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Your 2026 Portugal Running Guide – February & March Races

Paula Veloso
by Paula Veloso
6 months ago

Keywords: running calendar Portugal 2026, running races Portugal, sports events Portugal 2026

There’s a moment every year when runners feel the shift.

The days get a little brighter.
Long runs no longer start in the dark.
And suddenly, your body starts asking for something familiar — a starting line.

In Portugal, the running season truly begins in February and March, when the first big events return and thousands of runners choose their first race of the year.

If you’re searching for the best running races in Portugal in early 2026, here’s a curated guide with verified dates and distances from RaceFinder.

Let’s dive in. 👇

📅 February 2026 – Getting Back Into Rhythm

❤️ Corrida dos Namorados

Lisbon | 15/02/2026

A light and fun race to shake off the winter routine — perfect for easing back into training.

🎭 Carnaval Run

Lousada | 15/02/2026

Festive, colourful, and full of personality. A great choice if you’re looking for a relaxed February race.

❄️ 4 Seasons Run – CoimbraShopping (Winter Edition)

Coimbra | 15/02/2026

A classic of Coimbra, ideal for testing your pace early in the year — especially for 10K runners.

🌳 Corrida da Árvore

Lisbon | 28/02/2026

A scenic and beginner-friendly event with plenty of green surroundings in the heart of the capital.

📅 March 2026 – The Season Starts for Real

💗 Women’s Run

Mangualde | 08/03/2026

One of Portugal’s biggest solidarity races. Accessible, emotional, and highly popular.

👨‍👦 Father’s Day Run

Porto | 15/03/2026

A family-focused event that blends tradition with sport — perfect for a feel-good race day.

🔵 18th Corrida do Benfica António Leitão

Lisbon | 29/03/2026

An iconic Lisbon event with thousands of runners — fast, energetic, and great for early-season racing.

👉 Explore all February & March running events on RaceFinder

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