
Running
5 km
14 Races

The Acureto Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event taking place on September 5, 2026, at Parque do Acureto in Toucinhos, Alburitel, Portugal. This unique race features a 6.706 km loop that runners must complete every hour, with the goal of completing as many loops as possible consecutively.
Open to participants aged 18 and over, the event includes several race formats: the Backyard Ultra (unlimited loops), Backyard Long (6 loops, approximately 41 km), Backyard Short (3 loops, approximately 20.5 km), and a 9 km walk. The race tests endurance and strategy, with the winner being the last runner to complete a loop within the hour.
The course is marked with ribbons and night signage, and the event offers a challenging and strategic atmosphere for ultra runners, with support zones for rest and assistance.
The Paiva Montemuro Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a Long Trail of 30 km and a Short Trail of 15 km, as well as a non-competitive 12 km hike.
The event is open to all participants meeting the age requirements (18+ for competitive races, 14+ for the hike with parental authorization). The trails traverse the natural beauty of the Paiva River and Montemuro Mountain, including technical singletracks, riverbanks, and mountainous terrain with notable points such as Fragas do Inferno and old mines.
The race atmosphere promotes fair play and respect for nature, with organized aid stations, electronic timing, and a post-race meal and shower facilities. Awards and prize money are provided for top finishers in both male and female categories across various age groups and teams.
The 37th Corrida da Festa do Avante! 2026 is a 10 km running race taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at Avenida Silva Gomes near E-Leclerc in Amora, Portugal. The route leads towards the Festa do Avante! at Quinta da Atalaia, with a turnaround near the 25 de Abril stage, returning to the start and finishing there.
This open race welcomes club representatives, federated or not, associations, and individual athletes. The course is homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation, ensuring official standards and competitive integrity.
The event promotes sportsmanship, solidarity, and the values of sport as a unifying activity, integrated within the cultural and political program of the Festa do Avante! It offers a festive atmosphere encouraging participation from a broad community.
The Ultra Trail de Cerveira 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Vila Nova de Cerveira, Portugal. It features three distances: a competitive Long Trail of approximately 38 km with 2240 m elevation gain, a competitive Sprint Trail of approximately 18 km with 1080 m elevation gain, and a recreational Mini-Trail/Walk of approximately 11 km with 685 m elevation gain.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the Long and Mini-Trail, and from 14 years old for the Sprint Trail with parental authorization. It is part of the ATRP National Circuits, with athletes able to participate with or without a license, provided they meet physical and safety requirements. The race courses traverse mountain trails, forest roads, streams, and rocky terrain, offering a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes strict rules on mandatory equipment, safety, and conduct, with aid stations providing liquids and solids along the routes. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with categories for individual men and women across various age groups and team classifications.
The 3rd Corrida do Centro Popular dos Trabalhadores do Bairro de Carcavelos is a running race taking place on September 6, 2026, in Guifões, Matosinhos. The event features a 10,000-meter race and a 6,000-meter walk.
Open to all participants who are physically fit and able to compete, with no mention of license requirements. The race starts and finishes in front of the Junta de Freguesia de Guifões, offering a scenic route through the local area.
The event also includes a kids’ participation category for children up to 10 years old, with free participation for ages 6 to 10, making it a family-friendly occasion.
The 4th Lusical Run/Walk 2026 is a running and walking event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Lusical and Alcanede, Portugal. The event features a 12 km run and an 8 km walk, both starting at Lusical and finishing at the Alcanede Volunteer Firefighters facilities.
The run is open to all participants aged 18 and over, with competitive categories by age groups, while the walk is non-competitive. The course includes dirt roads, trails, and asphalt, passing through local villages, a kart track, a playground, and the Alcanede Castle, offering a varied and scenic route.
The event also includes a Youth Race on September 5, with distances for children aged 5 to 15, promoting athletics and healthy habits among young participants. The atmosphere combines competition with community and family engagement.
The 4th edition of the Trail do Chapeleiro is a trail running race taking place on September 6, 2026, in São João da Madeira, Portugal. The race features routes through trails, paths, and hills, starting and finishing at the Parque Urbano do Rio Ul.
The event includes a main trail race, a walking event, and a kids’ trail, with categories for seniors, veterans, and children. It passes through areas near Santa Maria da Feira and Oliveira de Azeméis, offering varied terrain and scenic landscapes.
The 31st Corrida da Nau is a running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Vila do Conde, Portugal. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, both starting and finishing near the iconic Nau Quinhentista, a symbol of the city’s maritime heritage.
The 10 km race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all genders across various age categories from 18 years and older. The 5 km walk is non-competitive and open to all ages, encouraging participation for leisure and sport enjoyment. The event celebrates local history and culture, combining sport with the unique urban and maritime landscape of Vila do Conde.
The Cebola Run is a running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Rio Maior, Portugal. It features a 10 km race starting and finishing at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Rio Maior, beginning at 11:00 AM.
There is also a children’s race called Corrida das Cebolinhas with various short distances for different age groups, starting at 10:15 AM. The event is open to all participants with age restrictions: 18+ for the 10 km race and children born between 2011 and 2020 for the kids’ races.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers, finisher medals, and participation medals for children. The event includes hydration stations and a well-organized kit distribution system.
The Penacova Trail do Centro is a trail running event taking place on September 5-6, 2026, at Praia do Reconquinho, Penacova, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a 46 km ultra trail, 31 km trail, 16 km mini trail/walk, a 2 km prologue, and a Trail Kids race.
Open to athletes aged 18 and over, the event is part of the Best Trail Series and the National Circuit of the ATRP. The courses feature mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, technical trails, and variable weather conditions, demanding high physical fitness and self-management from participants.
The event includes a prologue time trial and a kids’ race on September 5, with the main competitive distances held on September 6. The race atmosphere combines competitive challenge with community engagement and environmental responsibility.