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Lalim Vertical 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 26, 2026, in Lamego, Portugal. The event offers a 15 km trail race, an 11 km walk, and a 1 km kids' race, providing options for various age groups and fitness levels.
The trail race is open to male and female participants aged 18 and above, divided into multiple age categories up to 65+. The event is part of the Lamecum Trail circuit and emphasizes a unique trail experience with challenging terrain and scenic routes around Ermida Nossa Senhora da Piedade.
The event also includes a kids' race and a walk recommended for participants over 12 years old, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. All participants receive a medal and refreshments after the race, with a prize ceremony held at 17:30.
Lisboa Backyard Ultra is an ultramarathon race taking place on September 26, 2026, in Monsanto Park, Lisbon. The race consists of consecutive laps of 6,706 meters (4.167 miles) each to be completed within one hour, with the remaining time used for recovery before the next lap.
The event is open to all participants and follows the unique Backyard Ultra format where the last runner to complete a lap is the winner. Monsanto Park, one of the largest urban forest parks in Europe, offers a natural and scenic setting for this mentally and strategically challenging race.
The race atmosphere is intense and competitive, focusing on endurance and mental strength, with support allowed only in the start/finish zone and strict rules on pacing and assistance.
The II Resistência BTT - Vila Chã is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 26, 2026, in Vila Chã, Fornos de Algodres, Guarda. The event features a 4 km circuit combining urban and trail sections, closed to motor vehicles except for organizational use in emergencies.
Open to all participants aged 15 and above, both federated and non-federated, with categories for cadets, juniors, elites, masters, and e-bikes. The race includes 1-hour, 2-hour, and 3-hour endurance formats, with e-bikes competing only in the 3-hour race but classified separately.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers overall and by category, including fastest lap and largest team awards. It is supported by local authorities and cycling federations, ensuring a well-organized and safe competition.
The Prime Hybrid Espinho Fitness Racing takes place on September 26, 2026, in Espinho, Aveiro District. This urban fitness racing competition combines running with high-intensity functional workout stations, creating a challenge that tests endurance, strength, resilience and overall fitness.
Organized by Associação Desportiva de Desempenho e Resiliência, the event is held in Praça Progresso and surrounding streets, offering a fully outdoor urban race experience. Participants complete eight running segments of 1 km each, interspersed with eight functional workout stations inspired by international fitness racing formats.
Athletes can compete individually or in pairs across Open and Pro divisions. The event also features an Associative League for local organizations, emergency services and community groups, promoting competition, teamwork and community engagement.
The Portuguese Triathlon Federation organises a range of triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place in various regions of Portugal, such as the Algarve, Lisbon and Madeira, offering a wide variety of distances and formats suitable for athletes of all levels.
Open to licensed athletes and age-group competitors, many races form part of national and international cup series, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite level. Portugal’s unique landscapes and coastal settings enhance the race experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.
Sines a Correr is a road running event taking place on September 26, 2026, in Sines, Portugal, featuring a competitive 10 km race and a 5 km walk along the city’s coastal avenues and seafront promenade.
Organized by HMS Sports Consulting in partnership with the Municipality of Sines, the event combines sport and seaside scenery, with routes starting and finishing on Avenida Vasco da Gama and passing through some of the city’s main waterfront areas.
The event welcomes both competitive runners and recreational participants, offering official chip timing in the 10 km race, personalized bibs, technical race shirts, aid stations and finisher support services.
The Trilhos dos Heróis – Sunset Trail is a trail running event taking place on September 26, 2026, in Vila Franca das Naves, Guarda, Portugal. It features multiple race options including a 31 km long trail, a 19 km short trail, a 12 km walk, and a kids' trail run.
The event welcomes participants aged 5 and above, with specific age minimums for each race, and includes classifications by age groups and overall rankings for the competitive trails. It is organized by the Volunteer Firefighters of Vila Franca das Naves and offers a unique experience combining sport, nature, and the magic of sunset in a forested area.
The races start and finish at the Volunteer Firefighters' headquarters and traverse challenging and fun trails in the Trancoso municipality. The event also aims to engage the community and bring together different generations, with a festive atmosphere and activities for all ages.
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Escadórios da Humanidade 2026 is a firefighter stair climbing competition taking place on September 26, 2026, in Braga, Portugal. Participants compete by climbing 566 steps wearing full firefighting gear, including breathing apparatus.
The event is open to male and female firefighters aged 18 and above, divided into age categories from under 25 to over 60 years. Competitors must be physically fit and authorized by their fire department commanders to participate.
The race emphasizes discipline, safety, and team spirit, with individual and team classifications based on the best times. All finishers receive a commemorative medal, snacks, and hydration at the event's conclusion.
The BioRace Challenge Estarreja 2026 is an obstacle race event taking place on September 26, 2026, in the natural trails of BioRia, Estarreja. It offers a unique experience combining natural and artificial obstacles in a scenic environment that encourages physical exercise and adventure.
Participants can choose from several race distances: BioRace 10k (8-10 km with at least 20 obstacles) for ages 15-99, BioRace 5k (4.5-6.5 km with at least 12 obstacles) for ages 12-99, and BioRace Junior with age-appropriate distances and obstacles for children aged 6-14. There is also a special inclusive race adapted for people with disabilities.
The event welcomes individual and team participation, including juniors and a special inclusive category, fostering a community and family-friendly atmosphere. The race features competitive elite categories with freer obstacle access for better times.