Running
400 Races
The Corrida 40 anos Xistarca is a running event celebrating the 40th anniversary of Xistarca, taking place on May 9, 2026, at Parque Verde in Carnide. The event features multiple activities including a Kids Race for children up to 12 years old, a 5 km cycling event, a 5 km run, a 5 km walk, and a 5 km + 5 km relay race.
The races are open to all participants with age restrictions: the 5 km run and relay are for those over 18 years old, the walk is open to all ages, and the Kids Race is for children up to 12 years old. Registration is free but limited to 1500 participants. The event honors the history and values of Xistarca, promoting sport and physical activity across generations.
Participants will experience a festive atmosphere celebrating effort, passion for sport, and community spirit, with awards for top finishers and teams.
The Trilhos da Nexebra Trail – TNT® 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for May 9-10, 2026, in Ansião, Portugal. This event offers multiple distances, catering to various skill levels and preferences among trail runners.
Open to all participants without the need for a license, the trail features unique and scenic landscapes in the region, providing a challenging yet inspiring environment. The event atmosphere is vibrant and inclusive, designed to welcome both competitive runners and families.
Alongside the individual races, the TNT® includes team and relay formats, as well as additional parallel events for younger runners, making it a comprehensive trail running festival.
The V Duatlo Jovem do Lusitano is a youth duathlon event taking place on May 9, 2026, in Manta Rota, Vila Nova da Cacela, Portugal. It features distances adapted to young age groups born between 2009 and 2019, making it accessible to a wide range of young athletes.
This event is part of the Algarve and Baixo Alentejo Youth Championship (5th stage) and is organized by Lusitano Triatlo Clube with support from the Vila Real de Santo António municipality and the Portuguese Triathlon Federation. The race courses include flat running segments on asphalt, paved pedestrian zones, and wooden boardwalks parallel to the beach, as well as flat cycling segments on asphalt and paved roads.
The competition is structured by age categories with specific distances for running and cycling, fostering a competitive yet supportive environment for youth athletes. The event includes individual and team classifications, with trophies awarded to top finishers in each category.
Sunset Trail is a trail running and walking event taking place on May 9, 2026, at Herdade do Freixo do Meio in Foros de Vale Figueira, Évora. The event offers three distances: a long trail of approximately 18 km, a short trail of 12 km, and a 6 km walk.
The trails are designed for different levels of runners: the 18 km trail is for experienced runners aged 18 and over, the 12 km trail for active runners aged 16 and over, and the 6 km walk is open to all without competitive character. The courses traverse the Montado Alentejano landscape, providing varied terrain and natural beauty.
The event promotes personal challenge and a healthy lifestyle, with a festive atmosphere including a communal dinner after the race. Awards are given for top finishers in the trail races, and all finishers receive a finisher prize.
The 22nd Milha Urbana Cidade de Ovar is a road running race held on May 9, 2026, in Ovar, Portugal. The event features a standard one-mile distance (1609 meters) with additional shorter races for younger categories.
Open to all athletes, including federated and recreational runners, the race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including adapted categories. The race is organized by Habitovar – Cooperativa, C.R.L., with support from local athletics associations and authorities.
The course is flat, asphalted, and fully closed to traffic, providing a safe and fast urban environment. The event includes multiple age categories and adapted races, creating a festive and inclusive atmosphere with awards and prizes for individual and team performances.
The Rio de Mouro Cross Run, part of the 11th Grande Prémio Carlos Correia and the Troféu Sintra a Correr series, is a running event held in Sintra, Portugal. It takes place on May 9, 2026, promoting healthy habits and regular physical activity.
This event is one of 11 races in the series held between March and June, encouraging community engagement and sports participation. It is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Sintra and welcomes runners aiming to compete in a cross-country format.
The 12th Trilho das Lampas takes place on May 9, 2026, in São João das Lampas, Sintra, Portugal. Organized by the Grupo de Dinamização Desportiva in partnership with the Sociedade Recreativa, Desportiva e Familiar de S. João das Lampas, this trail running event takes place in the natural surroundings of the Ribeira da Samarra basin, partly within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
The event includes a Trail Long (20 km), a Trail Short (13 km) and a non-competitive Walk (13 km). The courses feature mixed terrain with elevation gain, combining natural trails and varied surfaces typical of the region.
The Inter Regional Meeting of MTB Schools – Zone B is a competitive mountain bike event taking place on May 9, 2026, in Porto de Mós, Portugal. It features categories for young athletes from sub-7 to sub-15, with distances ranging from skill and sprint races to line races of 2 to 10 km depending on age group.
Participation requires a valid competition license from the Portuguese Cycling Federation. The event is part of the national calendar and supervised by the Santarém Cycling Association, offering individual and school team classifications with prizes for top performers.
The race is held in the festive setting of the São Pedro Festival grounds, providing a structured and safe environment for young cyclists to compete and develop their skills.
The VII Edition of the Zumub 24h Run Mem Martins – Sintra is a long-duration endurance running event that will take place on May 9 and 10, 2026, in Mem Martins, Sintra. The event features multiple race options including 24-hour, 12-hour, and 3-hour races, as well as a Night Marathon, all held on a certified closed-loop circuit of 1,609.34 meters.
Open to individual athletes and teams (for the 24-hour race), this competition welcomes both federated and non-federated runners aged 18 and above. The courses offer a unique combination of asphalt, dirt, and wooden boardwalk surfaces within the scenic Parque da Bacia de Retenção de Águas do Algueirão, creating a distinct and varied terrain for participants.
With a festive and challenging atmosphere, the event also includes team competitions and awards for top finishers, making it ideal for endurance athletes seeking to push their limits in a well-organized and supportive environment.
The 2nd Trail Guerreiros do Mira is a trail running and walking event taking place on May 9, 2026, in Vila Nova de Milfontes, Beja. The event offers a 15 km trail running race and an 8 km walking route along coastal paths and trails.
The trail race is open to athletes aged 16 and older, including both federated and non-federated participants, with individual and team classifications by age and gender categories. The walking event has no age limit but requires minors to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The race features a single-stage format with a 3-hour time limit, one aid station with solid and liquid supplies, and mandatory bib visibility. The event promotes respect for nature and sportsmanship, with awards for top finishers and teams, as well as recognition for the youngest and oldest walking participants.