The Trail do Gadanha is a trail running event taking place on July 26, 2026, organized by AGE – Associação Gestos e Encontros with support from the Junta de Freguesia de Barroças e Taias. The event features competitive races of approximately 22 km (Trail Longo) and 14 km (Trail Curto), as well as a non-competitive 12 km Caminhada (walk).
The races start in the morning with the Trail Longo at 09:30, Trail Curto at 09:40, and the Caminhada at 10:00. The event promotes sporting engagement and social interaction among participants.
The 1st Trail de Arrifana, “Corre Quem Pode, Caminha Quem Quer”, takes place on July 26, 2026, in Arrifana, Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. Organized by A.A.R.C.C. – Associação Arrifana Running Corrida e Caminhada, with the support of the Parish Council of Arrifana and Santa Maria da Feira Municipality, the event combines sport and nature through trail running and walking routes in the local area.
The event includes a 15 km trail race and a 7 km walk, designed for participants who want either a more demanding trail experience or a more relaxed outdoor activity. The routes explore the natural trails of Arrifana and the surrounding municipality of Santa Maria da Feira.
The II Night Urban TrailRun Vales de Vimioso is a night urban trail running event taking place on August 1, 2026, in Vimioso. The race features a 16 km trail run and a 6 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Athletics Federation and individual popular runners, with foreign athletes participating by invitation only. The race starts at 20:30 and finishes in the center of Vimioso.
Participants compete in various age categories from Sub-20 to Vet 70+, with trophies awarded to the top three finishers in each category and gender. The event is organized by Motoclub Vimioso Furões in collaboration with the Municipality of Vimioso and supported technically by the Associação de Atletismo de Bragança.
Alvelos à Noite 2026 is a night running and walking event taking place on August 1, 2026, in Alvelos, Barcelos. The event features a 10 km run and a 10 km walk on a marked course through the parish of Alvelos, including some rugged trails and natural obstacles.
The race is open to all participants born in 2009 or earlier, with no distinction of nationality or gender, and does not require a license. It is part of the local community celebrations for the “Dia da Freguesia 2026” of Alvelos, supported by local institutions and companies.
The event offers a unique nighttime experience on trails with natural challenges, promoting a festive and community atmosphere. Both the run and walk start and finish at the Adro da Igreja Paroquial de Alvelos, with awards for the top three male and female runners.
The 10th Edition of the Trail Rota dos Espigueiros is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in Caparrosinha, Silvares, Tondela, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 31 km with 1100m elevation gain, a 22 km trail with 750m elevation gain, a Short Trail of 15 km with 500m elevation gain, a Kids Trail, and a Cultural Walk of 8 km.
The Long Trail, 22K Trail, and Short Trail are part of the National Trail Running Circuit in the Trail, Sprint, and Youth categories respectively. The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longer distances, 16+ for the short trail, and 5+ for the Kids Trail, with a maximum age limit of 75 years. The course offers a mix of forest, mountain, and rural landscapes with technical sections, river crossings, and forest trails, providing a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes competitive individual and team classifications with prize money and trophies, as well as a family-friendly atmosphere with a cultural walk and kids’ race, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.
The Corrida da Praia da Vieira takes place on August 8, 2026, in Praia da Vieira, combining competitive road running with a relaxed seaside atmosphere along the Portuguese coast.
Organized by Industrial Desportivo Vieirense and integrated into the ADAL middle-distance circuit, the event includes an approximately 8 km road race and an 8 km recreational walk, both starting and finishing on Avenida Marginal near the “Homenagem aos Náufragos do Salsinha”.
With an oceanfront setting, late-afternoon schedule and accessible distance, the event offers a summer running experience suitable for both competitive athletes and recreational participants looking to enjoy Praia da Vieira in an active environment.
The 3rd Fúria Trail Sunset is a trail running event taking place on August 8-9, 2026, in Freixianda, Ourém. It features competitive timed races including a 21 km Trail Curto, 14 km Mini-Trail, and 10 km 1st Experience Trail, along with a non-competitive 10 km walk and several kids’ trail races ranging from 1 to 2 km.
The event is open to all athletes, federated or not, with age categories for men and women from Sub 23 to 60+. The courses are circular, starting and finishing at the ACRVN headquarters, and include technical trails with moderate difficulty and marked routes. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with family-friendly activities, including kids’ races.
Participants will enjoy the scenic trails of the Vale do Nabão region, supported by local organizations and sponsors, promoting healthy habits and regional exposure.
The VIII Vila Chã Aldeia Trail is a trail running event taking place on August 9, 2026, in Vila Chã – Fornos de Algodres, Portugal. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and serves as the 6th stage of this series.
The event offers multiple distances: a long trail of approximately 22 km with 800 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of approximately 14 km with 500 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail and a walk of approximately 9 km with 200 meters of elevation gain. The long and short trails are open to all participants aged 18 and over, while the mini trail is open to participants aged 11 to 14 with parental consent.
The race courses predominantly follow trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams around the adjacent villages, providing a natural and challenging mountain terrain. The event promotes sports practice in the region and encourages respect for the environment and fair play among participants.
Corrida louROSA® is a women-only running and walking event taking place on August 29, 2026, in Lourosa, Santa Maria da Feira, Aveiro, Portugal. The event features a 5 km race and a 5 km walk, both designed for women of all ages to enjoy an active and festive atmosphere.
This event celebrates sport, health, and well-being in a joyful, family-friendly environment with music, dance, and fun activities. It is open to all women aged 18 and over for the race, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult. The event is not homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation but ensures safety and accessibility for all participants.
After the race and walk, a summer-end party continues with live music, DJ, inflatables for children, and a social space with food and drinks, making it a community celebration beyond just a sporting event.
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.
