Running
301 Races
The Taça Oeste XCM BTT 2026 is an amateur mountain bike marathon series organized by MR3eventus, taking place in Vimeiro-Lourinhã, Lisboa, with the first stage on October 4, 2026, starting at 09:00. The event features two distances: a Marathon of approximately 60 km and a Half Marathon of approximately 40 km, both on rural roads and trails.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, with special provisions for under-18s with parental authorization. E-Bikes are allowed but only classified in the Marathon category. The competition includes multiple age categories for men and women, with a points system across four stages for overall classification.
The routes are marked with lime and red arrows, and participants must comply with traffic rules as the courses are open to other vehicles. The event emphasizes safety, mandatory helmet use, and adherence to regulations, creating a competitive yet amateur-friendly atmosphere.
The Trail Vale de Rans is a trail running event taking place on October 4, 2026, in Rans, Penafiel, Portugal. The event features three races: a Trail of approximately 16 km, a Mini Trail of approximately 10 km, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The Trail is open to adults only, the Mini Trail to participants aged 16 and over, and the walk is open to minors if accompanied by an adult. The race is held on trails and paths in the Rans parish, with a focus on mountain autonomy and physical preparedness.
The event is organized by Gang da Pedra—Associação de Atividades Desportivas and includes individual and team categories with prizes for top finishers. The race atmosphere is competitive with strict rules on conduct and race procedures.
The 36th Meia Maratona Cidade de Ovar will take place on October 4, 2026, in Ovar, Portugal. This road running event features a half marathon distance of 21.0975 km, along with a 10 km competitive race, a non-competitive walk, and a free mini-marathon for children aged 7 to 14.
The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with foreign athletes allowed by invitation. It is part of the official national road race calendar and the World Athletics Global Calendar, and included in the Circuito Estrelas de Portugal series.
The race offers certified courses with official timing and classifications, supported by medical teams and security forces, and provides facilities such as showers for participants after the race.
The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series organized by the Municipality of Alenquer, taking place across multiple dates and locations in 2026. The event includes nine independent races held in various parishes within Alenquer, with the final race scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Cabanas do Chão.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt roads and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, with categories for men, women, and e-bikes across different age groups.
This series promotes mountain biking in the region, offering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with individual race trophies and an overall trophy for the best cumulative performance across the series.
The II Trail das Vindimas takes place on October 4, 2026, in Jerumelo, Mafra, Lisbon District. Organized by Clube de Futebol do Jerumelo, the event offers three routes through the natural landscapes surrounding the region: a Long Trail, a Short Trail and a Hiking Route.
Starting and finishing at the Clube de Futebol do Jerumelo headquarters, the event aims to promote local tourism, environmental awareness and outdoor sports. The Long Trail is also part of the Lisbon Athletics Association Trail Circuit.
Participants will experience rural trails, natural landscapes and the vineyards surrounding Jerumelo, in a trail running event designed for both competitive athletes and recreational participants.
The Rota Coração da Ria is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on October 4, 2026, in Murtosa, Portugal. The race features a single approximately 50 km route that highlights the unique amphibious landscape along the ria, including forest trails and cultivated fields.
Participation is open to all riders aged 16 and above, including those on mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and e-bikes. The event starts at 09:30 from Parque da Saldida-Murtosa, with a maximum completion time of 4 hours.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with well-marked trails, three aid stations, and prizes awarded to the top finishers by gender and age categories, including a separate classification for e-bike riders.
The 6th BTT Rota do Pão - Vila Cova à Coelheira is a mountain bike event scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Vila Cova à Coelheira, Vila Nova de Paiva, Portugal. The race starts at 09:00 from Estádio Dinis de Carvalho and finishes at the same location.
There are three routes available: a 25 km recreational ride with low technical and physical difficulty, a 45 km half marathon with medium difficulty, and a 60 km marathon with medium/high difficulty. The event includes competitive races that count towards the Beira Alta XCM Cup rankings and a non-competitive recreational ride.
The event is open to participants aged 15 to 75, with younger riders (15-17) limited to the shorter routes. The 60 km competitive routes require a valid cycling federation license. The race offers a mix of competition, leisure, nature contact, and regional promotion, with trophies and medals awarded to top finishers in each category.
The TMZ - Trail Mãos do Zêzere is a trail running event scheduled for October 4, 2026, in the municipality of Tomar, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 13 km minitrail and a 22 km trail, along with a 13 km walk.
Participation in the competitive races is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult tutor. The event takes place in the natural setting between the Serra d’Aire and Serra da Lousã, offering scenic trails with views over the Castelo do Bode reservoir.
The race includes significant elevation gains (1000m for the 22 km trail and 350m for the 13 km minitrail) and promotes sustainability by minimizing environmental impact and encouraging responsible practices among participants.
The Trilho dos Arneiros 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 4, 2026, in Vila Nova da Rainha, Azambuja. It features three race options: a 21 km Trail, a 12 km Mini Trail, and an 8 km Walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the Trail, 16 and over for the Mini Trail, and the Walk is open to minors under 16 if accompanied by an adult. It is part of the Circuito do Torricado – Azambuja Trail Running series.
The course runs through forest trails and paths with marked routes and organizational support. The race offers a competitive atmosphere with age categories and prizes for top finishers, including medals for all participants.
The IV Trail 'por terras da Baronia' is a trail running event taking place on October 5, 2026, in Vila Nova da Baronia, Alvito, Portugal. It features competitive distances of approximately 17 km and 31 km, as well as a 14 km walking route.
The event is open to all participants, federated or not, with age categories for men and women ranging from 18 years and above. Minors under 18 may only participate in the walking route. The race is part of the Baixo Alentejo 2027 Trail and Trail-Sprint Circuits.
The course is characterized by medium to high difficulty, mostly on dirt roads, offering a natural setting that attracts regular, moderate, and beginner runners. The event includes a convivial lunch with prize ceremonies and a raffle for finishers.