim da Graça in Braga, Portugal. The event features a single 45 km open circuit route through forest trails and rural paths across the Braga and Barcelos municipalities.
This race is open to all athletes aged 17 and above without the need for a sports license, promoting group spirit, mutual help, social interaction, and healthy sports practice. It includes categories for elite men and women, masters, sub-23, and e-bike riders, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
The event offers a festive and supportive atmosphere focused on enjoyment and community, with food and drink provided along the route and at the finish line, as well as additional services like bike washing and hot showers.
The XIII Corrida Saúde+Solidária is a running event organized by the Associação de Estudantes da Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa (AEFML) with technical support from Xistarca, taking place on April 26, 2026, at the Estádio Universitário de Lisboa. The event features three races: a 400m kids race, a 5km walk/run, and a 10km run.
The 10km and 5km races start at 10:00 and 10:05 respectively, with the kids race beginning at 9:30. The 10km race is open to participants born in 2008 or earlier, the 5km walk/run is open to all born in 2015 or earlier (with younger children allowed if accompanied by a guardian), and the kids race is for children born between 2014 and 2022.
The courses start and finish at the Estádio de Honra do Estádio Universitário de Lisboa and include urban routes through notable city areas. The event promotes health and solidarity, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users in the 5km walk/run.
The Passeio de BTT da Primavera is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Manteigas, Guarda. The event offers a 40 km route with 1050 meters of elevation gain, suitable for leisure riders.
Open to all participants, the event includes a family walk alongside the bike ride, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all ages and abilities. The route traverses public roads and paths, marked with ribbons and available via GPS.
The event concludes with a communal lunch, fostering a friendly and social environment for participants and their families.