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View eventBook on RaceFinderBenquerenças Backyard Ultra 2026
The 3rd Benquerenças Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event scheduled for November 14, 2026, in Benquerenças, Castelo Branco, Portugal. This race challenges participants to complete laps of 6.706 km each within one hour, continuing until only one runner remains.
There are two participation options: a 10-lap race totaling approximately 67 km for runners aged 16 and over, and the BY Ultra format for runners aged 18 and over, where the goal is to complete as many laps as possible. The event is part of the official Backyard Ultra calendar, featuring a unique format that tests endurance and strategy.
The course is mostly on dirt terrain with about 90 meters of elevation gain per lap. The race atmosphere emphasizes camaraderie and resilience, with support allowed only in the arena area. Participants must be self-sufficient during laps, and the event includes finisher prizes and awards for the top male and female BY Ultra finishers.
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View eventChestnut Run
Corrida das Castanhas 2026 is a running and walking event taking place on November 14, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. The race features a 10 km run, a 6 km mini-run, a 6 km walk, and a 400 m kids race.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the runs, all ages for the walk, and children up to 12 years old for the kids race. It offers a challenging course through the streets of Ajuda and Monsanto, culminating in a festive atmosphere with traditional chestnuts and água-pé for finishers.
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View eventBook on RaceFinder3rd Mile in Athletics Alberto Bastos
The 3rd Alberto Bastos Mile in Athletics is a running event taking place on November 14, 2026, at Av. Padre Joaquim Valente Martingo, São Pedro de Castelões, Vale de Cambra. It features multiple distances for different age categories, including 500m, 804m, and 1,609m races.
The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes from popular organizations, schools, and associations across the country. It includes categories from Benjamins (under 10) to Veterans (50+), with separate classifications for men and women.
The race is integrated into the Chestnut Fair of São Pedro de Castelões and offers individual and team prizes, including trophies and monetary awards for seniors and veterans. The atmosphere is competitive and community-oriented, with a prize ceremony following the races.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderGRIFO24h
The GRIFO24h is a 24-hour endurance running event taking place on November 14-15, 2026, at the Unidade de Intervenção da GNR in Pontinha, Lisbon. The event includes multiple races: 24 hours, 12 hours, 3 hours, and a Night Marathon, all designed to test physical and mental resilience.
Open to individuals and teams, the event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for most races, with the 3-hour race allowing minors accompanied by an adult. It is part of the national 24-hour endurance running circuit for 2026, alongside two other events.
The race course is a certified 2.235 km closed loop inside the GNR barracks, featuring mostly asphalt and some dirt surfaces. The event promotes camaraderie, strategy, and health culture, with a solidarity component supporting vulnerable families through food donations.
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View eventBook on RaceFinder5th Run and Walk for Diabetes
The 5th Run and Walk for Diabetes will take place on November 14, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. This event features a competitive 5 km race, a non-competitive 5 km walk, and additional non-competitive races for youth: PTN ONE MILE (1600m) for ages 12 to 17 and KIDS RUN (300m) for ages 4 to 11.
Open to all federated clubs, non-federated, and popular participants, with categories for men and women across various age groups. The event promotes healthy lifestyles in celebration of World Diabetes Day and offers a festive atmosphere by the scenic Mondego River at Praça da Canção.
There are team prizes for the largest teams, and the event includes awards for individual and collective achievements, making it inclusive for families and competitive runners alike.
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View eventRota do Corno de Bico
The Rota de Corno de Bico is a non-competitive mountain bike tour taking place on November 14, 2026, in Paredes de Coura, Portugal. This event offers two route options: a long course of approximately 60 km and a shorter course of about 45 km, both navigated autonomously via GPS.
Open to amateur cyclists and enthusiasts aged 14 and above (with adult guidance for younger participants), the event emphasizes personal challenge, discovery, and respect for nature. Participants follow rural roads and trails through one of Alto Minho’s most emblematic natural areas, with no on-course support or markings.
The atmosphere is relaxed and self-directed, focusing on autonomy and environmental responsibility, with no competitive ranking or official timing.
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View eventBook on RaceFinder50th INTERNATIONAL HALF MARATHON of NAZARÉ
The 50th International Half Marathon of Nazaré is a road running event scheduled for November 15, 2026, in the town of Nazaré. The main race covers a distance of approximately 21.0975 km on a nearly flat out-and-back course starting and finishing in Nazaré.
Participation is open to individuals born in 2006 or earlier who are in good health and physically prepared for prolonged effort. The event also includes a 10 km fun race called the 29th Volta à Nazaré and a non-competitive 8 km walk called the 19th Caminhada.
The race features multiple age and disability categories, with individual and team classifications. The atmosphere is festive, with awards ceremonies and opportunities for all levels of runners to join the celebration of athletics.
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View eventAlverca City Run 2026
The 9th Corrida Cidade de Alverca is a 10 km amateur running event taking place on November 15, 2026, starting and finishing at the FC Alverca Training Center in Alverca, Portugal. Alongside the race, a 6 km walk is also held, both featuring routes through urban and riverside areas.
The race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with no distinction of sex or nationality, promoting popular participation. The event includes preparatory training sessions on Fridays before race day, fostering community engagement and readiness.
Participants can enjoy a festive atmosphere with warm-up animations, prize ceremonies, and a final social gathering. The event also offers categories by age groups and team awards, enhancing competitive spirit and inclusivity.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderPasseio dos Sabores MTB 2026
The Passeio dos Sabores is a non-competitive mountain bike tour taking place on November 15, 2026, in Vila Fresca de Azeitão, Setúbal. The event features a 25 km guided route with four themed refreshment stops offering regional tasting experiences.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, with minors allowed if accompanied by an adult and with written authorization. The event emphasizes a relaxed pace set by guides, focusing on enjoyment rather than competition.
The tour offers a unique cultural and gastronomic experience combined with mountain biking, set in the scenic region of Vila Fresca, promoting a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.
