Espiga Walk

The Meia Maratona de Almada 2026 is a running event taking place on May 10, 2026, in the city of Almada, Portugal. It features a half marathon (21 km), a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a Kids Race of 500 meters for children up to 12 years old.

The half marathon and 10 km races are open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk has no age limit. The event route includes iconic landmarks such as Cristo Rei, offering unique views of the Tagus River and Lisbon. The race atmosphere celebrates community spirit and encourages participants to challenge their limits.

The event includes start blocks based on runners’ pace and offers trophies for the top three male and female finishers overall and by age group.

The 1st Corrida da Espiga – Chamusca is a popular athletics event taking place on May 10, 2026, in Chamusca, Portugal. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, along with individual and mixed relay youth races, making it a family-friendly sporting celebration.

The 10 km race course is flat, mostly on well-maintained dirt paths with some asphalt sections, suitable for all levels. The event is open to various age categories including juniors, seniors, veterans, and youth, with no mention of license requirements.

The race is part of the local Ascensão festival, offering a festive atmosphere with a kit for all participants including a backpack, t-shirt, tourist guide, cup, ribbon, lunch voucher, and a finisher medal. The event promotes sport for all ages and includes team relay races for young athletes.

The Corrida de Belém 2026 is a running event taking place on May 10, 2026, at Estádio do Restelo in Belém, Lisbon. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a Kids Race with distances ranging from 400 m to 1,000 m for children up to 13 years old.

The 10 km race is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the 5 km walk welcomes participants of all ages. The Kids Race is designed for children up to 13 years old. The event offers a unique route passing by some of Lisbon’s most beautiful historical monuments, creating a scenic and cultural running experience.

The race day includes staggered start times for different age groups in the Kids Race, followed by the main 10 km race and the 5 km walk, fostering a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere.

The Corrida Cidade de Beja – 10km Fernando Mamede is a running and walking event taking place on May 10, 2026, at Regimento de Infantaria nº 1 in Beja. The event features a competitive 10 km race and a non-competitive 7.5 km walk.

Open to all physically fit participants, including federated and non-federated athletes, with age categories for juniors, seniors, and veterans. The race offers individual, gender, age group, and team classifications with monetary prizes.

The event supports a charitable cause, with part of the registration fees donated to the Centro de Paralisia Cerebral de Beja. Participants enjoy a well-organized race with refreshments, timing, and awards in a community-focused atmosphere.