Running
354 Races
The 2nd Trail and Walk – OS LOBOS is a trail running and walking event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Graça do Divor, Évora. The event features a 15 km trail run and a 10 km walk, both starting and finishing at the local football field.
The trail run is open to athletes aged 16 and over, while the walk has no minimum age but minors must be accompanied by an adult. The race offers various age categories for competitive runners and includes monetary prizes and team classifications, creating a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere.
Participants will experience natural trail routes marked with ribbons and supported by the local municipality, with aid stations at multiple points. The event also provides post-race facilities such as showers at the sports club near the finish line.
The Tavira Granfondo 2026 is a cycling event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Tavira, Portugal. It features two distances: Granfondo of approximately 130 km and Mediofondo of approximately 80 km.
The event is open to all participants meeting the requirements, including licensed competitive athletes, federated cyclists under the Cycling for All category, and non-federated athletes of Portuguese or foreign nationality. Minimum ages are 19 years for Granfondo and 17 years for Mediofondo.
This Granfondo event is recreational, tourist, cultural, and social in nature, integrated into the municipal physical activity program of Tavira. It is organized under the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation and follows the Highway Code, with a non-federated competitive character.
The 4th edition of A Encosta is a trail running event with obstacles, taking place on September 27, 2026, in Alcobaça, Portugal. The race features a single lap of approximately 10 km through mixed trail and urban terrain, including various challenges along the route.
Participants compete in pairs connected by a device on one upper limb, which must not be removed during the race. There are two competitive categories: A Encosta – Corrida em Duplas (competitive with penalties) and A Encosta – Corrida em Duplas Fun (non-penalized, with indicative timing). Additionally, there is a non-competitive 8 km walk passing through the challenge points.
The event starts and finishes at the Alcobaça Castle, with staggered starts in boxes of four teams every two minutes. It offers a unique combination of trail running, teamwork, and obstacle challenges in a historic urban setting.
Trail Vale do Ceira 2026 takes place on September 27, 2026, in Ceira, Coimbra, offering runners the opportunity to explore the valleys, forests and mountain trails surrounding the Ceira River.
Organized by the Junta de Freguesia de Ceira and CPT Sobral de Ceira, the event features a challenging 31 km Trail, a faster 17 km Trail Sprint and a non-competitive walk. The courses cross natural trails, forest roads, water lines, rural paths and small sections of asphalt, providing a diverse and authentic trail running experience.
Designed for athletes seeking both competition and adventure, Trail Vale do Ceira combines demanding terrain, scenic landscapes and strong community support in one of the most beautiful trail-running areas around Coimbra.
The XXXVI Templars Open Water Crossing takes place on September 27, 2026, at Praia Fluvial de Vila Nova, in Tomar. The event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in river conditions on the River Nabão, the competition features a 5000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1500m and 400m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking standings and is one of the longest-running open water events in Portugal.
The Coutos Natura Challenge 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for September 27, 2026, in the Viseu district of Portugal, covering the parishes of Coutos de Viseu, Bodiosa, São Miguel do Mato, and Ribafeita. It offers four race options: a 30 km long trail, a 20 km short trail, a 10 km mini trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the competitive trails, with the mini trail open to those 13 and older, and the walk open to participants aged 4 and above with parental authorization. The race emphasizes ecological responsibility and cultural promotion of the region, featuring technical, wild, and challenging trails with granite formations, water crossings, and potentially muddy sections.
The event includes a festive atmosphere with a warm reception, speaker, abundant and warm aid stations, photographers, a large audience, and a final communal lunch, making it a celebration of trail running and community.
Trail Santa Justa 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Valongo, Portugal. The event features three competitive distances: 31 km, 15 km, and 10 km, with the 10 km distance available for running or walking.
The 31 km long trail has a positive elevation gain of 1500m and is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuit, while the 15 km trail with 850m elevation gain is part of the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit. The 10 km route has a 300m positive elevation gain. All races are open to participants aged 18 and over.
The race starts and finishes near the Igreja de Santa Justa and offers a challenging mountain trail experience with strict time limits and mandatory equipment for safety. The event includes individual and team classifications with age categories and awards.
The Rota do Penedo dos Mouros is a mountain bike (BTT) event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Quinchães, Fafe, Braga. The event features a non-competitive 40 km ride suitable for cycling enthusiasts aged 16 and older.
Organized by União Desportiva Amigos da Roda de Quinchães, the start and finish are at the UDAR Quinchães headquarters. The event emphasizes a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere with no timing or ranking.
The 11th Bimbo Global Race takes place on September 27, 2026, in Belém, Lisbon, bringing together runners, families and communities in one of the world’s largest global running events.
Organized in Portugal by Xistarca, the event combines competition, health and social impact, promoting healthy lifestyles and solidarity through multiple race formats suitable for all ages and experience levels.
Set against the riverside scenery of Belém, the event includes a 10 km race, a 5 km mini-race, a 5 km walk and several Kids Race distances, creating a festive and inclusive atmosphere focused on movement, community and positive impact.
The Sines Triathlon 2026 is a triathlon event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Sines, Portugal. It features a challenging 100 km course consisting of 2 km swimming in the Bay of Sines, 80 km cycling over three laps, and an 18 km running segment composed of three 6 km laps.
This event is open to athletes aged 18 and over and is part of the HMS Triathlon Series, which also includes the Setúbal Triathlon. The race offers a unique experience with its scenic coastal setting and a rolling start system designed to enhance safety and performance during the swim.
In addition to individual competition, there is a relay category allowing teams of two or three members to compete, making the event inclusive and dynamic. The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, supported by the local municipality and organized by HMS Sports.