The Corrida de S.José is a road running event taking place on March 21, 2026, in Póvoa de Lanhoso, Portugal. It features a competitive 10 km race and several youth races for various age groups.
The event is licensed by the Associação Atletismo de Braga and scores points for the Regional Road Championship. It welcomes male and female runners across multiple age categories, from children to veterans.
Alongside the competitive races, there is a non-timed walking event, making the day inclusive for participants of all ages and abilities.
The Europarque Half Marathon 2026 is a running event scheduled for March 21, 2026, in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Europarque, offering a half marathon distance.
The event is open to all participants and includes the Europarque Running Trophy, a walking event, and a Junior Run, making it suitable for a wide range of runners and families.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented, combining competitive and recreational activities in a well-organized setting.
The Trail Linhas de Torres is a trail running event held on March 21, 2026, across several municipalities in Portugal including Arruda dos Vinhos, Loures, Mafra, Sobral de Monte Agraço, Torres Vedras, and Vila Franca de Xira. It honors the historic defensive system known as Linhas de Torres, built and defended two hundred years ago.
The event features multiple race distances: a 50 km marathon trail and relay starting at 08:30, a 10 km run and a 5 km walk starting at 09:30, and youth races beginning at 11:15. The race combines trail and some road sections, offering a cultural and sporting challenge through historically significant landscapes.
This event celebrates the heritage of the Linhas de Torres and the military couriers who once traversed these paths, creating a unique atmosphere that blends history, sport, and community participation.
São José Run | Regional Championship of 10km on Road
The Corrida de São José 2026 is a road running event taking place on March 21, 2026, in Póvoa de Lanhoso, Portugal. The main competitive race covers a 10 km distance, complemented by a youth race with distances ranging from 700m to 3200m depending on age categories.
This event is part of the official calendar and counts towards the Regional 10km Road Championship organized by the Associação de Atletismo de Braga. It welcomes both licensed and non-licensed athletes born in 2008 or earlier, with specific categories for youth athletes as well.
The race offers individual and team classifications across multiple age groups, including masters categories, with monetary prizes for top finishers. The event also features a 5 km walk and a kids’ race, creating a family-friendly atmosphere.
The 2nd Corrida da Primavera de Guimarães is a running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Guimarães, Portugal. It features a 10 km race for federated and non-federated athletes aged 16 and above (with written authorization for minors), as well as a non-competitive 5 km Mini Race/Walk open to all ages accompanied by an adult.
The event also includes a 3.5 km Vertical Challenge with 400 meters of positive elevation gain for athletes aged 16 and above, and a 3.5 km Interpretative Walk for all ages, both held on March 21. The race is part of the city’s celebration of spring and sustainability, coinciding with Guimarães being the European Green Capital in 2026.
With courses designed for different participation levels and a festive atmosphere, the Corrida da Primavera de Guimarães 2026 aims to be a key moment in the city’s sports calendar, welcoming athletes, families, and the community.
Road Running 10 km, 5 km, Running race + Vertical Challenge
Walking 5 km, Interpretative, 5 km + Interpretative
The 3rd Edition of the “Azeite Porca de Murça” Race and Walk will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Parque Urbano de Murça in Vila Real, Portugal. This event features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, with an additional Kids Race for children aged 12 and under.
The race is open to all participants aged 18 and over, while the walk has no minimum age requirement. The courses pass through the main streets of Murça, including the historic center and notable monuments, offering a scenic urban experience.
The event fosters healthy living and sports practice, with a festive atmosphere including awards for top finishers, the largest team, the best local athlete, and the oldest participant. The Kids Race is held on a circuit within the Parque Urbano, making the event family-friendly.
The X Trail Galaico Esposende is a trail running event taking place on March 21 and 22, 2026, in Esposende, Portugal. The event features multiple races including a Kids Trail, a 14 km walk, a 14 km Trail Jovem/Mini, a 20 km Trail Sprint, and a 32 km Trail, all held along the Arriba Fóssil de Esposende.
The races are open to participants aged 16 and older, with parental authorization required for minors. The Trail Sprint and Trail Jovem/Mini are part of the Regional Trail Circuit 2025/26, requiring federated athletes competing for the championship to register through the federation platform. The event offers a variety of distances suitable for different age groups and skill levels.
The course includes trails, forest roads, paved roads, streams, rivers, single tracks, and archaeological sites, providing a diverse and scenic mountain trail running experience. The atmosphere is competitive with individual and team classifications, including trophies and medals for winners and finishers.
The 5th Trilhos da Lapa 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 21 and 22, 2026, in Mendiga, Porto de Mós, Portugal. It features two competitive trail races of approximately 12 km and 21 km, a non-competitive 11 km walk, and a kids run.
The trail sprint is part of the Portugal Cup of ATRP, the ADAL Trail Sprint Circuit, and the Porto de Mós Trail Trophy, while the mini trail is included in the Porto de Mós Trail Trophy. The courses traverse mostly old paths, tracks, and trails in the limestone massif of the Aire and Candeeiros mountain range, offering scenic views of local landmarks such as the Mendiga mills, Lapa da Mendiga, quarries, dry stone walls, and ponds.
The event welcomes athletes of all ages and physical conditions, with parental authorization required for minors. It promotes fair play, environmental respect, and a healthy lifestyle, with a festive atmosphere including team competitions and awards for various age categories and teams.
The 9th Alcanena Trail is a trail running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Minde, Portugal, starting at the Minde Gymnasium Pavilion. It features multiple distances including a Long Trail (32 km), Sprint (21 km), Mini Trails (15 km), 1st Trail Experience (10 km), Trail Young with age-appropriate distances, and a 10 km Walk. This event caters to a wide range of participants, from experienced adult runners (16+ for Trail and Sprint) to youth and beginners (including those under 16 with responsible accompaniment or parental consent).
The race is integrated with the Circuito de Trail do Ribatejo and emphasizes an environmentally conscious approach as all courses take place within the protected Natural Park of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros. The terrain includes limestone outcrops and muddy sections, offering a challenging and scenic experience for trail enthusiasts.
The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, offering various race formats such as individual and team competitions with awards for overall, age groups, and local residents. There are also non-competitive events like walks and a first-time trail experience, making it a weekend celebration of trail running and community involvement.
The 5th Trilhos da Lapa is a trail running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Mendiga, Porto de Mós. This race offers an exciting opportunity for trail runners to experience the scenic landscapes of the region.
Open to all participants, the event welcomes athletes of various levels to challenge themselves on the trails. The race is organized by Recorde Pessoal, ensuring a well-managed and engaging competition.
The atmosphere promises to be vibrant and inclusive, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.
