Centenary Run

The VI Trail AiróRun is a trail running event taking place on September 20, 2026, in Airó, Barcelos, Portugal. It features two competitive trail distances: a Long Trail of 22 km and a Short Trail of 14 km, plus a non-competitive 10 km walk.

Open to participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, and recommended for those 12 and older for the walk, the event welcomes athletes prepared for mountain trail challenges. The race starts and finishes at the Leões da Serra football field in Airó, with staggered start times beginning at 9:00 AM.

The trails traverse paths and tracks around the Airó hills, with positive elevation gain details to be announced. The event includes individual and team classifications with prizes for various age categories and collective team awards, fostering a competitive yet community atmosphere.

Penafiel Run’26 is a running event scheduled for September 20, 2026, in Penafiel, Portugal. It features a 10 km race for athletes aged 18 and over (with minors from 16 allowed with written authorization) and a 5 km mini run/walk open to all ages without competition or timing.

The 10 km race takes place on the main streets of Penafiel, starting and finishing at Largo Conde Torres Novas (Campo da Feira). The event supports a charitable cause, providing monetary aid to the three local fire brigades.

Participants compete in various age categories with individual and team classifications, and prizes include medals, t-shirts, and monetary awards. The mini run/walk offers a family-friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

The 22nd Grande Prémio do Caldas de São Jorge Sport Clube is a running event taking place on September 20, 2026, in Caldas de São Jorge, Santa Maria da Feira. It features multiple race distances tailored to different age groups, ranging from 400 meters for the youngest categories to 8300 meters for seniors and veterans.

The event welcomes athletes registered with any association in the country, including clubs, schools, and individuals, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants. The race day includes categories for children, juniors, seniors, and veterans, with separate classifications for male and female athletes in some races.

Alongside the competitive races, there is a 4500-meter walk open to all, contributing to a festive and inclusive atmosphere. The event is organized by Caldas de São Jorge Sport Clube and supported by local authorities to ensure safety and smooth logistics.

The Aquae Brunheiro Trail Running 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 19 and 20, 2026, in Chaves, Portugal. The races start in the village of Vilar de Nantes and finish in the city of Chaves, traversing the trails of Serra do Brunheiro.

Participants can choose from several distances: Ultra Trail (~48 km), Trail Longo (~30 km), Trail Curto (~21 km), Mini Trail (~12 km), Kids Trail (various distances by age), and a 12 km Caminhada (walk). The event is open to athletes aged 18+ for most races, with younger age categories for Mini Trail and Kids Trail, and it is part of the ATRP National Circuits for Ultra Trail, Trail, Trail Sprint, and Trail Jovem, as well as UTMB and ITRA Indexes.

The event offers a competitive atmosphere with official timing, team and individual classifications, and trophies for top finishers and teams. It also includes a family-friendly Kids Trail and Caminhada, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.