Running
301 Races
The Lusco Fusco 5.0 is a nighttime mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 26, 2026, in Viseu, Portugal. The event features a closed circuit of approximately 7 km per lap, with participants choosing to complete distances of 20 km, 30 km, or 40 km.
Open to all athletes aged 16 and over, including those with electric mountain bikes (E-Bikes), this race promotes fair play, mutual support, and unity among riders. It offers a challenging and adrenaline-filled experience in a vibrant outdoor atmosphere in the heart of Viseu.
The II Resistência BTT - Vila Chã is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 26, 2026, in Vila Chã, Fornos de Algodres, Guarda. The event features a 4 km circuit combining urban and trail sections, closed to motor vehicles except for organizational use in emergencies.
Open to all participants aged 15 and above, both federated and non-federated, with categories for cadets, juniors, elites, masters, and e-bikes. The race includes 1-hour, 2-hour, and 3-hour endurance formats, with e-bikes competing only in the 3-hour race but classified separately.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers overall and by category, including fastest lap and largest team awards. It is supported by local authorities and cycling federations, ensuring a well-organized and safe competition.
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 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 dos Arrozais 2026 takes place on September 27, 2026, in Paradela, Águeda, offering a trail running experience through rice fields, forest trails and natural landscapes in the Cértima River valley.
Organized by Sport Clube Paradela Trail/Run Section, the event combines technical trails, rural scenery and fast sections along the iconic arrozais of Recardães and Espinhel, creating a varied and dynamic course environment for trail runners of different levels.
The event includes a Trail Longo, Trail Curto, Mini-Trail, recreational walk and Trail Kids race, and is integrated into the Troféu Trail Terras de Águeda circuit, while also holding FPA certification.
The 2nd Corrida para Todos is a solidarity running and walking event promoting inclusion through sport. It will take place on September 27, 2026, in São Brás de Alportel, starting and finishing at CMR Sul.
Participants can choose from three distances: an inclusive 2 km walk accessible to all ages and fitness levels, a 5 km run open to runners of all levels, and a new 10 km run consisting of two laps of the 5 km circuit for a greater challenge. The event encourages participation and community spirit without official rankings or prizes.
The race fosters an atmosphere of inclusion and equality, welcoming people with and without disabilities to share the experience in a supportive environment.
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.
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 Trilhos Montanhosos do Ave, Ponte 2026 is a mountain biking and solidarity walking event taking place on September 27, 2026, at Parque de Lazer de Ponte, Guimarães, Braga. The event offers a 36 km mountain bike trail with an optional shortcut reducing the distance to 30 km, and a 10 km walking route along the Rio Ave.
The mountain bike ride is open to participants aged 15 and older, while the walking route is accessible to various age groups. The event is organized by ARCAP with local support and emphasizes recreational and leisure participation. The bike route features rural and mountainous trails, while the walking route follows pedestrian paths and riverside trails.
Participants will enjoy marked routes, nutritional support, entertainment along the course, and a festive atmosphere with music and theatrical animation at the finish area. The event also includes a lunch option and facilities such as bike washing and showers.
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.