Running Calendar in Portugal – May & June 2026: Where to Race Next

May and June are some of the best months to run in Portugal. Longer days, great weather, and a packed race calendar make it the perfect time to find your next challenge.

Whether you’re looking for a road race, your first trail, or a more demanding endurance event, here are some of the best races to add to your calendar.

🌆 Road races & accessible events

If you’re looking for something fast, social, or beginner-friendly, these are great options:

• Corrida Solidária AEIST x Nova SBE
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/corrida-solidaria-aeist-x-nova-su/
  A race with a strong social purpose, perfect if you want to run for more than just time.
• Meia Maratona Atlântico Ocidental 2026
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/meia-maratona-atlantico-ocidental-2026/
  Ideal for testing your pace in a scenic coastal half marathon.
• Corrida de Santiago de Subarrifana 2026
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/corrida-de-santiago-de-subarrifana-2026/
  A traditional race with a local atmosphere and distances for different levels.

🌲 Trail running for every level

Looking to get off the road and into nature? These races are a great place to start:

• IX Lisboa Green Trail
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/ix-lisboa-green-trail/
  A perfect introduction to trail running without leaving Lisbon.
• IV Trail Praia Mag8 (Sintra)
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/iv-trail-praia-mag8/
  A beautiful mix of coastal views, trails, and challenging terrain.
• Trail e Caminhada Encostas do Tâmega 2026 (Penafiel)
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/trail-e-caminhada-encostas-do-tamega-2026/
  More technical and demanding — great if you already have some trail experience.
• StepUp Trail Nossa Senhora do Pranto
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/stepup-trail-nossa-senhora-do-pranto/
  A demanding course focused on endurance and elevation.
• V Belas Cross Trail
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/v-belas-cross-trail/
  A balanced trail race with a mix of runnable sections and nature.

🌙 Unique experiences (night races & special formats)

If you want something different:

• IV Sesimbra Night Trail
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/iv-sesimbra-night-trail/
  Running at night brings a completely new experience.
• XVII Meia Maratona na Areia Analice Silva
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/xvii-meia-maratona-na-areia-analice-silva/
  One of the toughest races — running on sand is no joke.

🏔️ For those who want a real challenge

If you’re aiming higher:

• XIX Ultra Maratona Caminhos do Tejo
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/xix-ultra-maratona-caminhos-do-tejo/
  A long-distance challenge for runners looking to push their limits.
• XVII Trail de Conímbriga Terras de Sicó
  👉 https://racefinder.pt/pt/event/xvii-trail-de-conimbriga-terras-de-sico/
  One of Portugal’s most iconic trail running regions.

📅 So… what’s your next race?

With so many options in May and June, the hardest part is choosing.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, trying trail running for the first time, or just looking for a new experience, this is the perfect time to get out there.

👉 Discover more races and find your next challenge on RaceFinder.