
Running
5 km
14 Races

The XIII Trail do Sor is a trail running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Ponte de Sor, Portugal. It offers multiple distances: a long trail of approximately 31 km, a short trail of approximately 17 km, a mini-trail of about 10 km (run or walk), and a Trail Kids category for children aged 5 to 13 years.
The event is open to various age groups, with specific age requirements for each distance, and is part of several national and district trail running circuits, including the Circuito Nacional de Trail, Circuito Nacional de Trail Sprint, and Circuito de Trail Jovem. The courses feature marked trails with natural obstacles, hills, and valleys around the Rio Sor area, providing a challenging and scenic experience.
The race atmosphere is competitive and inclusive, with categories for youth and adults, team competitions, and awards for various age groups and overall winners. The event also includes a walking option and encourages participation from a wide range of athletes.
The 11th Edition of the PIRILAMPOS NIGHT RUN BAJOUCA is a nighttime running race scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Bajouca, Leiria. The race starts and finishes at the Bajouca Athletics Track, offering a unique adventure-style course approximately 5 km long. The route features various obstacles and surprises, adding an exciting challenge for participants.
The race is open to all age groups, including categories for youth and adults, and involves timed individual starts in groups of five, spaced 20 seconds apart according to athletes’ best 5 km times. The course passes through several local olarias (pottery workshops) and regional points of interest, blending cultural elements with the physical challenge.
The event promises an engaging atmosphere with a mix of adventure and cultural exploration, requiring participants to use a headlamp or flashlight and reflective gear for safety. There is also a walking event starting at 20:35, open to all categories, making the event inclusive and family-friendly.
HYGOES 2026 is a competitive fitness race inspired by the Hyrox model, taking place on September 12, 2026, in Vila de Góis. The event features an 8 km run divided into eight 1 km laps, interspersed with eight functional workout stations.
The race is exclusively for Open Doubles teams, including male, female, and mixed pairs. Teams must complete all running and functional stations together, with the ability to divide station work freely between partners.
Participants will experience a challenging and dynamic competition combining running and strength exercises, fostering teamwork and endurance in a unique format.
The 17th Half Marathon of the Municipality of Castro Marim will take place on September 12, 2026, in Altura, Castro Marim. This running event includes a half marathon distance of 21.097 km and a minimarathon of 10.5 km, both held as night races starting at 20:00.
The race is open to federated, non-federated, and foreign athletes of both sexes, with age categories ranging from juniors to veterans. The half marathon consists of a 4-lap circuit, and the minimarathon consists of a 2-lap circuit, both on Avenida 24 de Junho in Altura.
Participants will experience a well-organized event with medical assistance, security presence, and liquid aid stations along the course. Awards include trophies by category and gender, monetary prizes for the top 5 overall finishers in the half marathon, and medals and t-shirts for all finishers.
The 2nd Vila Nova da Barquinha Race is a running event scheduled for September 12, 2026, starting at 7 PM in Vila Nova da Barquinha. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, welcoming participants of various ages and fitness levels.
The 10 km race is open to runners aged 18 and above, while the 5 km walk has no age limit. The event offers a festive atmosphere suitable for families and individuals alike, with hydration stations at 5 km and at the finish line.
Participants can enjoy a well-organized evening race with official timing chips, awards for top finishers, and a commemorative souvenir for all finishers.
STONE RACE OCR 2026 is an obstacle race event taking place on Sunday, September 12, 2026, in the urban park of Zona Norte in Almeirim, Portugal. The race covers approximately 6 kilometers with over 30 natural and artificial obstacles designed to test physical and mental endurance.
The event features three categories: Elite for highly fit competitive athletes, Open for amateur competitors aiming to overcome as many obstacles as possible, and Team Building for teams of four (including at least one female member) from companies or families to promote cohesion and teamwork.
Participants will experience a challenging course in a natural and urban environment, with a friendly and fun atmosphere. The race includes individual and team competitions with podiums for overall and age group categories.
The Bairrada Eco Challenge 2026 is an obstacle trail race taking place on September 12, 2026, in Oliveira do Bairro, Portugal. The main race covers approximately 12,000 to 13,000 meters along trails with natural obstacles, showcasing the scenic green spaces along the Rio Cértima and the parishes of Oliveira do Bairro, Oiã, and Recardães/Espinhel.
Open to participants aged 15 to 99 years, the event also features a junior race for ages 6 to 14 with a distance of 800 to 1,200 meters. The challenge is designed for all ages and includes family-friendly activities and entertainment to enjoy after the race.
The race atmosphere encourages participants to push their limits while enjoying the natural surroundings, with team and individual participation options available, including awards for best times, team spirit, and creative costumes.
The VIEIRAFIT Race is an urban obstacle race taking place on September 12, 2026, in the center of Vieira do Minho. The race covers approximately 10 km and includes over 30 obstacles of varying difficulty, combining natural and urban environments.
The event features several competition categories including Elite Liga FPOCR, Elite Internacional, Competitive Liga FPOCR, and a Fun category called Guerreiros. It is open to participants aged 16 and older, with specific rules for federated OCR athletes. The race is part of the OCR Portugal League and follows its regulations.
The race atmosphere is competitive with staggered starts every 10 minutes for groups of 40 participants. It also has a solidarity aspect, supporting a local institution in Vieira do Minho.
The Trail Solidário pelo Autismo is a solidarity and inclusive non-competitive trail event taking place on September 12, 2026, in Vale Venteiro, Tomar, Portugal. It features a trail run of approximately 14 km, a solidarity walk of approximately 10 km, and a sensory, playful, and inclusive children’s walk of short distance.
The event is open to all participants meeting the physical conditions required, with minimum age limits for each modality: 16 years for the trail run (with parental authorization for minors), 10 years for the walk (with adult supervision for minors), and 5 years for the children’s walk (also requiring adult supervision). It aims to raise awareness about autism and promote inclusion through sport, with all profits supporting local autism-related actions.
As a non-competitive event, there are no official classifications, timing, or performance awards, emphasizing solidarity and community spirit.
The Meia Maratona do Porto 2026 is a half marathon race scheduled to take place in Porto, Portugal. This event offers a competitive 21.1 km distance for road runners, welcoming participants from all backgrounds whether licensed or not.
The race is part of a broader running calendar that attracts both elite and amateur athletes. Participants can expect a scenic urban route through Porto’s iconic streets, combining historic architecture with vibrant city life.
The atmosphere is energetic and festive, ideal for runners aiming to achieve a personal best or enjoy a celebratory sporting experience. The event often includes parallel activities such as shorter runs for children and community engagement programs.