The 2nd Grande Prémio Prof. José Lourenço is a popular athletics event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal. It features a competitive 10 km road race and a non-competitive 6 km family walk, both starting and finishing at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos.
The race is open to various age categories from under 23 to over 60, with trophies awarded to top finishers overall, by age group, and for teams. The walk offers a scenic mixed surface route, while the race is held entirely on asphalt. The event promotes sport and community spirit as part of the Festival do Caracol and the local associations meeting.
Participants benefit from electronic timing for the race, hydration and nutrition points, access to municipal pool changing facilities, and commemorative medals for all finishers. The event encourages environmental responsibility and fair play, with strict rules on conduct and disqualification criteria.
The Avelar Sunset Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Avelar, Portugal. It features four timed distances: Trail Longo (25 km), Trail Curto (17 km), Trail Sprint (12 km), and a Kids race, along with a non-timed 8 km Caminhada (walk).
This event is open to various age groups, promoting social interaction, health, and well-being through nature sports. It is part of the 2026 Municipal Trail Championship of Ansião, organized by the Avelar Sunset Team and the Municipality of Ansião.
The race offers a unique experience of running and walking at sunset in the parish of Avelar, with participants enjoying a dinner and celebrations marking the 31st anniversary of Avelar’s status as a town. The event welcomes all ages and includes a festive atmosphere.
The Sesimbra Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Sesimbra, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 20 km Trail Sprint and a 10 km Trail Jovem (run or walk), plus a 10 km walking event.
The 20 km race is open to junior athletes aged 18 and 19, while the 10 km race is open to juveniles aged 16 and 17. The event starts in the evening, with the 20 km race beginning at 20:00 and the 10 km race at 20:15, both starting at Praça da Califórnia.
The courses traverse exclusively the municipality of Sesimbra, offering night trail running with significant elevation gain, and the event includes a prize ceremony for top finishers and teams.
Costa Nova do Prado Popular Race is a road running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Costa Nova do Prado, Ílhavo. The event features a certified 10 km competitive race, a 5.5 km community walk, and a 500-meter kids race, offering participation opportunities for both competitive runners and recreational participants.
The main race is open to federated and non-federated athletes aged 18 and above, regardless of nationality, and follows an officially measured and World Athletics-certified course. The event also includes a non-competitive walk open to all ages and a children’s race for ages 4 to 13.
Organized by the Municipality of Ílhavo as part of Semana Jovem 2026, the event includes electronic chip timing, team and age-group classifications, prize money, athlete kit, aid stations, insurance coverage, and finisher medals.
The 45th Corrida das Fogueiras is a classic nighttime road race held on June 27, 2026, in Peniche, Portugal. The event features a 15K race, a 5K walk called Corrida das Fogueirinhas, and a 500m kids’ run, all starting at Avenida do Porto de Pesca with finishes at Marina de Peniche or the same location for the kids.
This race is unique for its nighttime setting illuminated by strategically placed bonfires along the course, creating a festive and communal atmosphere that culminates in a traditional sardine feast hosted by the community and municipality. The event welcomes senior and veteran runners for the 15K race, with classifications by overall, age groups, and teams.
The race includes organized start boxes by running pace to ensure a smooth experience for all athletes, from elite to recreational runners, and offers a family-friendly environment with the kids’ and walk segments.
The 1st Trail do Mineiro will take place on June 27, 2026, in Ervedosa, Portugal. This trail running event offers three main activities starting at 09:00: a 12 km trail race as the 3rd stage of the District Trail Championship, a 5 km short trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk starting at 10:00.
The race is open to athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Athletics Federation and individual popular runners, with foreign athletes allowed only by invitation. The event features multiple age categories from under 20 to over 70, with prizes for top finishers and team awards.
Participants will enjoy a competitive atmosphere supported by local organizations and technical assistance from the Athletics Association of Bragança, with the race starting and finishing in the center of Ervedosa.
The Trail Rota dos Moinhos takes place on June 28, 2026, in Albergaria-a-Velha, Portugal. Inspired by the region’s rich heritage of watermills and traditional bread production, the event follows scenic trails along rivers, valleys, and rural landscapes.
The event includes multiple formats such as Trail Longo, Trail Curto, and walking options, offering a combination of physical challenge and cultural immersion in one of Portugal’s most historic milling regions.
The 3rd Corrida do Egas Moniz is a running event taking place on June 28, 2026, in Penafiel – Paço de Sousa, Portugal. It features two race distances: 5 km and 10 km, plus a 5 km solidarity walk open to all ages and non-competitive.
The races are open to male and female participants in various age categories from 18 years and older, including senior and veteran divisions. The event is designed as a festive sports celebration, promoting health and quality of life, with part of the registration fees supporting local volunteer firefighters and the organizing football club.
All races start and finish near the Mosteiro do Salvador de Paço de Sousa, offering a community-centered atmosphere with awards, medals, technical t-shirts, and a post-race snack for all participants. The event also includes team awards and encourages clubs and associations to participate.
The 8th edition of Trilhos do Nabão is a trail running and walking event taking place on June 28, 2026, in Linhaceira, Tomar, Portugal. It offers three distances: an 11 km walk, a 15 km short trail, and a 30 km long trail, each with significant elevation gain and technical terrain.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, while the walk allows younger participants with parental responsibility. It is organized by the Associação Cultural e Recreativa da Linhaceira and promotes sport in a natural environment with marked trails and challenging obstacles.
The race features a festive atmosphere with trophies awarded by age categories and gender, as well as a prize for the largest team. The course includes technical sections with steep barriers requiring ropes, and aid stations provide hydration and snacks.
The Passeio Pedestre GF Serra da Estrela 2026 is a walking event taking place on June 28, 2026, in Seia, Portugal. This interpretive walk covers a distance of approximately 8.9 km with a moderate difficulty level and a 380m elevation gain. The route is circular, starting and finishing at the Câmara Municipal de Seia.
The event is open to all residents and companions of athletes participating in the Granfondo Serra da Estrela cycling races, welcoming participants aged 10 and older (minors must be accompanied by an adult). It offers a unique opportunity to explore rural and forest trails on the slopes of Seia, enriched by guided interpretation from the Associação Geopark Estrela, showcasing the natural and cultural heritage of the Serra da Estrela region.
The atmosphere is relaxed and educational, focusing on community and nature appreciation rather than competition. Participants receive a kit including a commemorative t-shirt, water, and other gifts, making the experience both enjoyable and memorable.
