Running
270 Races
The 14th X-Mas Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 5, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 19 km Trail Sprint with medium difficulty and moderate elevation gain, and a 12 km Mini-Trail suitable for beginners. Additionally, there is a non-competitive walk along parts of the Mini-Trail route.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail Sprint, and 16 and over for the Mini-Trail, with legal guardians required to sign for minors. The walk is open to all ages if accompanied. The race offers a festive atmosphere with a route connecting Soutocico to the heart of Leiria, finishing near Jardim Camões.
Participants can enjoy a challenging night trail experience with support stations, safety measures, and post-race facilities including showers. The event promotes camaraderie, adventure, and respect for nature during the holiday season.
The São Silvestre de Vila Real de Sto. António - Monte Gordo 2026 is a road running event taking place on December 5, 2026, in Vila Real de Santo António, Portugal. The event includes a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and youth races, all held on homologated courses following World Athletics guidelines.
Registration is mandatory and open to all, with free entry for youth categories. The event supports local volunteer firefighters through a solidarity walk. It offers a festive atmosphere with multiple age categories and prizes for top finishers, including trophies and special awards.
The race routes feature urban coastal landscapes with accessible facilities such as changing rooms and portable toilets. The event also includes a prize ceremony and a kit for participants, making it a well-organized community sporting occasion.
The 2nd Corrida/Caminhada Sal Silvestre is a night running and walking event taking place on December 5, 2026, at Parque Urbano 25 de Abril in Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal. The event offers a 10 km run and a 5 km walk, open to participants aged 16 and older.
The course runs through the streets of Alcácer do Sal, including the Rio Sado area, the castle, and Christmas decorations, with a mostly flat profile and moderate elevation gain. The event is organized by the Social Services of the Alcácer do Sal City Council and promotes healthy habits among its members and other athletes.
The race features electronic chip timing, intermediate hydration at 5 km, and awards finisher medals for runners and trophies for top finishers in each category. The walk is non-competitive and does not award medals or trophies.
The 1st Trail Trilhos da Lagoa de Obidos is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Lagoa de Óbidos. It offers a competitive experience on natural trails with distances of approximately 22 km for the Trail Curto and 12 km for the Mini Trail, as well as a non-competitive 8 km walk promoting healthy habits.
The Trail Curto is a medium difficulty race requiring careful physical and mental preparation, while the Mini Trail is suitable for beginners with lower technical and elevation challenges. Both competitive races include individual and age group classifications with prizes for top finishers.
The event highlights the natural and agricultural landscapes of the Óbidos region, aiming to promote local territory and culture through its routes.
The XX Edition Maratona BTT Canha is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Canha, Setúbal. It offers two distances: a 60 km marathon for experienced riders and a 35 km half marathon for those seeking a more relaxed ride.
The event welcomes all types of mountain bikes, including e-bikes, with separate general classifications for e-bike categories. It is a leisure-focused event, not part of any competitive championship or series, emphasizing enjoyment of nature trails and promoting the region.
Participants range from youth to veterans, with categories for men and women, and the race atmosphere is recreational and community-oriented, with support and amenities such as refreshments, showers, and bike washing.
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 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 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.