Running
341 Races
The 2nd São Silvestre Cidade Palco de Natal will take place on November 28, 2026, in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. This event features two races: a 10 km run and a 5 km walk.
The race is set in a festive atmosphere with stunning Christmas lighting around the course, creating one of the most colorful experiences in the country, immersed in the magic of Perlim.
The 6 Cascatas Trail Running is a trail running event taking place on November 29, 2026, in Cheleiros, Mafra, Lisbon District. It features three races: a Long Trail of 24 km with 1000 m positive elevation, a Short Trail of 13 km with 600 m positive elevation, and a non-competitive 11 km walk.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, the event is part of the Merrell Trail Running Series. The race promotes tourism and environmental awareness in the region, with start and finish at Largo da Igreja de Cheleiros.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual and team prizes across multiple age categories, fostering community and sporting spirit.
The XVI Trilhos de Casaínhos is a trail running event taking place on November 29, 2026, at Campo de Futebol do Sporting Clube de Casainhos, Loures, Lisbon district. It features two competitive trail distances: Trail Curto (18 km) and Trail Experience (10 km), plus a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The event is open to all participants, including federated athletes and amateurs, with age minimums of 18 years for Trail Curto and 16 years for Trail Experience. The walk is open to all ages, with minors under 16 requiring a legal guardian.
Recognized as the oldest trail running race in the Lisbon district, the event offers scenic routes close to the capital with challenging terrain and a welcoming atmosphere. It includes individual and team classifications, with awards for top finishers and teams, and a convivial lunch gathering.
OCR Sobral Challenge 2026 is an obstacle race taking place on November 29, 2026, in Sobral de Monte Agraço, Portugal. The race features a main course of approximately 10 km with over 20 obstacles of varying difficulty.
The event is open to participants aged 13 and older, with specific categories including Liga OCR Portugal Elite and Competitive, Open, and a Kids FPOCR course for ages 6 to 12. The Elite and Competitive categories score points for the Liga OCR Portugal and the Taça de Portugal 2026.
The race starts and finishes at Praça Dr. Eugénio Dias in the town center, with a focus on natural off-road terrain and obstacles, creating a challenging and engaging experience for all participants.
The Bonito Christmas Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 29, 2026, at the Pavilhão Municipal do Entroncamento, Portugal. It offers three distances: 25 km Trail, 16 km Short Trail, and a 12 km run or walk.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail and Short Trail, while the 12 km run or walk welcomes all ages with parental responsibility for minors. The Trail and Short Trail are part of the Circuito de Trail do Ribatejo and the Santarém Regional Trail Sprint Championship, attracting competitive and recreational runners alike.
Runners will experience varied terrain with elevation gains of approximately 500 m for the 25 km, 300 m for the 16 km, and 200 m for the 12 km course. The race atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with awards for top finishers and categories, and finisher medals for all participants.
The Trail Quinta das Arcas takes place on 29 November 2026 at Quinta das Arcas in Sobrado, Valongo. Organised by Candibyke – Associação de Ciclismo, the event brings together two competitive trail races and a recreational walk through the trails and paths surrounding Campo and Sobrado.
Participants can choose between an approximately 20 km Trail, a 12 km Mini Trail and a 12 km Walk. The Trail is open to adult participants, while the Mini Trail welcomes athletes aged 16 and over. The walk is non-competitive and also allows minors to participate when accompanied by an adult.
The Trail starts at 09:00, followed by the Mini Trail at 09:30, with the walk starting afterwards. Courses will be marked and include mandatory checkpoints, while the final route details, elevation profiles and aid station locations will be published closer to the event.
All participants must carry a mobile phone, whistle, emergency blanket and water container. As disposable cups will not be provided at aid stations, carrying a personal reusable cup is also required. Registration includes personal accident insurance, aid stations and a finisher gift.
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The Generali Tranquilidade Meia Maratona dos Descobrimentos is a running event taking place on November 29, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. It features multiple race options including a 21 km half marathon, a 10 km race, a 4 km walk, and a 500 m Kids Race for children up to 12 years old.
The races start and finish between Praça do Império and Museu da Marinha, welcoming athletes aged 18 and over for the running events, while the walk has no age limit. The event offers a festive atmosphere with participation from thousands of runners and includes specific start blocks based on pace for the half marathon.
Additional features include a VIP registration option with exclusive benefits, and the event is supported by official timing and awards for top finishers in the 21 km and 10 km races, making it a comprehensive race day for all levels and ages.
The Trail da Cárcoda is a trail running event taking place on November 29, 2026, in Carvalhais, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. It offers three options: a challenging 19 km trail with 900 meters of elevation gain, a 10 km mini trail with 300 meters of elevation gain, and an 8 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the 19 km trail, 15 and over for the mini trail, and 14 and over for the walk. It highlights the natural and historical beauty of the Serra da Arada region, including the Castro da Cárcoda archaeological site, combining technical trails, rural paths, and panoramic valley views.
The race atmosphere promotes both competition and community, with a focus on active tourism and cultural appreciation. All races start and finish at the Marques Veloso sports field in Carvalhais.
The 6th Edition Barreiro São Silvestre is a running event featuring a 10 km race and a 6 km walk, taking place on December 1, 2026, at Rua Maputo in Barreiro. Both the race and the walk start at 16:30.
The race is open to all individuals aged 18 and over, while the walk is open to all age groups. Participants will experience a well-organized event with liquid refreshment stations at 5 km for the race and both liquid and solid refreshments at the finish line.
All finishers receive a metal finisher medal, and there are cash prizes for the top 10 overall male and female runners, as well as trophies for the top three in each age category, creating a competitive and festive atmosphere.