The 7th Grande Prémio da Mãe Soberana is a running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Loulé, Portugal. It features multiple race distances tailored for different youth age categories, ranging from 400 meters to 4,200 meters.
The event is open to various age groups from under-10 to masters, with separate male and female races. It provides a competitive platform for young athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Athletics Federation.
The Grande Prémio de Atletismo Cerejeiras em Flor is a running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Fundão, Portugal. It features a 10 KM race, youth races, and a non-competitive walking tour, offering options for all ages and preferences.
Open to all athletes including federated clubs, popular runners, and INATEL members, with team and individual participation allowed. The event is supported by the Câmara Municipal do Fundão and local parishes, set in the scenic Serra da Gardunha region during the cherry blossom season.
The race includes multiple age categories from young children to veterans, creating a community atmosphere that blends sport and nature. There is also a food refreshment and prize ceremony to celebrate participants.
The Salto Nature Trail is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Parque Natural da Senhora do Salto in Aguiar de Sousa – Paredes, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 22 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km Walk, with an additional Trail Kids race subject to confirmation.
This event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the shorter trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and with no age limit for the walk, welcoming both competitive runners and recreational walkers. The trails traverse rural, forested, agricultural, and residential areas around the natural park, offering a scenic and varied terrain with positive elevation gains of 900 m for the long trail and 400 m for the short trail.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented and competitive, with individual and team classifications for the trail races, trophies awarded for overall and age group winners, and a ceremony for prize-giving. The event also promotes environmental respect and self-sufficiency among participants, ensuring a respectful and challenging race experience.
The XII Meia Maratona Juventude Ilha Verde takes place on April 12, 2026, in Ponta Delgada, on São Miguel Island in the Azores, with start and finish at the historic Portas da Cidade. Organized by Clube Desportivo e Cultural Juventude Ilha Verde with institutional support from the Municipality of Ponta Delgada, the Parish Council and the Athletics Association of São Miguel, the event brings together several road running competitions for different age groups and participation levels.
The program includes the official Half Marathon (21.097 km), the Mini Marathon (10 km), a 5.25 km race, a 5.25 km walk and a youth race (Mini Campeões – 1.609 km). The Half Marathon is run on a certified urban road course through the main avenues of Ponta Delgada. The event also hosts the AASM Half Marathon Championship and the VIRTUS World Half Marathon Championships, welcoming both national and international athletes.
The XII Trail Santa Luzia is a trail running event that will take place on April 12, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The race offers multiple distances including a Long Trail of approximately 31 km, a Sprint Trail of 18 km, a Mini Trail of 15 km, and a 10 km walk, catering to a wide range of trail running enthusiasts and walkers.
This event is open to all athletes who meet the physical requirements, with the minimum age being 18 years for most races and 15 years for the Mini Trail and walk. It is part of the National Trail Circuit (ATRP), allowing participants to score points in the Trail Longo, Trail Sprint, and Mini Trail/Trail Jovem categories. The course features challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, promising a unique and scenic trail running experience.
The atmosphere of the XII Trail Santa Luzia is inclusive and family-friendly, featuring additional events such as the Trail Kids races with distances adapted to various youth age groups. The event combines competitive spirit with community engagement and environmental respect, making it a special occasion for trail runners of all levels.
The Vitalis Kids Challenge by Hyundai 1st Stage is a free athletics event for children born between 2009 and 2023, promoting sports practice and healthy habits from an early age. It will take place on April 12, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM at the Inatel Parque de Jogos Ramalde athletics track.
The event features multiple race distances according to age categories, ranging from 600 meters to 3000 meters on the athletics track. It is open to all children within the specified age groups, regardless of club affiliation.
Participants receive a medal and event t-shirt, and the competition includes individual classifications with awards for the top three in each age group, creating a festive and encouraging atmosphere for young athletes.
The Ameal Trail – Meivcore 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. It features several race distances, including a 17 km trail, a 12 km mini trail, a 10 km walk, and a kids’ trail with distances adjusted by age group, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants.
The event is open to athletes of any nationality and sex, with specific age categories defined for classifications and awards, including youth starting from 3 years old in the kids’ races to seniors and veterans in the main trail events. Notably, the 17 km trail is part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit (ADAC), highlighting its competitive significance.
The courses predominantly run through technical trails and tracks around the village of Ameal, offering challenging terrain with significant elevation gains (763 m for the 17 km trail and 567 m for the 12 km trail). The atmosphere is community-oriented and family-friendly, featuring a kids’ event with multiple short distances and award ceremonies, fostering a festive and inclusive environment.
The V Corrida de São Lourenço is a running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Machico (Caniçal), Madeira. It features multiple race distances for different age groups, including 0.5 km for sub-10 and sub-12 categories, 1 km for sub-14 and sub-16, and a main race of 4.1 km for sub-18, sub-20, seniors, and veterans.
This event is part of the Madeira a Correr and Mini Madeira a Correr circuits, with individual and team classifications. Participation is limited to licensed athletes affiliated with AARAM, ensuring a competitive and organized race environment.
The courses run through urban streets of Caniçal and São Lourenço, finishing at the Cais, offering a community-focused and spirited atmosphere. Awards are given across all age groups and team categories, including trophies for clubs with the highest number of classified participants.
The Grande Trail Fisgas de Ermelo is a trail running event taking place on April 18 and 19, 2026, in Mondim de Basto, Portugal. It features competitive races including a Long Trail (approx. 33 km), Short Trail (approx. 23 km), and Uphill (approx. 7 km), as well as non-competitive events such as a 10 km walk and kids’ races.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, and from 12 years old for the walk. The courses traverse the scenic Serra do Alvão, including a climb to Alto da Senhora da Graça at 947 meters altitude, offering challenging elevation gains up to 1750 meters.
The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with safety and environmental responsibility emphasized. The event also includes ExpoFisgas, a sports equipment exhibition, and kids’ activities, making it suitable for families and athletes alike.
The Scalabis Night Race is a 10 km urban running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Santarém, Portugal. The race features a single lap course with no significant elevation changes, starting and finishing at Jardim da Liberdade, passing notable city landmarks.
Alongside the main race, there is a 5 km Mini Race walk and a Kids Race with various age categories, making the event inclusive for all ages. The race is open to all adult runners, with age group classifications for juniors, seniors, and veterans.
The event offers a festive atmosphere with regional snacks and drinks for participants, and a special team competition with prizes, fostering community spirit and friendly rivalry.