Running
250 Races
The 4th Paraquedistas Run commemorates the 70th anniversary of the Portuguese Paratroopers and will take place on November 1, 2026, at the Paratroopers Regiment in Tancos. This event offers two routes: a 10 km race and a 5 km walk.
Both routes pass through historically significant military locations, including the Rapid Reaction Brigade Command, combining asphalt and dirt surfaces designed for fast times and scenic views. The race welcomes participants interested in a unique experience blending sport and military heritage.
The 5th Trail Demônios do Lizandro is a trail running event taking place on November 6 and 7, 2026, in Santa Susana – São João das Lampas, Sintra municipality. It features a variety of race distances including Trail Endurance (100 km), Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and a 12 km walking event. This event is open to all athletes aged 18 and above for competitive races, with younger participants allowed in the walking event with authorization, making it inclusive for a wide range of trail runners and walkers.
Certified by ITRA and counting towards the UTMB index, the race is also part of the ATRP circuit and the Lisbon Athletics Association regional circuit. Participants will experience the unique trails of the region, known for their natural beauty and challenging terrain. The event’s festive atmosphere combines serious competition with community spirit, offering a well-organized experience for both elite and amateur athletes.
The event logistics are centralized at the Sociedade Recreativa de Santa Susana e Pobral, providing a unified hub for secretariat, start/finish lines, and facilities. While mainly individual competitions, the event includes team classifications and awards, adding a team dimension to the race.
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.
Ladeira On Fire 2026 is a competition exclusively for firefighters, taking place on November 7, 2026, in Nazaré. The event is organized by the Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários da Nazaré and features a challenging urban race format requiring full firefighter personal protective equipment.
The race is open only to Volunteer Firefighters, Sapadores, and Municipal Firefighters, with a maximum of 200 participants. It includes male and female categories divided into age groups from 18 years and above.
Participants experience a unique and demanding course on the Ladeira da Nazaré, fostering courage and strength in a spirited firefighter community atmosphere. The event concludes with a solidarity lunch featuring traditional dishes.
The II Touro Triatlo de Vila Nova de Paiva is a triathlon event taking place on November 7 and 8, 2026, in Vila Nova de Paiva, Portugal. It features multiple race formats including Aquatlo Jovem, Triatlo Jovem, Triatlo Super Sprint, Triatlo Sprint, and Duatlo Sprint, with distances adapted for youth and sprint distances for adults.
The event includes the Campeonato Norte Jovem, Campeonato Norte Absoluto, Campeonato Norte Individual, and open races, welcoming licensed athletes and those licensed for one day. The courses are road-based with swimming in the Rio Côvo, cycling on asphalt with low elevation, and running on mixed asphalt and parallel terrain in the Touro parish.
Team relay formats are available with groups of 2 or 3 participants. The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual and team classifications, trophies for multiple age groups, and a structured schedule over two days.
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 Sesimbra Spartan Race is an obstacle course race event taking place on November 7-8, 2026, in Sesimbra, Portugal, at Praia da Califórnia. Participants can choose from Sprint (5K, 20 obstacles), Super (10K, 25 obstacles), Beast (21K, 30 obstacles), and a Kids Race (1-3K with obstacles).
This event is part of the Spartan Trifecta Weekend, allowing athletes to complete all three main distances over the weekend to achieve the ultimate Spartan challenge. The race features stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, running through a picturesque fishing village, sandy beaches, rugged mountains, and an ancient castle, offering a unique and challenging terrain.
The event welcomes Spartans from around the world to test their limits and celebrate the spirit of the race, making it a memorable and demanding experience for all participants.
The Passeio Noturno – Rota da Água Pé is a night mountain bike and walking event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Miranda do Corvo. Participants can choose between a 25 km mountain bike ride with +400 m elevation gain or a 10 km walk.
This event is open to all and offers a unique opportunity to explore Miranda do Corvo by night, combining sport, socializing, and local culture. The route includes refreshments with water and fruit, and the event concludes with a traditional Água Pé tasting, local food, and live music, creating a festive and convivial atmosphere.
The IX Triatlo The Campus – Quinta do Lago is a road triathlon event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Quinta do Lago, Portugal. It features two races: a Sprint triathlon and a Super-Sprint triathlon, open to athletes born up to 2010 and 2012 respectively, whether licensed or not.
The Sprint distance includes 750m swimming, 20km cycling, and 5km running, while the Super-Sprint distance includes 350m swimming, 10km cycling, and 2.5km running. The event counts towards the Algarve and Baixo Alentejo Championship for licensed athletes from the region.
The courses offer a scenic route with swimming in the lake, cycling on well-maintained asphalt roads with some hills, and a flat out-and-back running path along the boardwalk between the lake and the beach. The race atmosphere is competitive and organized with technical support from the Portuguese Triathlon Federation.
Viseu Trail Running 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Viseu, Portugal. The event features three race categories: Trail Curto (short trail), Trail Longo (long trail), and Ultra Trail Médio (medium ultra trail), each part of the respective national trail circuits.
The race is open to athletes aged 16 and older depending on the category, with no restriction on license membership. It offers new routes and challenges in a forest and rural setting, promoting sport and local culture with an ecological and biodiversity focus.
Alongside the races, there is a 6 km active walking route organized in partnership with the local parish, providing a cultural and recreational experience for participants and visitors.