{"id":48200,"date":"2026-05-04T15:31:49","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T14:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/?p=48200"},"modified":"2026-05-04T15:31:54","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T14:31:54","slug":"running-calendar-in-portugal-may-june-2026-where-to-race-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/running-calendar-in-portugal-may-june-2026-where-to-race-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Running Calendar in Portugal \u2013 May &amp; June 2026: Where to Race Next"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf06 Road races &amp; accessible events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something fast, social, or beginner-friendly, these are great options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Corrida Solid\u00e1ria AEIST x Nova SBE<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/corrida-solidaria-aeist-x-nova-su\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/corrida-solidaria-aeist-x-nova-su\/<\/a><br>A race with a strong social purpose, perfect if you want to run for more than just time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meia Maratona Atl\u00e2ntico Ocidental 2026<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/meia-maratona-atlantico-ocidental-2026\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/meia-maratona-atlantico-ocidental-2026\/<\/a><br>Ideal for testing your pace in a scenic coastal half marathon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corrida de Santiago de Subarrifana 2026<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/corrida-de-santiago-de-subarrifana-2026\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/corrida-de-santiago-de-subarrifana-2026\/<\/a><br>A traditional race with a local atmosphere and distances for different levels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf32 Trail running for every level<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to get off the road and into nature? These races are a great place to start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IX Lisboa Green Trail<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/ix-lisboa-green-trail\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/ix-lisboa-green-trail\/<\/a><br>A perfect introduction to trail running without leaving Lisbon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IV Trail Praia Mag8 (Sintra)<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/iv-trail-praia-mag8\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/iv-trail-praia-mag8\/<\/a><br>A beautiful mix of coastal views, trails, and challenging terrain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trail e Caminhada Encostas do T\u00e2mega 2026 (Penafiel)<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/trail-e-caminhada-encostas-do-tamega-2026\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/trail-e-caminhada-encostas-do-tamega-2026\/<\/a><br>More technical and demanding \u2014 great if you already have some trail experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>StepUp Trail Nossa Senhora do Pranto<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/stepup-trail-nossa-senhora-do-pranto\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/stepup-trail-nossa-senhora-do-pranto\/<\/a><br>A demanding course focused on endurance and elevation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>V Belas Cross Trail<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/v-belas-cross-trail\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/v-belas-cross-trail\/<\/a><br>A balanced trail race with a mix of runnable sections and nature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf19 Unique experiences (night races &amp; special formats)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want something different:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>IV Sesimbra Night Trail<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/iv-sesimbra-night-trail\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/iv-sesimbra-night-trail\/<\/a><br>Running at night brings a completely new experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>XVII Meia Maratona na Areia Analice Silva<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xvii-meia-maratona-na-areia-analice-silva\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xvii-meia-maratona-na-areia-analice-silva\/<\/a><br>One of the toughest races \u2014 running on sand is no joke.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f For those who want a real challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re aiming higher:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>XIX Ultra Maratona Caminhos do Tejo<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xix-ultra-maratona-caminhos-do-tejo\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xix-ultra-maratona-caminhos-do-tejo\/<\/a><br>A long-distance challenge for runners looking to push their limits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>XVII Trail de Con\u00edmbriga Terras de Sic\u00f3<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xvii-trail-de-conimbriga-terras-de-sico\/\">https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/xvii-trail-de-conimbriga-terras-de-sico\/<\/a><br>One of Portugal\u2019s most iconic trail running regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcc5 So\u2026 what\u2019s your next race?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many options in May and June, the hardest part is choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Discover more races and find your next challenge on <a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\">RaceFinder.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>May and June are some of the best months to run in Portugal. 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