Running
301 Races
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal (FTP) organizes a variety of triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions for the 2026 season. These events take place across various locations in Portugal, reflecting the sport's strong presence and development in the country.
Participants can expect a range of race formats, distances, and categories, catering to both elite athletes and age group competitors. The calendar includes diverse race types such as duathlon, triathlon sprint, standard, and long-distance events, some of which count towards national championships and club rankings.
The atmosphere across these events is competitive yet inclusive, promoting fair play and community engagement within the triathlon scene in Portugal. The FTP also leads initiatives to innovate volunteer involvement and supports the sport's growth at all levels.
The 39th edition of the 20 Kms de Almeirim - Rota da Sopa da Pedra will take place on October 25, 2026, in Almeirim, Portugal. This event features a competitive 20 km road race, a 10 km race, and a non-competitive 5 km mini/walk.
The races are open to all athletes of both sexes in good health, with no license required, and have participant limits of 600 for the 20 km and 500 for the 10 km. The event is held on an urban circuit with detailed routes through the city streets.
The race day starts at 10:00 AM, with water and other refreshments provided at various points along the courses. The event offers trophies and prizes for top finishers in various categories, including special awards for record holders and local athletes.
The Gravel Alentejo 2026 is a gravel cycling event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Ourique, Portugal, integrated in the UCI Gravel World Series calendar.
The event brings together competitive and amateur riders for a mass-participation gravel race across the vast landscapes of the Alentejo region. The course is predominantly ridden on dirt roads and rural gravel tracks, offering rolling terrain and open plains characteristic of southern Portugal.
The race follows UCI and Federação Portuguesa de Ciclismo regulations, with official electronic timing and age-group classifications for men and women. The event serves as a qualification opportunity for the UCI Gravel World Championships, according to UCI criteria.
The Estrela Road Challenge 2026 is a challenging road running event taking place in Manteigas, Serra da Estrela, Portugal, on October 24-25, 2026. It features demanding courses that test endurance and strength amidst spectacular mountain scenery.
Participants can choose between three race formats: the Uphill® 21 km race with 1600 m positive elevation gain, the Uphill + Downhill® 42 km race with 3200 m total elevation change, and the 42 km Relay Team® race where one runner completes the Uphill and the other the Downhill segment. The event is open to athletes aged 18 and above, requiring good physical condition and experience due to its mountain terrain.
Set in the natural park of Serra da Estrela, the race offers unique landscapes of mountainous roads with strict environmental and social responsibility values. The atmosphere is competitive yet respectful and supportive, emphasizing ethics and solidarity among runners, volunteers, and organizers.
The Corrida do Dragão 2026 is a running event scheduled for October 25, 2026, at the Estádio do Dragão in Porto. This event gathers over 12,000 participants, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with the spirit of FC Porto.
It welcomes runners and walkers alike, including fans and entire families, making it a community-focused race that celebrates sport, emotion, and unity. Participants will experience the unique energy of the stadium and the city through the race course.
The 13th Trail de Fátima is a trail running event taking place on October 24-25, 2026, in Fátima and the municipality of Ourém, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a 45 km Ultra Trail, 30 km Long Trail, 17 km Short Trail, 12 km Mini Trail, a 12 km Walk, a Trail Kids race, and a dog walk.
The Ultra, Long, Short, and Mini Trail races are competitive and certified by the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA) and the Santarém Athletics Association (AAS). The Long and Short Trails also count towards the Ribatejo Trail Circuit and the Regional Trail Circuit of AAS. The courses traverse natural trails, agricultural and forest paths, and water lines, with significant elevation gains.
The event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for the Ultra, Long, and Short Trails, 16+ for the Mini Trail, and children aged 5 to 15 for the Trail Kids, with legal guardian consent. The Walk is open to all ages, including minors accompanied by adults. The event promotes healthy lifestyles and connection with nature, including a dog walk to strengthen bonds between owners and pets.
The V Corrida de Paradela is a running event taking place on October 25, 2026, at the Centro Desportivo e Cultural Paradela do Vouga in Aveiro, Portugal. It features a 10 km race, a 7 km walk, and several kids' races with distances of 500 m, 1400 m, and 2800 m.
The event is open to athletes of all ages and categories, including youth and veterans, with free participation for young categories and visually impaired athletes. It offers a competitive atmosphere with trophies and monetary prizes for top finishers in various age groups.
The race route starts and finishes at the sports center, with hydration points along the course and a maximum duration of 2 hours for the 10 km race. The event is organized by the Centro Desportivo e Cultural de Paradela do Vouga with support from local municipalities.
Trilhos da Cividade 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 12 km short trail, an 18 km long trail, and an 8 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the short trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and from 6 years old for the walk (with adult accompaniment for minors). The race features significant elevation gains of approximately 400 m for the short trail and 600 m for the long trail, with marked routes and safety measures in place.
Trilhos da Cividade 2026 includes competitive categories by age groups and team awards, creating a competitive yet community-oriented atmosphere. The event also provides a walking option, making it accessible for a wider range of participants.
The Mangualde Trail – Desafio dos Santos is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Mangualde, Viseu, Portugal. It features four race types: a Long Trail of approximately 25 km, a Short Trail of approximately 15 km, a Mini-Trail of approximately 8 km, and an 8 km Walk.
This event is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, constituting its 8th stage. It welcomes participants from age 11 and up, with specific age requirements for each race type, and includes categories for all levels, from athletes to walkers.
The race offers a unique opportunity to explore Mangualde's natural trails and autumn landscapes, combining sport, nature, and local cultural celebration during the traditional Feira dos Santos festival.
The Intermunicipal Cup 3H Resistance MTB is a mountain bike endurance race series held in 2026 across six events in various municipalities including Alenquer, Loures, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The final event takes place in Monsanto, Lisbon on October 25, 2026.
The race features a 3-hour resistance format with courses approximately 4 to 7 km long, alongside juvenile MTB races with shorter circuits from 500 meters to 3 km depending on age categories. The competition is open to licensed and non-licensed amateur athletes aged 5 and above, with multiple age and gender categories, including e-Bikes.
This series offers a competitive amateur atmosphere with point-based classifications and prizes for top finishers, supported by local cycling clubs and municipalities. Juvenile races run concurrently with the main events, providing a family-friendly environment.