Runset Alcobaça 2026 is an urban trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Alcobaça, Portugal. The main race covers approximately 13 km, featuring a mixed trail through urban paths with stairs, elevation changes, and architectural obstacles.
Alongside the main race, there is a Mini Race/Caminhada of about 8 km and a Kids Race, both non-competitive. The event welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the main race and Mini Race, with various age categories for the Kids Race.
The course passes through notable city landmarks such as the Wine Museum, Volunteer Firefighters Museum, City Hall, Jardim do Amor, Castle, and the historic Monastery of Alcobaça, offering a unique urban cultural experience. The event also includes a family-friendly atmosphere with non-competitive races for all ages.
The 10th edition of Aquae Flaviae Night Running is a night running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Chaves, Portugal. It features a 13 km urban race and an 8 km urban walk, both on flat courses without significant elevation changes.
The race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with age categories for seniors and veterans. The event also includes kids’ races for ages 4-8 and 9-12, making it family-friendly. Participants will run through the streets of Chaves illuminated by their race-provided lights, creating a unique nighttime atmosphere.
The Vitalis Kids Challenge by Hyundai 4th Stage is a free athletics event for children born between 2009 and 2023, promoting sports practice and healthy habits from an early age. It will take place on July 12, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM at the athletics track in Leça da Palmeira.
The event features multiple running distances according to age categories, ranging from 600 meters to 3000 meters, all held on the athletics track. It is open to all children within the specified age groups, regardless of club affiliation.
Participants receive a medal and event t-shirt, and the competition is organized with individual classifications for each age group, fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for young athletes.
The 7th Trilho da Água Trail is a trail running event taking place on July 11 and 12, 2026, in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal, starting and finishing at Parque Urbano das Nogueiras. The event features three races: Trail Sprint (19 km), Mini-Trail/Walk (12 km), and Kids Run (0.4 to 2.8 km).
The Trail Sprint race counts towards the Viseu District Trail Running Circuit and is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the Mini-Trail/Walk is open to those 16 and over, and the Kids Run to children aged 5 to 15. The courses run along trails by the Vouga, Sul, Troço rivers, and Ribeira de Ribamá, offering a medium difficulty level with technical terrain and varied surfaces including dirt, stones, asphalt, and cobblestones.
The event promotes a fair-play spirit and environmental respect, with a family-friendly Kids Run and awards for individual and team performances, making it a comprehensive trail running experience in a scenic natural setting.
The 8th Trail Solidário de Ribeirão is a trail running event taking place on July 19, 2026, in Ribeirão, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It features a 15 km trail race, an 8 km non-competitive walk, and a kids’ trail for ages 5 to 12.
The event is open to a wide range of participants, including children and adults, with various age categories for the trail race. It combines sport with solidarity, as proceeds from the walk support charitable causes, including aid for a child named Lara and donations to an animal rescue center.
The race offers a new route to discover the trails of Ribeirão, promoting physical activity, community spirit, and festivity in a supportive atmosphere.
The VI Amazing Espite Trail is a trail running event taking place on July 18-19, 2026, in Espite, Ourém, Portugal. It features technical trail courses with a family-friendly atmosphere and strong local community involvement.
The event offers multiple distances: a 10 km Mini Trail and Caminhada, a 19 km Trail Sprint, and a 31 km Trail Longo, with positive elevation gains ranging from 400 m to 1600 m. Participation is open to athletes meeting minimum age requirements, with no mention of license requirements.
The event includes Trail Kids and Trail Inclusivo races promoting inclusion and youth participation, held on the evening before the main races. The race is part of recognized trail running circuits including ATRP and ITRA, with electronic timing and mandatory control points ensuring fair competition.
The Trail Noturno de Toledo 2026 is a night trail running event taking place on July 25, 2026, in Toledo, Vimeiro, Lourinhã, Portugal. It features a 16 km trail run, an 8 km walk, and various youth trail distances ranging from 300 to 2000 meters.
The event is open to all participants, including minors with parental authorization, and includes age categories for both youth and adults. It offers a festive atmosphere with competitive and non-competitive options, including a Mini TNT for kids and a walk without prizes.
Participants will experience a course mainly on dirt trails passing through several localities, with a moderate difficulty level and elevation gain of approximately +300 meters. The event also includes team classifications and monetary prizes for top teams.
The Trail Terras de Oiã is a trail running event taking place on July 26, 2026, in the parish of Oiã, Oliveira do Bairro, Portugal. It features four races: a 24 km Long Trail, a 16 km Short Trail, an 8 km Mini Trail, and a 1 km Trail Kids, along with an 8 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18+ for the Long Trail and 15+ for the Short and Mini Trails, with the Trail Kids for children up to 12 years old. The races are timed except for the Trail Kids and walk. The courses traverse rural and forest trails with moderate elevation, offering a scenic and natural experience.
The atmosphere is community-focused with competitive and recreational options, including team trophies and prizes for top finishers. The event also includes a prize money for the top three male and female athletes in the two longest competitive races.
The 10th Edition of the Trail Rota dos Espigueiros is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in Caparrosinha, Silvares, Tondela, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 31 km with 1100m elevation gain, a 22 km trail with 750m elevation gain, a Short Trail of 15 km with 500m elevation gain, a Kids Trail, and a Cultural Walk of 8 km.
The Long Trail, 22K Trail, and Short Trail are part of the National Trail Running Circuit in the Trail, Sprint, and Youth categories respectively. The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longer distances, 16+ for the short trail, and 5+ for the Kids Trail, with a maximum age limit of 75 years. The course offers a mix of forest, mountain, and rural landscapes with technical sections, river crossings, and forest trails, providing a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes competitive individual and team classifications with prize money and trophies, as well as a family-friendly atmosphere with a cultural walk and kids’ race, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.
The III Vila Chã Kids Trail is a trail running event taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Vila Chã, Fornos de Algodres, Guarda. It is designed specifically for children, offering a unique opportunity for young athletes to experience trail running in a supportive environment.
The event starts at 09:00 and features a kid-friendly course suitable for young participants. It is open to children, promoting physical activity and outdoor adventure in a scenic location.
