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The TRITON 1 Lisboa 2026 is a triathlon event taking place on September 5 & 6, 2026, in Lisboa, celebrating 20 years of triathlon history. This race is part of the TRITON World Series and offers three different race distances: Short, Middle, and Full, catering to a wide range of athletes.
The event is open to individual competitors as well as corporate teams, with a special Kids and Parents swim & run challenge adding a family-friendly atmosphere. The course features a lake swim, rolling hills for the bike segment, and a flat run route, promising a varied and engaging race experience.
The TRITON 1 Lisboa 2026 offers a festive and competitive environment with allocated slots for each distance and the Corporate Series, making it an inclusive and well-organized triathlon event.
The II Troféu Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held in various locations within the Alenquer municipality throughout 2026. The event includes multiple races, with the sixth race scheduled for September 5, 2026, in Abrigada.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling license.
This series promotes local cycling sports, involving various parish associations and clubs, and offers categories for men, women, and e-bikes across different age groups. The event fosters community engagement and competitive spirit in a scenic natural setting.
The Acureto Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event taking place on September 5, 2026, at Parque do Acureto in Toucinhos, Alburitel, Portugal. This unique race features a 6.706 km loop that runners must complete every hour, with the goal of completing as many loops as possible consecutively.
Open to participants aged 18 and over, the event includes several race formats: the Backyard Ultra (unlimited loops), Backyard Long (6 loops, approximately 41 km), Backyard Short (3 loops, approximately 20.5 km), and a 9 km walk. The race tests endurance and strategy, with the winner being the last runner to complete a loop within the hour.
The course is marked with ribbons and night signage, and the event offers a challenging and strategic atmosphere for ultra runners, with support zones for rest and assistance.
The VI Triatlo de Alhandra is a national triathlon competition scheduled for September 2026 in Alhandra, Portugal. This event is part of the Portuguese Triathlon Cup series, attracting competitive triathletes from across the country.
The race offers a challenging triathlon format, including swimming, cycling, and running disciplines. It is open to licensed athletes, emphasizing a competitive and elite atmosphere.
The Resistência BTT Alcanena 2026 is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 5, 2026, in Alcanena, Santarém, Portugal. The event offers two race formats: a 2-hour and a 3-hour endurance race, both sharing the same mixed urban and off-road circuit.
Open to all mountain bike practitioners aged 12 and above, the race is part of the 2026 Troféu BTT Ribatejo Norte series, with the 2-hour race classified as a sprint and the 3-hour race as a marathon format. The course runs through the historic center and outskirts of Alcanena, featuring streets, squares, cobblestones, and dirt paths, providing a varied and challenging terrain.
The event fosters a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with multiple categories including E-Bike and Gravel bikes, and awards for various age groups and genders. Participants also enjoy amenities such as liquid refreshments, post-race dinner, and bike washing facilities.
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The Cebola Run is a running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Rio Maior, Portugal. It features a 10 km race starting and finishing at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Rio Maior, beginning at 11:00 AM.
There is also a children's race called Corrida das Cebolinhas with various short distances for different age groups, starting at 10:15 AM. The event is open to all participants with age restrictions: 18+ for the 10 km race and children born between 2011 and 2020 for the kids' races.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers, finisher medals, and participation medals for children. The event includes hydration stations and a well-organized kit distribution system.
The 2nd Resistência ARLU BTT is a competitive mountain bike cycling event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Azabuxo, Leiria. Participants can choose between two race durations: 2 hours or 3 hours, on a circular course approximately 4.2 km per lap with medium difficulty and a positive elevation gain of 130 meters per lap.
The event is open to the general public without the need for a Portuguese Cycling Federation license, though it is licensed by the Beira Litoral Cycling Association. Minors under 18 years old may participate only in the 2-hour race with parental consent. The race promotes cultural engagement with local areas affected by storm Kristin and encourages mountain biking practice.
There are multiple age categories for men and women, including juniors, elites, and masters. The event offers trophies for top finishers in general classification, age groups, e-bikes, and teams, fostering a competitive and inclusive atmosphere.
The 37th Corrida da Festa do Avante! 2026 is a 10 km running race taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at Avenida Silva Gomes near E-Leclerc in Amora, Portugal. The route leads towards the Festa do Avante! at Quinta da Atalaia, with a turnaround near the 25 de Abril stage, returning to the start and finishing there.
This open race welcomes club representatives, federated or not, associations, and individual athletes. The course is homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation, ensuring official standards and competitive integrity.
The event promotes sportsmanship, solidarity, and the values of sport as a unifying activity, integrated within the cultural and political program of the Festa do Avante! It offers a festive atmosphere encouraging participation from a broad community.
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place across different regions of Portugal, such as Algarve, Lisboa, and Madeira, offering a wide range of distances and formats suited for all athlete levels.
Open to both licensed and age group athletes, many races are integrated into national and international cups, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite levels. Unique Portuguese landscapes and coastal settings enhance the racing experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.