Running
341 Races
The Figueira Ultra Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Buarcos/Figueira da Foz, Portugal. It features multiple distances: 12 km Mini Trail and Walk, 18 km Trail Sprint, 31 km Trail Long, and 47 km Ultra Trail.
The 47 km Ultra Trail is part of the National Ultra Trail Championship and the event is open to athletes meeting the Portuguese Athletics Federation competition requirements. The courses traverse the north and west slopes of Serra da Boa Viagem, including tracks, single-tracks, agricultural paths, and minimal paved roads.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with timed races, electronic chip timing, and podium awards across various age categories and team classifications.
The II BTT GPS – Cidade de Gandra – Rota do Românico – Ases dos Pedais is a mountain bike race taking place on April 5, 2026, in Gandra. This event offers a challenging route through the historic and scenic Romanesque Route.
The race is open to participants registered in the appropriate categories and is part of a series of cycling events organized by Ases dos Pedais. The course features varied terrain typical of the region, providing a unique experience for mountain biking enthusiasts.
The PR3 TÁBUA – Rota das Pontes 2026 is a running event scheduled for April 5, 2026, in Tábua, Portugal.
This road race welcomes participants without mention of license requirements or restrictions, making it accessible for runners interested in competing in the event.
The CaramuloMagicTrail® is a trail running event that takes place in an inspiring natural setting, offering participants a unique experience surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Although specific dates and distances are not detailed, the event is designed to challenge runners with varied terrain and elevation.
This race welcomes a wide range of participants, providing an inclusive atmosphere that combines the thrill of competition with the enjoyment of nature. Its festive and supportive environment makes it a memorable occasion for both elite runners and enthusiasts alike.
CaramuloMagicTrail® stands out for its connection to the natural environment and the opportunity it offers to experience trail running in a remarkable region, making it a special event in the calendar for trail running fans.
The Celticus Gravel Festival takes place between April 10 and April 12, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, with start and finish at Hotel FeelViana. Organized by FeelViana, this is a non-competitive gravel cycling event focused on adventure, autonomy, and exploration.
The event includes two route options (long and short), both following a shared segment. Participants navigate primarily using GPS, with full responsibility for route orientation, in a format that emphasizes personal challenge and the experience rather than competition.
The Ibérica Backyard Ultra Masters 2025 takes place on April 10, 2025, at 20:00, in Los Molinos, Madrid (Spain).
This second edition of the event follows the official Backyard Ultra format — an endurance challenge where participants must complete a 6.7 km loop every hour until only one runner remains.
The course features a mix of asphalt, paths, and trails with approximately 80 meters of elevation gain per loop, and is marked with reflective nighttime signage.
With 70 available slots, this event attracts some of the toughest endurance runners from Portugal and Spain. It also serves as a qualifier for the Portuguese and Spanish national teams, with the top 15 athletes from each country advancing to the Backyard Ultra World Team Championships in October 2026.
Runners can expect a welcoming yet competitive atmosphere, combining strategy, stamina, and mental resilience — a true test of endurance where there’s no finish line, only the last runner standing.
The 2nd Corrida Solidária Exide, Suanfarma e Hit is a running event taking place on April 11, 2025, at the Hit Kagome factory in Castanheira do Ribatejo. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m Kids Race.
The event is open to all participants, with the 10 km race requiring participants to be over 18 years old, and the Kids Race for children up to 12 years old. It supports the local fire department, making it a meaningful community solidarity event.
Participants will experience routes starting and finishing at the factory, with water stations along the course and a festive atmosphere including trophies for top finishers and medals for all finishers.
The Color Run David Garcia is a solidarity running event scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 15:00. It will take place at the Polidesportivo da Giesteira in São Sebastião da Giesteira, Évora.
The event offers two distances: a 13 km run and a 5 km walk, welcoming participants of different fitness levels. The total proceeds from the event will be donated entirely to support David Garcia, emphasizing its charitable nature.
The 8th edition of the Trail Running Trilho dos Dinossauros is a trail running event taking place on February 22, 2026, at Praia da Areia Branca in the municipality of Lourinhã, Portugal. This event offers multiple distances including a Long Trail (31 km), a Trail Sprint (20 km), a Mini Trail for youth (11 km), and a 10 km Walking route, all set against the stunning natural landscapes of cliffs, beaches, and historical sites.
The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above for the trail races, with the walking event allowing younger participants if accompanied by an adult. It features a wide range of age categories from Juvenile to over 70 years, and includes team competitions. The race atmosphere combines challenge and camaraderie, enhanced by surprises along the course and a family-friendly Dino Fun Zone for children with activities and entertainment.
Participants will enjoy technical courses with significant elevation gain, multiple aid stations offering liquids and solids, and facilities such as hot showers and massages. The event also includes podium awards for top finishers in each category, finisher medals, and a communal post-race lunch, making it a comprehensive race experience for elite and recreational runners alike.
The NGPS Rota Santa Cruz is a mountain bike leisure ride taking place on April 11, 2026, in Arcos de Valdevez. This event offers two routes: a long course of 62 km with 1798 meters of elevation gain and a shorter course of 45 km with 1363 meters of elevation gain.
Designed for amateur cyclists and mountain bike enthusiasts, the ride is non-competitive and fully autonomous, with navigation by GPS files and no course markings or support. Participants experience the natural landscapes and heritage of Arcos de Valdevez while respecting traffic rules and environmental care.
The event fosters a spirit of freedom, responsibility, and passion for mountain biking, emphasizing personal challenge and connection with the territory.