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Half Marathon São João das Lampas

The 48th São João das Lampas Half Marathon returns on 12 September 2026, continuing one of Portugal’s longest-running road races. Organised by the Grupo de Dinamização Desportiva with the support of the Parish Council of São João das Lampas and Sintra Municipality, the event combines tradition, community spirit and competitive road running through the scenic countryside of Sintra.

Participants can choose between the official Half Marathon (21.1 km) and the Meia Rampa (13 km), a shorter race that follows the first section of the half marathon course. Both events start and finish in São João das Lampas, taking runners through several surrounding villages on rolling rural roads.

With electronic chip timing, multiple aid stations, team classifications and prizes across numerous age groups, the event welcomes both experienced runners and those looking to tackle a shorter road race in a friendly and well-established atmosphere.

Half Marathon 21 km

Road Running 13 km
12

Sep

Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

11 € — 14 €
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Leiria Run 2026

The 11th edition of Leiria Run is a running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features a 14 km race and a 9 km walk, both starting in the city center and finishing at the Municipal Stadium Dr. Magalhães Pessoa.

The race is open to all participants born on or before September 15, 2008, excluding minors under 18 years old. The event offers a festive atmosphere with music, food, and drinks after the race, including an awards ceremony.

Participants will experience running through unexpected city locations, including a guaranteed river crossing, making it a unique urban race experience.

Road Running 14 km

Walk 9 km
19

Sep

Leiria, Portugal

7 € — 12 €

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Great Prize Caldas de São Jorge

The 22nd Grande Prémio do Caldas de São Jorge Sport Clube is a running event taking place on September 20, 2026, in Caldas de São Jorge, Santa Maria da Feira. It features multiple race distances tailored to different age groups, ranging from 400 meters for the youngest categories to 8300 meters for seniors and veterans.

The event welcomes athletes registered with any association in the country, including clubs, schools, and individuals, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants. The race day includes categories for children, juniors, seniors, and veterans, with separate classifications for male and female athletes in some races.

Alongside the competitive races, there is a 4500-meter walk open to all, contributing to a festive and inclusive atmosphere. The event is organized by Caldas de São Jorge Sport Clube and supported by local authorities to ensure safety and smooth logistics.

Road Running 8.3 km

Walk 4.5 km

Kids
20

Sep

Santa Maria da Feira, Aveiro, Portugal

Free — 11 €

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ESCADÓRIOS DA HUMANIDADE 2026

Escadórios da Humanidade 2026 is a firefighter stair climbing competition taking place on September 26, 2026, in Braga, Portugal. Participants compete by climbing 566 steps wearing full firefighting gear, including breathing apparatus.

The event is open to male and female firefighters aged 18 and above, divided into age categories from under 25 to over 60 years. Competitors must be physically fit and authorized by their fire department commanders to participate.

The race emphasizes discipline, safety, and team spirit, with individual and team classifications based on the best times. All finishers receive a commemorative medal, snacks, and hydration at the event’s conclusion.

Stairway of Humanity 566 steps
26

Sep

Braga, Portugal

7,50 €
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7th Volta - Vidrala 2026

The 3rd edition of the road race “Volta aos 7 – Vidrala” will take place on September 26, 2026, in Marinha Grande. This event features a 7 km urban running course starting and finishing near the Câmara Municipal da Marinha Grande.

Participation is open to all individuals without contraindications for sports practice, with a limit of 1000 registrations for safety and organizational reasons. The race uses chip timing with live projected results for continuous classification updates.

The event also includes a 7 km walk open to all ages, and offers a festive atmosphere with trophies for top finishers, team awards, and participation medals for all finishers.

Road Running 7 km

Walking 7 km

Walk for less than 10 year olds 7 km
26

Sep

Marinha Grande, Leiria, Portugal

Free — 13,50 €
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Bimbo Global Race

The 11th Bimbo Global Race takes place on September 27, 2026, in Belém, Lisbon, bringing together runners, families and communities in one of the world’s largest global running events.

Organized in Portugal by Xistarca, the event combines competition, health and social impact, promoting healthy lifestyles and solidarity through multiple race formats suitable for all ages and experience levels.

Set against the riverside scenery of Belém, the event includes a 10 km race, a 5 km mini-race, a 5 km walk and several Kids Race distances, creating a festive and inclusive atmosphere focused on movement, community and positive impact.

Road Running 10 km, 5 km

Walking 5 km

Kids Race
27

Sep

Lisboa, Portugal

6 € — 14 €
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EDP 8K

The EDP 8K 2026 is a running race taking place on October 11, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. The event starts at the Vasco da Gama Bridge and finishes at the Alameda dos Oceanos near the Pavilion of Portugal, providing a unique experience of running across one of Lisbon’s iconic landmarks with stunning views over the Tagus River and the city.

This race features a single distance of 8 kilometers and is open to participants aged 9 and above, with minors required to be accompanied by an adult. It is part of the program of the EDP Marathon of Lisbon, aligning with the Hyundai Half Marathon and offering a shared course for much of the route. The event is non-competitive in nature but awards prizes to the first three male and female finishers.

The atmosphere of the EDP 8K is inclusive and festive, welcoming a large field with a participant limit of 7,000 runners. The race includes dedicated provisions for athletes with disabilities, including participants with visual impairment and those using wheelchairs, ensuring accessibility and equality. The event also features official hydration points and the organizational support typical of major urban races.

Road Running 8 km
11

Oct

Lisboa, Portugal

32 €

2
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34th Volta a Silgueiros

The 34th Volta a Silgueiros is a road running event taking place on October 11, 2026, in Silgueiros, Viseu. The event features a main 15K race, a youth competition with official routes for various age groups, and a 5 km walk open to all ages.

The race is open to participants aged 18 and over for the 15K, with youth categories for younger runners. The event emphasizes community spirit and tradition, culminating in a convivial lunch for all athletes, friends, and family. It offers a festive and inclusive atmosphere combining sport and social gathering.

Road Running 15 km

Walking 5 km

Youth Run
11

Oct

Viseu, Portugal

Free — 12 €
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PONTE RUN 2026

Corrida da Ponte 2026 is a 10 km running race taking place on October 11, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. This event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all genders, including juniors, seniors, and veterans.

The race route crosses the iconic Ponte Eiffel over the Rio Lima and covers urban streets of Viana do Castelo, offering a dynamic city running experience. The event also includes youth races with shorter distances for various age groups, making it inclusive for younger participants.

With organized timing, official classifications by age categories and teams, and monetary prizes for top finishers, Corrida da Ponte 2026 combines competitive spirit with community engagement in a festive atmosphere.

Road Running 10 km

Kids
11

Oct

Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Free — 10 €
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3rd Stork Mile

The 3rd Milha da Cegonha is a running race scheduled for October 11, 2026, in Lourinhã, Portugal. The event starts at 09:30 and is organized by the Associação Atletismo Lisboa.

Road Running 1.6 km

Jovem

Kids
11

Oct

Lourinhã, Lisboa, Portugal

Free
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