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View eventBook on RaceFinderALVELOS AT NIGHT 2026
Alvelos à Noite 2026 is a night running and walking event taking place on August 1, 2026, in Alvelos, Barcelos. The event features a 10 km run and a 10 km walk on a marked course through the parish of Alvelos, including some rugged trails and natural obstacles.
The race is open to all participants born in 2009 or earlier, with no distinction of nationality or gender, and does not require a license. It is part of the local community celebrations for the "Dia da Freguesia 2026" of Alvelos, supported by local institutions and companies.
The event offers a unique nighttime experience on trails with natural challenges, promoting a festive and community atmosphere. Both the run and walk start and finish at the Adro da Igreja Paroquial de Alvelos, with awards for the top three male and female runners.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderTRAIL CAIS AGOSTO
The Trail Cais Agosto is a trail running event taking place on August 1, 2026, on Pico Island in the Azores, Portugal. It features two competitive distances, 25 km and 12 km, as well as a 12 km walking route, all starting and finishing at Praceta dos Baleeiros.
The event is open to participants of all nationalities and competitive levels, with a minimum age of 18 for the 25 km race and no minimum age for the 12 km race and walk, provided minors have appropriate physical conditions and authorization. The race is part of the Festa Cais Agosto 2026 program.
The courses traverse coastal trails, rural paths, forest roads, and some paved sections, showcasing the natural beauty and environmental interest of the region. The atmosphere is community-oriented, integrated with local festivities.
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View event6th Meeting Águas da Goma
The VI Meeting Águas Abertas da Goma is an open water swimming event scheduled for August 1, 2026, at Barragem das Andorinhas in Sobradelo da Goma, Póvoa de Lanhoso, Portugal. This challenging competition attracts some of the best national athletes and amateurs determined to push their limits.
The event offers distances of 500m, 1500m, and 3000m, with the 3000m race being part of the 2026 National Open Water Circuit. Participation is open to swimmers aged 14 and older, including federated athletes and amateurs, with a special 3000m race allowing neoprene wetsuits and GPS watches but not counting for the national circuit.
The venue is a pristine natural reservoir in a scarcely explored area of Minho, providing a unique and scenic setting for the competition.
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View eventTriathlon de Moimenta da Beira
The Triatlo de Moimenta da Beira is a road triathlon event held on August 1-2, 2026, in Moimenta da Beira, Portugal. It features multiple races including the Campeonato Norte Jovem, Campeonato Norte Absoluto, and open races with distances adapted for youth and standard and sprint distances for adults.
The event welcomes licensed and non-licensed athletes across various age groups, from young categories born as recently as 2019 to masters born as early as 1927. It includes individual and relay formats in triathlon and duathlon sprint distances.
Races take place around the Albufeira do Vilar area with courses on mixed asphalt and dirt roads, offering a low difficulty profile. The event fosters competitive spirit with classifications by age, gender, teams, and relays, and awards trophies for individual and collective performances.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderMilhos Trail Walk
The Caminhada Trail dos Milhos is a non-competitive trail walking event taking place on August 1, 2026, in Benafim, Faro. It offers three trail distances of 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, showcasing hidden parts of the Algarve interior with routes mainly on earth, paths, and streams, avoiding asphalt.
The event is open to all participants and emphasizes a spirit of enjoyment and respect for nature rather than competition. The start and finish are at the Centro Comunitário de Benafim, with routes passing notable landmarks such as Fonte de Alte and Cascata do Vigário.
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View eventVI Goma Open Water Meeting
The VI Goma Open Water Meeting takes place on August 1, 2026, at Barragem das Andorinhas, in Sobradelo da Goma (Póvoa de Lanhoso). The event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in reservoir conditions, the competition includes a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, as well as 1500m and 400m promotional distances. The stage contributes to the national ranking standings.
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View eventDUNAS DE CALVÃO – ROAD RUN
The Dunas de Calvão – Road Run 2026 is a road running event taking place on August 2, 2026, at Parque da Lagoa de Calvão in Calvão, Vagos. It features a competitive 10 km race and a non-competitive 6.5 km walk, offering options for different fitness levels and interests.
Open to both federated and non-federated athletes aged 18 and over for the race, and open to all ages for the walk, the event promotes physical activity, community engagement, and local identity as part of the 93rd anniversary celebrations of the Calvão parish. The race course is mostly on roads with low traffic, combining urban areas and scenic surroundings near the lagoon.
The event fosters a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging participation from experienced runners, casual joggers, and community members seeking a pleasant morning experience together.
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View eventFormiga Trail
The Trail da Formiga is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in Louro – Vila Nova de Famalicão. The main race covers a 16 km distance through rural trails and paths in the municipality.
Open to various age categories for both men and women, from 18 to 90 years old, the event also includes a non-timed 10 km walk for participants aged 2 to 90. Organized by Associação BTT 9:15 Louro, it offers a recreational and sporting experience in a scenic rural setting.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderCamacha Trail
The Camacha Trail is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in the parish of Camacha, Santa Cruz, Madeira. It features three circular races: the Long Trail (26 km, 1400 m elevation gain), the Sprint Trail (15 km, 612 m elevation gain), and the Youth Trail (9 km, 461 m elevation gain).
The event is part of the Regional Trail Madeira Circuit 2025/2026 organized by AARAM. The races are open to various age categories, with minimum ages of 20 for the Long Trail, 18 for the Sprint, and youth categories for the Youth Trail. The Youth Trail also serves as the regional championship for young trail runners.
The courses start and finish at Largo Conselheiro Aires de Ornelas in Camacha and offer challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes. The event promotes respect for nature and fair play, with a festive atmosphere including a communal lunch and awards ceremony.
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View event10th Trail Rota dos Espigueiros
The 10th Edition of the Trail Rota dos Espigueiros is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in Caparrosinha, Silvares, Tondela, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 31 km with 1100m elevation gain, a 22 km trail with 750m elevation gain, a Short Trail of 15 km with 500m elevation gain, a Kids Trail, and a Cultural Walk of 8 km.
The Long Trail, 22K Trail, and Short Trail are part of the National Trail Running Circuit in the Trail, Sprint, and Youth categories respectively. The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longer distances, 16+ for the short trail, and 5+ for the Kids Trail, with a maximum age limit of 75 years. The course offers a mix of forest, mountain, and rural landscapes with technical sections, river crossings, and forest trails, providing a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes competitive individual and team classifications with prize money and trophies, as well as a family-friendly atmosphere with a cultural walk and kids' race, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.
