The VII Corrida do Chocolate is a road running race taking place on March 21, 2026, in Óbidos, Portugal. The event features a 10 km race and a 6 km walk, both starting and finishing at the Tourist Office of Vila de Óbidos.
Open to participants aged 14 and over, the race is held during the International Chocolate Festival of Óbidos, offering a unique festive atmosphere. All registered athletes receive entry to the festival (non-monetary).
The event includes trophies for top finishers in overall and age categories, team awards, and participation prizes such as t-shirts, medals, and diplomas, making it appealing for competitive runners and walking enthusiasts alike.
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
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 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 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.
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 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 Meia Maratona Douro Verde is a half marathon running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Ribadouro (Baião), Portugal, along the scenic banks of the Douro River. The race includes a main 21 km half marathon, a relay option splitting the distance into 11 km and 10 km segments, and a non-competitive approximately 10 km walk.
This event is open to all runners, both federated and non-federated, across various age categories from juniors to veterans. It offers monetary prizes for top finishers overall and in age categories, as well as team awards, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The course boasts unique, picturesque views as it follows the river and crosses the iconic Carrapatelo dam.
The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community engagement, supported by local municipalities. The event also includes relay teams and a family-friendly walk, making it suitable for a wide range of participants and promoting health and quality of life through sport.
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.
