Running
331 Races
The Trail CTR / Viver Santarém is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Santarém at the Complexo Aquático de Santarém. It features competitive races including a 31 km Trail, 19 km Trail Sprint, a 12 km Mini-Trail, and a 10 km Walk.
The event is open to individuals over 18 years old for the Trail and Trail Sprint, while the Mini-Trail and Walk are open to all with a recommendation against participation by those under 16 years old. It is part of three competitive circuits: the National Trail Circuit (ATRP), the Regional Trail Circuit (AAS), and the Ribatejo Trail Circuit (CTR).
Unique to this event is the Kids Race CTR / McDonalds, a free race for children with distances adapted by age groups, held inside and outside the aquatic complex. The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with family-friendly activities and offers access to the aquatic complex for all participants.
The 7th Rota dos Cromeleques BTT Évora is a mountain bike event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Évora, Portugal. The race features two marked routes of approximately 50 km and 70 km, catering to different difficulty levels from low/medium to medium/high.
Open to participants aged 14 and older, with minors under 19 allowed only on the 50 km route with parental authorization. The event starts and finishes at the Piscinas Municipais de Évora, with a guided start for the first 2 km by local police.
The race offers a competitive yet leisure-oriented atmosphere, with solid and liquid aid stations, bike washing facilities, and a post-race lunch at the BTT Malagueira Association headquarters.
The VIII Corrida Sealand powered by West Life returns to Santa Cruz on 13 September 2026 for another edition celebrating road running along Portugal's scenic west coast. Organised by Associação Sealand Santa Cruz, the event welcomes both competitive runners and recreational participants with a 10 km race and a 6 km walk.
Starting from Largo Jaime Baptista da Costa, the route showcases the coastal surroundings of Santa Cruz, combining fast roads with beautiful ocean views. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply looking to enjoy an active morning by the sea, the event offers a welcoming atmosphere for participants of all abilities.
Every registered participant receives an official event kit, and all finishers are awarded a finisher medal, making this a great event for both experienced runners and newcomers.
The Nexe 107 1.2 – Trail Ultra Endurance is a trail running event taking place on September 18 and 19, 2026, in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Portugal. It features a challenging circular course of 107 km with significant elevation gain, alongside relay and ultra trail options.
Participants can compete solo over 107 km, in two-person relay teams splitting the distance into 52 km and 55 km legs, or in a 55 km ultra trail race. The event is open to all athletes and is part of regional and national ultra trail circuits, including the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) series.
The race route includes narrow trails, wide paths, rocky zones, and some paved sections, showcasing the scenic barrocal hills and Algarve mountains. The event offers a demanding endurance challenge with a festive and competitive atmosphere supported by local authorities.
The 2nd Grande Desafio dos Lagos do Sabor is a mountain bike GPS-oriented race taking place on September 19 and 20, 2026, in Torre de Moncorvo, Portugal. The event consists of two timed stages: a 75 km stage with 2300 m elevation gain on Saturday and a 65 km stage with 1300 m elevation gain on Sunday, with an option to participate only in the second stage solo.
Open to both federated and non-federated athletes aged 19 and above, the race allows solo and duo participation, including e-bikes (solo only, without categories or prizes). It follows the principles of the Portuguese Cycling Federation and offers leader jerseys by category for solo and duo participants.
The race features challenging rural and trail routes with public road sections, requiring compliance with traffic rules and mandatory use of a certified cycling helmet. The event provides solid and liquid aid stations, medical assistance, bike washing zones, and meals after each stage, creating a comprehensive mountain biking challenge.
The RC6 Warriores Challenge is an obstacle race taking place on September 19, 2026, at the Regimento de Cavalaria nº6 facilities in Braga, Portugal. The race covers an approximately 4 km course featuring multiple obstacles distributed along the route, with electronic timing to enhance competitiveness.
The event is open to all participants aged 8 and above, allowing individual or team participation, with teams consisting of 4 to 10 members. The race offers a unique challenge in a military setting, complemented by a festive atmosphere including a sunset party with a DJ after the race.
The Intermunicipal Cup 3H MTB Endurance 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 Jamor event in Oeiras is scheduled for September 19, 2026, at 19:00.
The race features a 3-hour endurance format with courses approximately 4 to 7 km long for the main event, and shorter circuits for juvenile categories ranging from 500 meters to 3 km depending on age group. The competition is open to licensed and non-licensed riders aged 5 and above, with multiple categories for men, women, juniors, masters, and e-bikes.
The event includes juvenile MTB races held on the same day as the endurance race, fostering a family-friendly and competitive atmosphere. The race is part of a series with point-based classifications and prizes awarded to top finishers in each category and overall.
The Tua Festival de Percursos Pedestres Carrazeda de Ansiães is a trail running event taking place on September 19-20, 2026, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal. It is part of a series of five weekend activities held throughout the year across the five municipalities of the Vale do Tua region.
The event offers various trail running routes suitable for different age categories, including Juvenile and Open categories for both males and females. It is organized by the Parque Natural Regional do Vale do Tua, highlighting the natural beauty of the region.
The 11th edition of Leiria Run is a running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features a 14 km race and a 9 km walk, both starting in the city center and finishing at the Municipal Stadium Dr. Magalhães Pessoa.
The race is open to all participants born on or before September 15, 2008, excluding minors under 18 years old. The event offers a festive atmosphere with music, food, and drinks after the race, including an awards ceremony.
Participants will experience running through unexpected city locations, including a guaranteed river crossing, making it a unique urban race experience.
The EPX – Extreme Peneda-Xurés 2026 is a mountain bike event taking place on September 19, starting and finishing in Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal. It offers three autonomous GPS-guided routes: Black Wolf (199 km, 5200 m elevation), White Wolf (168 km, 3900 m elevation), and Green Wolf (124 km, 3300 m elevation).
Open to participants aged 19 and over, the event emphasizes physical and mental challenge, resilience, and respect for nature, with no competitive character. The course crosses five mountain ranges in Portugal and Spain, including protected natural parks, providing a unique experience in diverse and demanding terrain.
Participants have 19 hours to complete their chosen route, with strict time barriers and safety rules. The event fosters solidarity and self-sufficiency, with no external support allowed except for aid from locals or fellow participants.