Running
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The VIII São Silvestre Baía do Seixal 2026 is a running event taking place on December 19, 2026, at Baía do Seixal. It features a 10 km race starting at 17:30, a 5 km walk starting at 17:35, and a Kids’ Run at 16:45.
The 10 km race is open to participants aged 18 and older, with age categories for men and women ranging from juniors to veterans. The walk has no age restrictions but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The event aims to promote physical exercise and community participation.
Participants will enjoy a timed race with RFID chip technology, liquid refreshment stations, and a festive atmosphere with awards for individual and team winners. All finishers receive a medal, isotonic drink, water, and fruit.
The 5th São Silvestre UFESTREMOZ is a running and walking event taking place on December 19, 2026, in Estremoz, Évora. The event features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, with the race starting at 17:00 and the walk starting five minutes later.
The race is open to participants aged 16 and older, while the walk is open to those aged 10 and above. The course runs through the streets of Estremoz, with liquid and solid refreshment points along the way. The event is organized by União das Freguesias de Estremoz (Santa Maria e Santo André) with support from the local municipality and community partners.
Participants in the 10 km race compete in various age categories with official timing and prizes for top finishers. The walk is non-competitive and does not have classification.
The 4th São Silvestre de Lourosa will take place on December 19, 2026, in Lourosa, Santa Maria da Feira. This road running event offers a 10-kilometer race and a walking option, encouraging physical activity among participants.
The event is open to the public and aims to promote health and community engagement through running and walking. It is organized by Lourosa em Movimento, JF Lourosa, and CM Santa Maria da Feira, fostering a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
The Corvus Trail Branco Gaspar 2026 is a trail running event taking place on December 19, 2026, in Abrançalha de Baixo, Abrantes. It offers multiple race distances including a 31 km Long Trail, 18 km Short Trail, 10 km Mini Trail, a 1 km Trail Kids race, and a 10 km walk.
The event is certified by the Associação de Atletismo de Santarém and recognized by ITRA and UTMB World Series, integrating the Circuito de Trail do Ribatejo. It is open to participants aged 18+ for the Long Trail, 16+ for the Short and Mini Trails, and children aged 5-15 for the Trail Kids, with the walk open to all ages.
The race routes traverse natural trails, agricultural paths, forest roads, and water lines, offering varying technical and altitude challenges suitable for different experience levels. The event includes competitive classifications and prizes, as well as a non-competitive kids race and a health-promoting walk, creating a diverse and inclusive atmosphere.
The CENTRAUTO São Silvestre da Camarneira 2026 is a road running event taking place on December 19, 2026, organized by Clube Desportivo da Camarneira in partnership with local authorities. It includes a 10 km race certified by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and internationally by World Athletics, as well as a 5 km walk called PNEUBOX Caminhada.
The event features multiple age categories for men and women, including juniors, seniors, and veterans, and incorporates the 2026/2027 ADAC District Road Championship for the 10 km distance. The race offers monetary prizes for top finishers and medals for all finishers, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
The event also includes a social dinner and awards a prize for the largest team, fostering community spirit. The walk is open to all ages, making the event accessible to a wide range of participants.
The Carcavelos Xmas Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 20, 2026, in Carcavelos de Lousa, Loures. It features three race options: Trail Curto (19 km), Mini Trail (13 km), and a 10 km Caminhada (walk).
Open to all participants aged 16 and over, the event promotes tourism and environmental awareness in the region while encouraging sport in natural settings. The race includes chip timing and offers finisher prizes, with a maximum of 300 participants across all distances.
The course runs through natural trails and public roads, requiring physical and mental preparedness for varied terrain and weather conditions. The event atmosphere is competitive with age categories and team prizes, fostering community and sporting spirit.
The XV Amarante Christmas Trail takes place on 20 December 2026 in Amarante, bringing together three distances through the trails and paths of the municipality: a 30 km Long Trail, a 15 km Trail Sprint and a 12 km recreational walk.
The 30 km and 15 km races are competitive and use electronic chip timing, while the 12 km walk is non-competitive and may be completed either walking or running. The Trail Sprint is also part of the Porto Trail Series and counts towards the district Trail Mini circuit.
Registration includes a T-shirt, race bib, personal accident insurance, aid stations, transport to the starting locations, post-race showers, a finisher prize and free access to photographs made available by the organisation.
The 2nd São Silvestre de Leiria is a running event taking place on December 20, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, both starting and finishing at Avenida Bernardo Pimenta.
The 10 km race is open to federated and non-federated athletes aged Sub-20 or older, while the walk is open to the general public. The race includes competitive categories by age groups according to FPA regulations and offers a lively and inclusive atmosphere for participants of various levels.
The event also includes a mid-race sprint classification called Meta Volante with prizes, and the race day features a structured schedule with kit pickup and a finisher’s kit including a medal and other items.
The São Silvestre “Vila Madeiro” is a running event taking place on December 23, 2026, in Penamacor, Portugal. It features multiple races including an 8.6 km main race, a 1.609 km race, and shorter distances for children and youth categories.
The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all ages and genders, with categories ranging from very young children born in 2019 or later to veterans over 55 years old. It combines sport with local tradition, coinciding with the lighting of the largest bonfire in Portugal at midnight.
Participants can enjoy a festive atmosphere in the heart of Penamacor, with awards for individual and team performances, including special trophies for local residents and the largest finishing team. The event also includes races for children, making it inclusive for all ages.
The São Silvestre de Famalicão is a festive running event held on December 23, 2026, in Vila Nova de Famalicão. It features a 10 km race and a 4 km non-competitive walk, both starting and finishing at the Câmara Municipal de Vila Nova de Famalicão.
The 10 km race is open to federated and non-federated athletes born in 2008 or earlier, while the 4 km walk welcomes participants of all ages. The event is one of the most emblematic races in the Minho sports calendar, attracting thousands of athletes and enthusiasts to celebrate sport and end the year actively.