Running
242 Races
The VIII Trail de Elvas – Património Mundial is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Elvas, a city recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The event offers competitive races of 30 km (Trail Longo), 18 km (Trail Sprint), and 12 km (Mini Trail), as well as a non-competitive 10 km walk.
Open to participants aged 20+ for the 30 km, 18+ for the 18 km, and 16+ (with authorization) for the 12 km, the event is integrated into the District Trail Circuits of the AADP. The courses highlight the historical and cultural heritage of Elvas, passing iconic landmarks such as Forte da Graça and the Amoreira Aqueduct.
The race atmosphere combines sport and cultural appreciation, with a focus on respecting the environment and local heritage. The event includes timed competitive races and a leisure walk, welcoming a broad range of participants.
The 9th Edition of the Pinga Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal. It offers three distances: Long Trail (23 km), Short Trail (16 km), and a non-competitive Walk (10 km).
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above, with minors requiring accompaniment or authorization. The Long Trail is recommended for experienced runners, while the Short Trail suits those with regular physical activity. The race features circular routes through military paths and forts in the Vale Encantado area, promising a challenging and scenic experience.
Prizes are awarded to the top three overall and age group finishers in both male and female categories, as well as to the best teams. The atmosphere encourages personal challenge and camaraderie, with a non-competitive walk option for social participation.
The São Silvestre de Almada is a running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Almada, Portugal. It features a 10 km race starting at 18:00, followed by a 5 km race and a walking event, with a kids’ race held earlier at 17:30.
The 10 km and 5 km races are circular courses starting and finishing at Praça São João Batista. The event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for the 10 km race, and juveniles aged 16 and 17 may participate in the 5 km race. There are also races for children aged 5 to 11 years with shorter distances.
The race is organized by Clube de Atletismo Amigos do Parque da Paz and Associação Desportiva O Mundo da Corrida, supported by the Câmara Municipal de Almada and local parish councils. It offers competitive categories by age and gender, including categories for athletes with disabilities, and features a festive atmosphere with multiple race options for all ages.
The IV São Silvestre de Fafe is a running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Fafe, Portugal. It features a 10 km timed race and a 5 km recreational walk.
The 10 km race is open to all athletes aged 18 and over, with a maximum of 3000 participants, while the 5 km walk has a limit of 1000 participants. The race starts and finishes at Praça 25 de Abril, beginning at 18:00.
The event offers monetary prizes for top finishers in various age categories and includes a mid-race sprint prize at the 5 km mark. The atmosphere combines competitive racing with recreational participation.
The 62nd São Silvestre de Ponta Delgada is a running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Ponta Delgada, Azores. It features two running courses and one walking route, including a Mini-Run of 1.3 km for younger and adapted sport categories, a main race of 6.2 km for other age groups, and a 4 km walk.
The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes across multiple age categories, from children to veterans, including adapted sport participants. It offers individual and team classifications with trophies and monetary prizes for various categories.
The event has a festive atmosphere with a broad participant profile, including children, adults, and adapted sport athletes, making it inclusive and community-oriented.
The 6th São Silvestre Race and Walk of Alcochete is an amateur sports event taking place on December 12, 2026, at Largo de São João, Alcochete, Setúbal. The event features running distances of 5 km and 10 km, a 5 km walk, and two kids’ races of 700 m and 400 m for different age groups.
Participation is open to runners aged 16 and older for the races, and from 6 years old for the walk. The kids’ races are for children born in 2013 or later. The event is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Alcochete and offers a festive atmosphere with trophies awarded in various age categories for the 10 km race and overall trophies for the 5 km race.
The 3rd São Silvestre de Vila Nova de Santo André is a running and walking event scheduled for December 12, 2026, in Vila Nova de Santo André, Setúbal. It features two courses: a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, both starting and finishing at Avenida de Sines near Parque Central.
The event is open to all participants with age categories for the 10 km race, including male and female divisions from under 18 to 65-69 years. It is organized by Os Kotas in partnership with the Câmara Municipal de Santiago do Cacém and the Junta de Freguesia de Santo André.
Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere with support services including timing chips, aid stations, and post-race meals. The event promotes sports practice, gender equality, and regional traditions.
The São Silvestre Casa Benfica Almodôvar is a night urban circuit running and walking event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Almodôvar, Beja. The event offers a competitive 9.6 km race (4 laps of the urban circuit) and a non-competitive 4.8 km walk (2 laps).
The race is open to all physically fit participants, including federated and non-federated athletes, with age categories from 18 years and above. The walk is open to all interested individuals, with minors requiring authorization and adult accompaniment. The event is organized by Casa do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Almodôvar and aims to promote the sport locally with a unique and beautiful urban course.
The race features individual and team classifications with monetary prizes for top finishers and teams. The walk includes guided participation and a warm-up session before starting.
The 13th São Silvestre da Batalha is a running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Batalha, Leiria. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, open to athletes registered with any association, popular organizations, schools, or individuals.
Participants can register individually or as part of a team until December 6, 2026. The event includes various age categories from juniors to veterans, with separate classifications for men and women. There is also a youth race on the same day with multiple short-distance categories for children and teenagers.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with personalized race kits, medical support, and awards for top finishers in general and veteran categories. The event is organized by Atlético Clube Batalha in partnership with the local municipality and athletics association.
The Trail da Rabanada is a trail running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal, with start and finish at Campo de Futebol de Romariz. The event offers three distances: a 21 km long trail, a 12 km trail, and an 8 km walk.
The trail races are open to federated and non-federated athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk is open to all ages with minors required to be accompanied by an adult. The courses run through the parishes of Romariz and Escariz, providing a scenic and challenging experience.
The event is organized by Associação Bravos e Bravitas in partnership with local municipal and parish authorities, featuring competitive categories for men and women, including senior and veteran age groups, with team classifications and trophies for top finishers.