Running
301 Races
SwimParty 10km is an open water swimming event taking place on September 12, 2026, along the beautiful Carvoeiro–Ferragudo coast in Algarve, Portugal. The race offers solo distances of 5km and 10km, as well as a 10km trio relay with segments of 3.2 km, 1.8 km, and 5 km.
The event welcomes swimmers of all levels and emphasizes community and celebration alongside the challenge of open water swimming. Participants will experience scenic coastal routes from Benagil and Carvoeiro beaches to Ferragudo Praia dos Caneiros, supported by professional safety and logistical arrangements.
SwimParty 10km combines competitive spirit with a festive atmosphere, including a post-race beach party and lunch, making it a unique blend of sport and social gathering.
The II Maratona BTT Campo Branco 2026 is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Castro Verde, Beja. It offers two main routes: a 45 km Half Marathon with medium/easy difficulty and a 75 km Marathon with medium difficulty, including a category for E-Bikes on the Marathon distance.
The event is open to cyclists with or without sports licenses, including federated and non-federated participants of Portuguese or other nationalities. It promotes cycling as a recreational and sporting activity, encouraging personal development and greater participation in amateur competitions.
The race routes are well marked and include control points to ensure full course completion. The event features staggered starts by category and numbered boxes for organization, creating a structured and safe environment for all participants.
The IV Trail do Cerco is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 14 km, a mini trail of approximately 9 km, and a 9 km walk.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with parental consent. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and is the 7th stage of this series, integrated into the annual festivities of Santa Eufemia.
The trails predominantly run through rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding nearby villages, offering a natural and challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains.
The Trail dos Flamingos is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Nadadouro, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal. It offers a Trail Sprint of 16 km, a 10 km walk, a 1.5 km CãoMinhada, and a 1.5 km Trail Kids race for children up to 12 years old.
The event welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the Trail Sprint, while the walk and CãoMinhada are open to all physically able individuals, with a recommendation against participation by children under 10. The Kids Trail is designed for children up to 12 years old. The race features a varied course through trails, paths, and dirt roads in the Nadadouro and surrounding parishes.
With age categories for men and women and team awards, the Trail dos Flamingos fosters a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The event also includes trophies for top finishers and the most numerous team, making it suitable for individual and collective participation.
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 CobbleStone de Montemuro II is a timed 6 km mountain cycling race held on September 13, 2026, in the Serra de Montemuro region, starting at Rua da Igreja – Pinheiro and finishing at Aldeia de Cetos, Miradouro.
Participants must also take part in a non-competitive 40 km social ride starting at 9:00 from Aldeia de Cetos. The event is part of a weekend dedicated to mountain biking and coincides with the traditional Feira de Gado da Aldeia de Cetos, offering a festive atmosphere with local traditions and public support.
The race is open to cyclists aged 18 and over, with or without a cycling federation license, and allows road, mountain, gravel, and electric bikes (though e-bike times do not count for classification). Categories are divided by gender and age groups.
The 13th BTT Santo Estêvão mountain bike ride will take place on September 13, 2026, in Tavira, Faro. This event offers two routes of approximately 35 km and 55 km, catering to different levels of difficulty from medium to medium/high.
Open to all individuals aged 16 and above, with the 35 km route available for participants aged 16 to 18 and the 55 km route for those over 18. No sports license is required. The event emphasizes healthy sport practice and endurance cycling.
The ride features marked trails through rural paths, public roads, and municipal roads, with support vehicles and safety measures in place. The event concludes with a communal lunch and prize ceremony, creating a festive and social atmosphere.
The Benedita Half Marathon 2026 takes place on September 13, 2026, in Benedita, Alcobaça, Portugal. Organized by the Bombeiros Voluntários de Benedita with technical management by Nativewarriors, the event brings together several running activities designed for athletes of different levels.
The event program includes a Half Marathon (21 km), a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a Kids Run (500 m). With competitive races and family-friendly activities, the event promotes participation from both competitive runners and recreational participants.
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 2nd Trail - ACR Calvariense 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Calvaria de Cima, Porto de Mós. It features two main distances: a 17 km trail of medium difficulty and an 11 km mini-trail of low to medium difficulty, along with an 11 km walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the trail and mini-trail races, while the walk is open to all ages including minors accompanied by an adult. The races are part of the Porto de Mós Trail Trophy and offer a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
Participants will experience rural trails and municipal roads across Porto de Mós, Batalha, and Leiria, with marked routes and safety measures in place. The event also includes team classifications and prizes for top finishers and teams, making it a motivating challenge for trail runners.