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14 Races

The 1st Trail Unidos por Vilares is a trail running and walking event taking place on October 4, 2026, in Vilares, Serra de Matos, Portugal. It offers three distances: a challenging 25 km long trail, a dynamic 16 km short trail, and an 8 km non-competitive walk suitable for all ages.
The event welcomes both experienced athletes and leisure enthusiasts, promoting community spirit and showcasing the natural beauty of the Serra de Matos. Participants will experience technical trails with significant elevation changes and scenic views.
The race atmosphere encourages individual challenge and appreciation of the local environment, with a family-friendly walk included to engage all ages.
The 36th Meia Maratona Cidade de Ovar will take place on October 4, 2026, in Ovar, Portugal. This road running event features a half marathon distance of 21.0975 km, along with a 10 km competitive race, a non-competitive walk, and a free mini-marathon for children aged 7 to 14.
The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with foreign athletes allowed by invitation. It is part of the official national road race calendar and the World Athletics Global Calendar, and included in the Circuito Estrelas de Portugal series.
The race offers certified courses with official timing and classifications, supported by medical teams and security forces, and provides facilities such as showers for participants after the race.
The 1st Trail A.D.C. Grimancelos is a trail running event taking place on October 4, 2026, organized by the Associação Desportiva e Cultural de Grimancelos. The event aims to promote the local community from a sporting and social perspective.
The event features a 15 km timed trail run open to participants aged 18 and over, and an 8 km non-timed walk open to all ages, with minors required to be accompanied by an adult. The trail run includes varied terrain with elevation changes and technical difficulty.
Participants will enjoy a community-focused atmosphere with trophies awarded in multiple age categories for the trail run, including general and masters divisions, as well as a prize for the largest team. The walk offers a non-competitive option for a wide range of ages.
The IX Trail dos Carreteiros is a trail running event taking place on October 4, 2026, in the village of Roriz, Santo Tirso. It offers two trail distances of approximately 12 km and 22 km, as well as a non-competitive walk.
The event is open to all athletes without the need for a sports license, with participation available for minors under 18 only in the short trail and walk, with written authorization and accompaniment. The trails traverse local roads, technical single tracks, and rural paths, featuring cultural and patrimonial points of interest in Roriz.
The race atmosphere is recreational but timed, with individual bibs and public timing results. The event also includes team prizes and special medals for local residents, emphasizing community and tradition.
The Volkswagen Race will take place on October 5, 2026, at the Volkswagen factory in Palmela, Portugal. This unique running event offers participants the rare opportunity to run inside one of the largest and most influential automotive production facilities in the country.
The race welcomes all runners to experience the exclusive factory environment, making it a distinctive and memorable event. The course takes advantage of the restricted factory space, providing a unique urban-industrial atmosphere.
The 10th Grande Prémio do Vale Grande 2026 is a road running event taking place on October 5, 2026, in Odivelas, Portugal. The race offers a 10 km distance, along with additional 5 km runs, a children’s race called Corrida do Valentim with various age categories, and a walking event.
Open to participants of all ages and both sexes, with a maximum of 1000 participants allowed. The event features a festive atmosphere with a traditional post-race gathering including food and drinks. The race is organized by Associação Vale Grande and Câmara Municipal de Odivelas, with support from local authorities.
Participants can enjoy a well-supported course with multiple hydration stations and a technical athlete kit including a t-shirt, bib, chip timing for the 5 km and 10 km races, and medals for all finishers.
The Douro Ultra Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 9-10, 2026, in Peso da Régua, Portugal. It features four race distances: approximately 100 km (Ultra Trail Endurance), 50 km (Trail Longo), 28 km (Trail), and 15 km (Trail Curto).
Participants must be at least 18 years old for the Ultra Trail Endurance and Trail Longo races, while minors can participate in the shorter distances if accompanied by a responsible adult. The event allows individual and duo participation for the longer distances, emphasizing self-sufficiency and endurance in mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains.
The race courses include a variety of natural trails, forest roads, and some asphalt sections, with challenging elevation profiles and strict time cut-offs. The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual, duo, and team classifications and podium awards.
The V Trail do Queijo da Fajãzinha is a trail running and walking event taking place on October 10, 2026, on Ilha das Flores, Azores. It offers multiple distances: 42 km, 21 km, 11 km trail runs, a 6 km walk, and a 1 km kids’ race.
Open to participants aged 18+ for the longer distances, 16+ for the 11 km, and 6-12 years for the kids’ race, with no minimum age for the walk if accompanied by an adult. The event is part of the 2027 ATRP national trail running circuit and the São Miguel Island Trail Run circuit.
The courses traverse historic trails and stunning natural landscapes of the island, including lagoons, waterfalls, and protected flora and fauna areas, providing a unique connection with nature and local culture. The event fosters a community atmosphere suitable for families and trail enthusiasts alike.
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 EDP New Generation 2026 is a children’s running event taking place on October 10, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. It is part of the official program of the EDP Lisbon Marathon and is specifically designed for young athletes aged 6 to 17 years.
The race features multiple distance options tailored to age groups, ranging from 600 meters up to 2,500 meters. It is open to all youth athletes within the specified age categories without the need for a sports license, promoting early engagement in official athletics competitions under the National Road Championship for Youth.
The event is held around the Rossio dos Olivais area, close to the Meo Arena, offering a safe and festive atmosphere for young runners. Participants receive official race kits and medals, fostering a memorable and encouraging experience for the next generation of runners.