Running
242 Races
The RFM Performance MANZ Games in Aveiro is a unique fitness event combining running and functional resistance exercises, taking place on November 7-8, 2026. The competition features a circuit of seven functional training stations, each preceded by a 600-meter run, totaling 4.2 km of running and seven different exercises.
Participants can compete individually, in male, female, or mixed pair. The event is inclusive and accessible to athletes of various fitness backgrounds and ages, with age groups from 16 to 56+ years. It offers a competitive atmosphere with rankings and prizes for top finishers in each category and age group.
The event is organized with electronic timing and includes a detailed system of penalties and judges to ensure fair play and correct execution of exercises. It promises a challenging and dynamic experience for fitness enthusiasts.
The V Caminhada Trail da Salamandra is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Benafim Penina, Faro, Portugal. It offers three distances: 5 km, 10 km, and 16 km, held predominantly on trails within the Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena and surrounding rural paths.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with those aged 14 and above allowed to participate in the walking event with a signed responsibility waiver. It aims to promote sports activity in the region and is supported by local municipalities and communities.
The race atmosphere emphasizes respect for the natural environment and fair play, with no official timing or classifications. Solid and liquid aid stations are provided along the course.
The III Mini-Trail Quinta de Santoínho takes place on 8 November 2026 in Darque, Viana do Castelo. Organised by Associação Trilhos de Viana with the support of the Municipality of Viana do Castelo, the event follows an 11 km route through the trails and paths of Monte Galeão.
The Mini-Trail starts at 10:00 from Quinta de Santoínho, where the finish line is also located. The event has no fixed time barriers, with sweep runners following the field to close the course.
Timing is carried out using an electronic chip, which participants must validate at the designated control points. The organisation may also use surprise checkpoints. The event is organised in semi-autonomy, with refreshments provided at the finish, so athletes should carry enough food and liquids to meet their needs during the course.
Registration includes a race bib, personal accident insurance, finisher medal, safety and rescue services, finish-line refreshments and access to post-race showers.
The 3rd São Martinho Run and Walk is a road running and walking event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Fajã Grande, Azores. It offers multiple circular race distances starting and finishing at Casa do Povo de Fajã Grande.
Distances include a 500m Kids Run, 1500m for Benjamins, 2500m for Infantis/Iniciados and the walk, 5000m for several female and male veteran and senior categories, and 7500m for male Juvenis/Juniores and Seniores. The event welcomes participants of all ages with specific age categories and requires minors to be accompanied during the walk.
Organized by Atlético Clube Fajã Grande, the event promotes sport and healthy social interaction with a festive atmosphere. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each category, and all finishers receive a finisher prize.
The Mini and Half Marathon of Abrantes is a running event taking place on November 8, 2026, at TagusValley – Parque de Ciência e Tecnologia in Abrantes, Portugal. It offers distances of 10,000 meters (Mini Marathon), 21,097.5 meters (Half Marathon), an 8 km walk, and youth races for various age groups.
Open to all individuals born before 2007 for the Mini and Half Marathon, and to youth born between 2009 and 2019 for the youth races. The walk is open to all ages. The courses are certified by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and include urban and rural routes starting and finishing at TagusValley.
The event features individual and team classifications, with prizes including monetary awards for the top finishers in the Half Marathon and trophies for top teams and age groups. The atmosphere is competitive with a community spirit, including a walk and youth races.
Tech Run Lisboa 2026 is a unique running event taking place on November 8, 2026, at the Unicorn Factory in Lisbon’s Beato Innovation District. This event features 30-minute races on a closed 400-meter track where participants compete to cover the greatest distance within the time limit.
The race is divided into three heats based on running pace: Social, Challenge, and Performance, accommodating approximately 200 runners each. It is open to men and women aged 18 and over, including athletes with disabilities, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants.
Following the races, a post-race party at Casa Capitão offers a festive atmosphere for networking and celebration, connecting the innovation and technology ecosystem with the running community.
The 27th Passeio Chaparros 2026 is a mountain bike ride taking place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Santiago do Cacém. This event features a 40 km route with varied terrain and moderate difficulty.
Organized by Os Chaparros BTT Team Associação, the ride offers participants the chance to experience urban and surrounding areas with several elevation changes. It is a traditional event with 27 years of history, inviting cyclists to challenge themselves and create lasting memories.
The VII Trilhos D. Pedro e D. Inês is a trail running event scheduled for November 8, 2026, in Paço, Peniche, Portugal. It features a 16 km trail race, a 12 km trail and walk, and a 800 m kids’ trail run.
The event is open to all athletes aged 18 and over for the trail race, with no license required, and includes a special couples competition called the D. Pedro e D. Inês Trophy. The courses are circular, technical trails with steep ascents and descents in the Planalto das Cesaredas area, crossing municipalities of Lourinhã and Peniche.
The atmosphere combines competitive and recreational elements, with categories for men and women across various age groups, a non-competitive kids’ run, and a walking option. The event offers finisher prizes, t-shirts, showers, and insurance for participants.
The 10th Trail Costa Vicentina is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in the region between Santiago do Cacém, Cercal do Alentejo, Sonega, and Porto Covo, Portugal. It offers multiple distances: Ultra Trail 57K+, Medium Trail 30K+, Sprint Trail 15K+, and a 15K+ walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18+ for Ultra and Medium trails, 16+ for Sprint, and no minimum age for the walk, with a focus on all levels of preparation. It is part of the national trail running calendar and features routes along the scenic Rota Vicentina, showcasing the Alentejo coast, rural paths, and natural heritage.
Participants experience a spirit of camaraderie, sportsmanship, and environmental respect. The race includes electronic timing, medical support, and a festive atmosphere celebrating a decade of trail running in the region.
The Cross de Torres Vedras / 44th Corta-Mato de Matos Velhos is a classic cross country running event held on November 8, 2026, at Parque Verde da Várzea in Torres Vedras. The race starts at 09:00 and features multiple distances ranging from 650 meters to 9,000 meters, catering to a wide range of age categories.
This event is open to both federated and popular athletes, with participation also possible for foreign athletes by invitation. The course consists of circuits with surfaces of dirt and grass, providing excellent conditions for cross country running.
The race includes categories for all ages from young children to veterans, with individual and team competitions, and awards for top finishers and teams, creating a competitive and inclusive atmosphere.