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The I Trail Batalha de Trancoso is a trail running event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Trancoso, Guarda, Portugal. It features a long trail of approximately 25 km with 900 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of approximately 15 km with 600 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail, and a recreational walk of about 10 km with 300 meters of elevation gain.

The event is open to all individuals aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, and to participants aged 11 or older for the mini trail, with parental consent required for minors. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and constitutes its 4th stage.

The trails are predominantly on paths, rural roads, and dirt tracks, set in mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes. The event promotes sports practice in the region and includes a festive atmosphere with awards and finisher prizes.

RUN4 CHILDREN | Almada Forum 2026 is a solidarity sports event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Almada, Portugal, organized by Play4 Children Association with technical organization by Xistarca. The event starts at Almada Forum and finishes at Parque da Paz, promoting physical activity while supporting social causes.

The event features multiple formats suitable for all ages and fitness levels, including a 10 km run, a 5 km solidarity cycling ride, a 5 km family walk and dog walk (Cãominhada), and the Mini Champions 500 m race for children. Each race is designed to encourage community participation in a festive and inclusive atmosphere.

All participants receive official race support, including aid stations, safety services, and finisher recognition. Proceeds from the event contribute directly to Play4 Children’s social initiatives, reinforcing the event’s strong charitable mission.

The Furnas Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on May 30, 2026, on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. It offers different race distances including sprint, mini trail, and a walking option, catering to a wide range of participants.

Open to various age categories including seniors and veterans, the event is organized by Clube Desportivo e Cultural Juventude Ilha Verde (JIV) with support from the Municipality of Povoação. It emphasizes environmental sustainability and promotes the culture and landscapes of the Povoação region.

The event is known for its lively atmosphere and unique night-time trail running experience, combining challenging courses with cultural and natural highlights. It also includes a walking event, broadening its appeal to different types of participants.

Ultra Maratona Caminhos do Tejo is an ultra marathon trail running event scheduled for June 5-6, 2026, in Portugal. The race offers two distances: a challenging 144 km race starting from Lisbon and a shorter 58 km race starting from Santarém, both finishing at the Sanctuary of Fátima.

The event is open to all runners aged 20 and above, whether federated or not, and includes male and female categories. It is part of prominent series, awarding UTMB points for finishers: 5 points for the full 144 km and 2 points for the 58 km, aligning it with international ultra endurance competitions.

Participants will traverse historic pilgrimage routes along the Tagus River, experiencing varied landscapes from urban Lisbon through rural and natural trails, culminating in the spiritual atmosphere of Fátima. The race fosters a competitive yet supportive environment with no team or relay events, focusing on individual endurance and achievement.