Running
341 Races
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.
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.
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.
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 IX Triatlo de Águeda is a multi-discipline triathlon event held on October 26 and 27, 2026, in Águeda, Portugal. It features several race formats including a youth mountain bike triathlon, sprint distance road triathlon, sprint duathlon, aquabike sprint, and aquathlon sprint.
The event includes the Campeonato Norte Jovem and Campeonato Norte Absoluto championships, as well as open races for various age groups. Distances vary by category, with youth races having shorter distances and sprint distances for adults.
The races take place in scenic locations along the Rio Águeda and the streets of Águeda, offering a mix of water, road, and trail segments. The event features individual and relay team competitions, with a festive and competitive atmosphere supported by local organizations and the Portuguese Triathlon Federation.
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.
The III Trail Pé Firme 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 26 and 27, 2026, in Torres Vedras, Portugal. It offers multiple race formats including a relay on September 26 and individual trail races on September 27 with distances of 12 km (Mini Trail/Caminhada), 23 km (Trail Curto), and 32 km (Trail Longo).
The event is open to all athletes with adequate physical condition and includes categories for youth, adults, and masters. It celebrates local history, sport, and natural beauty, featuring challenging trails with natural paths and open roads, demanding technique, endurance, and determination.
Besides competitive races, the event includes family-friendly activities such as guided walks and a free youth trail challenge. The atmosphere combines sporting challenge with cultural and natural appreciation, making it suitable for individuals, families, and teams.
The 3rd edition of the road race "Volta aos 7 - Vidrala" will take place on September 26, 2026, in Marinha Grande. This event features a 7 km urban running course starting and finishing near the Câmara Municipal da Marinha Grande.
Participation is open to all individuals without contraindications for sports practice, with a limit of 1000 registrations for safety and organizational reasons. The race uses chip timing with live projected results for continuous classification updates.
The event also includes a 7 km walk open to all ages, and offers a festive atmosphere with trophies for top finishers, team awards, and participation medals for all finishers.
The Desafio Cumes do Marão 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 26, 2026, in Amarante, Portugal. It offers four circular race distances starting and finishing at Lugar do Eido in the village of Ansiães: 50 km, 30 km, 20 km, and 13 km.
Open to participants aged 18 and over, the event features challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, including routes passing through several emblematic summits of the Marão mountain range. The race is organized by Associação Desportiva Marão Trail and SavageNatur Events® and continues the legacy of the Ultra Trail do Marão.
Participants will experience the natural beauty of the Marão region, including century-old forests and breathtaking valleys, in a demanding semi-autonomous race environment. The event fosters a spirit of solidarity and respect for nature, with sustainability and environmental responsibility emphasized throughout.