
Running
5 km
14 Races

The IV Trail Vale do Homem is a trail running event taking place on October 11, 2026, in the municipality of Vila Verde, Portugal. It offers three race options: a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 14 km, and an 8 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants allowed in the short trail with a responsible guardian. The walk is open to ages 2 to 90. The races feature medium to medium/high difficulty terrain along river margins and mountain trails, with significant elevation changes.
The event is organized by the Associação e Freguesias do Vale do Homem with local parish collaborations and includes timed races with chip timing for the trails, food and hydration stations, and a prize ceremony for finishers and category winners.
DUAL 3 is a doubles competition combining track running with functional exercises, taking place on 11 October 2026 at the University of Aveiro Athletics Track.
The event consists of 8 rounds, always following the format of running + functional station. In the Regular level, each round begins with 400 m of running, corresponding to 3.2 km of running in total. In the Advanced level, each round includes 800 m, for a total of 6.4 km of running.
Both members of the pair must complete all running segments together. At the functional stations, athletes work alternately: only one athlete may perform the exercise at a time, while the other remains at rest. The total workload defined for each station is achieved through the combined effort of both athletes, and the pair may freely decide how to divide the repetitions or distance.
Across the 8 rounds, participants will complete Box Jumps, Single Arm Snatch, Walking Lunge, Push-Ups, Farmer’s Carry, Bear Crawl or Bear Crawl/Crab Walk, Burpee Broad Jump and Partner Wallballs.
The clock starts at the beginning of the first run and stops only when the pair completes the final functional station, with no pauses during transitions.
The 10th Trail Caminho Português de Santiago Interior is a trail running event scheduled for October 11, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. It offers participants the opportunity to experience a challenging race through the scenic interior region.
The race is open to athletes who meet the participation requirements as outlined in the official regulations. The event is part of the STOP and GO Events Circuits, attracting trail running enthusiasts.
The Corrida Sporting is a 10 km running race taking place on November 15, 2026, in Lisbon. This event welcomes participants of all ages, including a children’s race for ages 5 to 13 and a 4 km family walk, making it a day full of sport and community spirit.
Organized by Fundação Sporting, the race offers an opportunity to paint the streets of Lisbon in green and white, celebrating the Sporting community with a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
The UTAX AXtrail®2026 is a trail running event to be held from October 16 to 18, 2026, in Castanheira de Pera, Portugal. It offers a variety of competitive race distances including a challenging 107 km UTAX ultra trail, 56 km TSL, 32 km TX, 16 km MTX, and an 8 km Caminho do Xisto trail, ensuring there are options for runners at different levels.
The event is open to individual participants with minimum age requirements varying by race distance, and it is part of a broader AXtrail®series. The courses traverse the natural beauty of the Aldeias do Xisto territory, combining demanding mountain terrain with scenic paths. The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community and social elements, including additional events such as AXtrail Kids and AXtrail da Inclusão, making it an inclusive and festive experience.
Team classifications and awards are included in some races (UTAX, TSL, TX), and the event features robust logistical support including aid stations, safety teams, and post-race recovery facilities, enhancing the overall experience for participants.
Só Para Bravos is a firefighter-inspired endurance challenge organized by the Entroncamento Volunteer Fire Brigade, designed to test the physical and mental resilience of participants through a demanding course completed in full wildfire protection equipment.
Held inside Parque Verde do Bonito, the event recreates operational conditions faced by emergency and civil protection forces, requiring all participants to complete an approximately 1.5 km mixed-terrain route while carrying full forest firefighting PPE, including Fire Shelter equipment.
Open to firefighters, forest sapper teams, armed forces and other civil protection entities, the challenge combines endurance, discipline and operational readiness in a unique competition environment focused on resilience and overcoming limits.
The Azores Hybrid Race is a hybrid fitness competition combining running and functional stations, held on October 17-18, 2026, at Portas do Mar, Ponta Delgada. The race follows the official HYROX standards, offering a unique challenge for fitness enthusiasts.
Open to elite male and female athletes, the event includes various categories such as single, doubles (male, female, mixed), and relay teams. It provides a competitive and dynamic atmosphere for participants.
Urban Obstacles Loures 2026 takes place on October 17, 2026, at Parque Papa Francisco in Loures, Lisbon District. Organized by Universal Events with the support of the Municipality of Loures, the event combines obstacle course racing, urban challenges and family-friendly experiences in a single event.
The main race features an urban obstacle course of approximately 8 km with more than 20 obstacles. Competitive athletes can participate in the OCR Portugal League categories, while recreational participants can choose the Urban Challenge or the Open Urban Halloween race.
The event also includes a dedicated Urban Kids race and a night-time Halloween experience featuring music, entertainment, a DJ and street food.
The Thomar Urban Race makes its debut on 17 October 2026, inviting runners to discover the historic city of Tomar through a unique urban trail experience. Combining sport, culture and heritage, the 15 km course takes participants through some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Aqueduct of Pegões, Mata dos Sete Montes, Castle of the Knights Templar and the Convent of Christ surroundings.
Alongside the competitive race, the event also features a 5 km recreational walk, allowing participants of all fitness levels to enjoy Tomar’s historic centre and green spaces. Held during the traditional Feira de Santa Iria, the event blends competition with sightseeing, creating an unforgettable sporting experience.
The Thomar Urban Race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes and promises a challenging yet accessible course with medium technical difficulty and a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of the city.
The IV Edition of Trail por Terras do Adufe is a trail running event taking place on October 17, 2026, in Penha Garcia, Idanha-a-Nova, Portugal. It features three competitive races and one non-competitive walk, with distances of 33 km (1400 m elevation gain), 21 km (750 m elevation gain), 14 km (400 m elevation gain), and a 9 km walk (300 m elevation gain).
The event is part of the Beira Baixa Trail Running Circuit (CTRBB) and is open to various age categories, including youth and adults, with minimum age requirements depending on the race. The courses are circular, starting and finishing at the Junta de Freguesia, and traverse scenic landscapes including hills, valleys, and historic trails.
The race promotes community spirit, health, and well-being, offering a festive atmosphere that showcases local culture, gastronomy, and natural beauty. It includes team awards and prizes for multiple age groups, making it a comprehensive trail running experience.