The EDP Lisbon Marathon 2026 is a prestigious marathon race held on October 10, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. This event features a classic marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers and is part of the World Athletics calendar with the ‘World Athletics Elite Label’, attracting top international elite athletes as well as thousands of amateur runners.

The race course starts at Estrada N6-7 in Carcavelos and finishes at the iconic Praça do Comércio, offering participants stunning views along the sea and river sides. The marathon is open to runners aged 18 and above, with a maximum limit of 18,000 participants. It is celebrated for its scenic route and festive atmosphere, endorsed by major media like Forbes and Huffington Post.

The event emphasizes inclusivity, allowing participation of athletes with visual impairments and those with mobility challenges using wheelchairs (assisted), ensuring equal opportunities. The race does not mention team or relay categories but offers a rich individual marathon experience in a world-class setting.

The Maratona do Algarve 2026 is a running event scheduled for December 6, 2026, with start and finish at Marina de Vilamoura. It features multiple race distances including a full marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.0975 km), 10K run, and a 5 km solidarity walk.

The races are open to participants born in specified years or earlier, with the marathon and half marathon requiring participants born in 2006 or earlier, and the 10K for those born in 2008 or earlier. The solidarity walk is open to all ages and is non-competitive.

The event follows strict regulations from the Portuguese Athletics Federation and World Athletics, offering a festive atmosphere with a variety of distances to accommodate different runners and walkers.