The Trail Cidade de Moura – Terra do Grande Lago is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Moura, Alentejo, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a long trail and a sprint trail, as well as a walking event and a kids’ race.
Open to various age categories including seniors, veterans, and youth, the event welcomes both federated and non-federated athletes. It is organized by Casa do Benfica de Moura and highlights the scenic beauty of the Alqueva water reservoir, offering participants a unique natural landscape.
The XII Trilho dos Gatos is a trail running event organized by GATÕES BTT, taking place on April 18-19, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. It features three distances: Trail Curto (19 km), Mini-Trail (12 km), and a non-competitive 10 km walk, along with Trail Kids races for children.
The Mini-Trail is part of the ADAC District Mini-Trail Circuit and the ATRP Youth Circuit series 150, while the Trail Curto counts towards the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit series 100. The courses run on trails, forest paths, and single tracks, starting and finishing at the Polidesportivo de Gatões.
The event welcomes adults 18+ for the main races, with the Mini-Trail open to youth 16+ with parental authorization. The walk is open to all ages. The atmosphere includes competitive races and family-friendly kids’ events, with prize awards for individual and team categories.
The 47th Corrida da Liberdade Lisboa is a running event held on April 25, 2026, in Lisbon, commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. It features multiple distances including an 11,000-meter timed race, a 5,000-meter race, a 1,000-meter kids’ race, and a 2,500-meter walk.
The event is open to various age categories, with trophies awarded to top finishers and medals for all finishers in the races. The race routes start from different locations in Lisbon and all finish at Praça dos Restauradores, creating a festive atmosphere celebrating freedom and collective joy.
The Corrida da Liberdade is organized as a popular celebration with a strong symbolic connection to April ideals, welcoming runners of all ages and abilities, including children and walkers.
The Corrida da Liberdade is a running event taking place on April 25, 2026, in Cabeceiras de Basto, Portugal. The race starts and finishes near the Mosteiro de S. Miguel, Praça da República, beginning at 9:30 AM.
It offers multiple distances for different age categories, ranging from 250 meters for the youngest participants to approximately 13 km for seniors and veterans. The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with individual and team classifications.
The race features a festive and inclusive atmosphere with categories for children, juniors, seniors, and veterans, and provides well-marked courses and water stations during and after the races.
The XIII Corrida Saúde+Solidária is a running event organized by the Associação de Estudantes da Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa (AEFML) with technical support from Xistarca, taking place on April 26, 2026, at the Estádio Universitário de Lisboa. The event features three races: a 400m kids race, a 5km walk/run, and a 10km run.
The 10km and 5km races start at 10:00 and 10:05 respectively, with the kids race beginning at 9:30. The 10km race is open to participants born in 2008 or earlier, the 5km walk/run is open to all born in 2015 or earlier (with younger children allowed if accompanied by a guardian), and the kids race is for children born between 2014 and 2022.
The courses start and finish at the Estádio de Honra do Estádio Universitário de Lisboa and include urban routes through notable city areas. The event promotes health and solidarity, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users in the 5km walk/run.
The XVI Passeio de BTT – Rota do Cabicanca is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Aguiar da Beira, Guarda. It offers two routes of approximately 25 km and 45 km, catering to different skill levels.
Open to participants aged 12 and above, the event promotes physical well-being and social interaction. The ride includes support vehicles, safety measures, and environmental respect, with mandatory helmet use throughout the course.
Additional activities include walking routes for kids and adults, making it a family-friendly event with included amenities such as lunch, hot showers, bike washing, and official jerseys for early registrants.
The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.
This event welcomes participants of all levels, including beginners and regular athletes, with specific age restrictions for the 12 km trail (minimum 14 years). It aims to promote sport, social interaction, and appreciation of the natural and cultural heritage of the Moita region, featuring mostly dirt paths and rural roads.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented and environmentally conscious, with marked routes and multiple aid stations. Awards are given to top finishers by gender and age categories, and there are prizes for the best teams in the 12 km and 23 km races.
The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event scheduled for April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.
This event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including minors aged 14 and above for the 12 km trail with parental consent. The race routes traverse rural paths and municipal roads in the Moita and Alhos Vedros areas, marked with colored tapes and signs.
The event promotes sport, social interaction, and appreciation of local nature and cultural heritage, with a friendly atmosphere and prizes for top finishers in various age categories and teams.
The VIII Trail Vila de Alegrete is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Alegrete. It offers three main distances: Long Trail (31 km), Short Trail (20 km), and Mini Trail (12 km), along with a Kids Run for ages 5 to 15 on April 25.
This event is part of the Circuito Distrital de Trail da Associação de Atletismo do Distrito de Portalegre (AADP), including categories for youth and adults. It promotes sport among young people and provides an inclusive experience for participants with disabilities who meet minimum participation conditions.
The atmosphere is community-oriented with support from local organizations, featuring competitive and youth trail running alongside a walking event.
Set to take place on the stunning São Miguel Island in the Azores on April 18, 2026, the Ultra Blue Island® is a trail running adventure through volcanic craters, lush forests, and dramatic coastal cliffs. This event is part of the National Trail Running Circuit (Circuito Nacional de Trail), attracting both elite and amateur trail athletes.
Participants can choose from four epic distances: 110K Ultra, 65K Long Trail, 25K Short Trail, and a 15K introductory route, catering to all levels — from seasoned ultra-runners to beginners eager for their first island trail experience. The event promises an immersive, festival-like atmosphere, with finish line celebrations and regional flair.
🌋 Whether you’re chasing UTMB index points, a podium finish, or an unforgettable challenge through lava fields and lakes — this is a race you won’t forget.
