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  • Thomar Urban Race
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    Thomar Urban Race

    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.

    • Walk 5 km
    • Urban Trail 15 km
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  • 8th Crossing of the Plain
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    8th Crossing of the Plain

    The 8th Travessia da Planície is a running and walking event taking place on October 24, 2026, between São Marcos da Ataboeira and Entradas. It offers an 11.24 km race and walking distances of 7 km or 11.24 km.

    Participation is open to all individuals, federated or not, with various age categories for the race and a single category for walking. The course features a point-to-point format starting at Largo do Poço and finishing at Av. de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, with partial traffic and marked routes.

    The event is organized by Câmara Municipal de Castro Verde with support from local associations and emergency services, providing a competitive and community atmosphere with awards and prizes for individual and team classifications.

    • Road Running 11.24 km
    • Walking 11.24 km, 7 km
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  • Estrela Road Challenge 2026

    Estrela Road Challenge 2026

    The Estrela Road Challenge 2026 is a challenging road running event taking place in Manteigas, Serra da Estrela, Portugal, on October 24-25, 2026. It features demanding courses that test endurance and strength amidst spectacular mountain scenery.

    Participants can choose between three race formats: the Uphill® 21 km race with 1600 m positive elevation gain, the Uphill + Downhill® 42 km race with 3200 m total elevation change, and the 42 km Relay Team® race where one runner completes the Uphill and the other the Downhill segment. The event is open to athletes aged 18 and above, requiring good physical condition and experience due to its mountain terrain.

    Set in the natural park of Serra da Estrela, the race offers unique landscapes of mountainous roads with strict environmental and social responsibility values. The atmosphere is competitive yet respectful and supportive, emphasizing ethics and solidarity among runners, volunteers, and organizers.

    • Estrela Road Challenge Uphill® 21 km
    • Estrela Road Challenge Uphill + Downhill® 42 km
    • Estrela Road Challenge Relay Team® 42 km
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  • 20 Kms of Almeirim
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    20 Kms of Almeirim

    The 39th edition of the 20 Kms de Almeirim – Rota da Sopa da Pedra will take place on October 25, 2026, in Almeirim, Portugal. This event features a competitive 20 km road race, a 10 km race, and a non-competitive 5 km mini/walk.

    The races are open to all athletes of both sexes in good health, with no license required, and have participant limits of 600 for the 20 km and 500 for the 10 km. The event is held on an urban circuit with detailed routes through the city streets.

    The race day starts at 10:00 AM, with water and other refreshments provided at various points along the courses. The event offers trophies and prizes for top finishers in various categories, including special awards for record holders and local athletes.

    • Road Running 20 km, 10 km
    • Walking 5 km
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  • 11th Halloween Run Party

    11th Halloween Run Party

    The 31st Corrida da Árvore Arkopharma is a running event taking place on February 28, 2026, at Parque do Monsanto, Lisbon. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and kids races for various age groups.

    The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the 10 km race, with specific categories for juniors, seniors, and veterans. The race route covers scenic urban park roads and trails within Monsanto Park, offering a unique outdoor experience.

    The event includes a festive atmosphere with awards for top finishers and participation mementos for all finishers, making it suitable for competitive runners and families alike.

    • Kids Race 0.5 km
    • Road Running 8 km
    • Walking 4 km
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  • LADEIRA ON FIRE 2026
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    LADEIRA ON FIRE 2026

    Ladeira On Fire 2026 is a competition exclusively for firefighters, taking place on November 7, 2026, in Nazaré. The event is organized by the Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários da Nazaré and features a challenging urban race format requiring full firefighter personal protective equipment.

    The race is open only to Volunteer Firefighters, Sapadores, and Municipal Firefighters, with a maximum of 200 participants. It includes male and female categories divided into age groups from 18 years and above.

    Participants experience a unique and demanding course on the Ladeira da Nazaré, fostering courage and strength in a spirited firefighter community atmosphere. The event concludes with a solidarity lunch featuring traditional dishes.

    • Road Running
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  • CASCAIS OEIRAS LISBOA 2026

    CASCAIS OEIRAS LISBOA 2026

    The 21KM Meia Maratona Cascais Oeiras Lisboa is a memorable half marathon race held on November 8, 2026. The course runs along the sea, starting at Casino Estoril in Cascais and finishing triumphantly at Praça do Império in Lisbon.

    The race offers a 21 km distance and includes a relay option. It is open to all runners without mention of license requirements. The event features a festive atmosphere with multiple starting pace blocks to accommodate different fitness levels.

    • 10km Marginal 10 km
    • 81st Relay 21 km
    • Half Marathon 21 km
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  • GRIFO24h
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    GRIFO24h

    The GRIFO24h is a 24-hour endurance running event taking place on November 14-15, 2026, at the Unidade de Intervenção da GNR in Pontinha, Lisbon. The event includes multiple races: 24 hours, 12 hours, 3 hours, and a Night Marathon, all designed to test physical and mental resilience.

    Open to individuals and teams, the event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for most races, with the 3-hour race allowing minors accompanied by an adult. It is part of the national 24-hour endurance running circuit for 2026, alongside two other events.

    The race course is a certified 2.235 km closed loop inside the GNR barracks, featuring mostly asphalt and some dirt surfaces. The event promotes camaraderie, strategy, and health culture, with a solidarity component supporting vulnerable families through food donations.

    • Ultra Marathon 24 H, 12 H, 3 H
    • Youth 3 H
    • Night Marathon 42 km
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  • Gerês Extreme Marathon

    Gerês Extreme Marathon

    The Gerês Extreme Marathon® is a road mountain marathon event taking place from November 27 to 29, 2026, in Vila do Gerês, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including Extreme Mile, Extreme 90k, Race 12km, Marathon 42km, Half Marathon 21km, and Mini Race 14km.

    The event is open to athletes aged 20 and above for most distances, with some shorter races allowing participants from 18 years old. It is held within the Peneda-Gerês National Park, emphasizing respect for the natural environment and requiring participants to carry their own hydration containers.

    This challenging race combines speed, long duration, significant elevation changes, and exposure to mountain weather conditions. The event includes strict rules on conduct and environmental responsibility, with limited participant numbers to ensure safety and sustainability.

    • Extreme 90 km
    • Marathon 42 km
    • Half Marathon 21 km
    • Road Running 14 km, 12 km
    • Extreme Mile
    Registration closes in 107 days 04 hours 16 min
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  • São Silvestre de Ponta Delgada
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    São Silvestre de Ponta Delgada

    The 62nd São Silvestre de Ponta Delgada is a running event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Ponta Delgada, Azores. It features two running courses and one walking route, including a Mini-Run of 1.3 km for younger and adapted sport categories, a main race of 6.2 km for other age groups, and a 4 km walk.

    The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes across multiple age categories, from children to veterans, including adapted sport participants. It offers individual and team classifications with trophies and monetary prizes for various categories.

    The event has a festive atmosphere with a broad participant profile, including children, adults, and adapted sport athletes, making it inclusive and community-oriented.

    • Mini-Run 1.3 km
    • Walking 4 km
    • Adpatado 6.2 km
    • Road Running 6.2 km
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