The XV Edição Grande Prémio AIREV is a running and walking event taking place on June 21, 2026, in Vizela, Portugal. It features a main 6 km race, a 3 km race for younger participants, a 1 km race for children, and a 4 km walking event.
The event is open to participants aged 15 and older for the main race, with no age limit for the walk. It includes categories for various age groups and genders, with medals and prizes awarded to top finishers. The race starts and finishes at Praça da República in Vizela.
Organized by AIREV in partnership with the Câmara Municipal de Vizela and Associação de Atletismo de Braga, the event offers a festive atmosphere with races for all ages and abilities.
The Lamecum Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on June 21, 2026, in Lamego, Portugal. It features competitive trail races of 27 km with 1600 meters of positive elevation gain and 16 km with 950 meters of positive elevation gain, as well as a non-competitive 9 km walk and a Kids Trail ranging from 400 to 1000 meters.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the 27 km race, 16 and over for the 16 km race (with parental consent), and children aged 6 to 15 for the Kids Trail. The races are part of the Lamecum Trail circuit, which includes other challenging events.
The courses traverse historic areas of Lamego, old trails, forest roads, and streams, with open-road sections requiring adherence to traffic rules. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with family-friendly activities, including the Kids Trail and a non-competitive walk.
The Ultra Trail Vila de Mouros 2026 is a trail running event taking place on June 21, 2026, in Vila do Carvalho, Covilhã, Portugal, in the Serra da Estrela region. It offers multiple race distances including Ultra Trail 45 km, Trail 30 km, Sprint 17 km, Jovem 12 km, Caminhada 9 km, and Trail Kids races ranging from 400 m to 3 km.
The event is open to various age groups with minimum age requirements depending on the race distance, and it integrates several national trail running circuits and series such as the ATRP and CTRBB. The race courses traverse natural mountain trails within the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, featuring significant elevation gains up to 2200 meters.
The atmosphere promotes ethics, social responsibility, and environmental respect, with a family-friendly Trail Kids program and a Fun Zone for children, making it suitable for all ages and levels.
The 1st Trail do Mineiro will take place on June 27, 2026, in Ervedosa, Portugal. This trail running event offers three main activities starting at 09:00: a 12 km trail race as the 3rd stage of the District Trail Championship, a 5 km short trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk starting at 10:00.
The race is open to athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Athletics Federation and individual popular runners, with foreign athletes allowed only by invitation. The event features multiple age categories from under 20 to over 70, with prizes for top finishers and team awards.
Participants will enjoy a competitive atmosphere supported by local organizations and technical assistance from the Athletics Association of Bragança, with the race starting and finishing in the center of Ervedosa.
The Corrida Popular da Costa Nova do Prado is a 10 km running race taking place on June 27, 2026, in Costa Nova, Portugal. The event also includes a 5.5 km community walk and a non-competitive 500-meter kids’ run, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
Open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes aged 18 and over for the main race, with the kids’ run for children aged 4 to 13 accompanied by an adult. The race features a flat, fast course along the Ria de Aveiro, connecting Costa Nova to Vagueira, with certified measurement by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and World Athletics certification.
The event is part of the Semana Jovem 2026 program by the Câmara Municipal de Ílhavo and offers a festive atmosphere with multiple race formats for all ages and abilities.
The 45th Corrida das Fogueiras is a classic nighttime road race held on June 27, 2026, in Peniche, Portugal. The event features a 15K race, a 5K walk called Corrida das Fogueirinhas, and a 500m kids’ run, all starting at Avenida do Porto de Pesca with finishes at Marina de Peniche or the same location for the kids.
This race is unique for its nighttime setting illuminated by strategically placed bonfires along the course, creating a festive and communal atmosphere that culminates in a traditional sardine feast hosted by the community and municipality. The event welcomes senior and veteran runners for the 15K race, with classifications by overall, age groups, and teams.
The race includes organized start boxes by running pace to ensure a smooth experience for all athletes, from elite to recreational runners, and offers a family-friendly environment with the kids’ and walk segments.
The São João Sunset Run 2026 is a running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Vila do Conde, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including 10 km, 5 km, and a 5 km walk, along with a Kids’ Run with distances ranging from 300 m to 1300 m for various age groups.
The event welcomes participants aged 18 and older for the 10 km and 5 km races, while the walk is open to all ages with minors requiring adult accompaniment or parental authorization. The Kids’ Run requires parental authorization. The races start and finish at Av. Marquês Sá da Bandeira (seca do Bacalhau) in Vila do Conde.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented with a variety of distances for all ages and abilities, including a family-friendly walk and children’s races. The event is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Vila do Conde and Associação de Atletismo Vilacondense, ensuring a well-supported and safe race environment.
The Sesimbra Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Sesimbra, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 20 km Trail Sprint and a 10 km Trail Jovem (run or walk), plus a 10 km walking event.
The 20 km race is open to junior athletes aged 18 and 19, while the 10 km race is open to juveniles aged 16 and 17. The event starts in the evening, with the 20 km race beginning at 20:00 and the 10 km race at 20:15, both starting at Praça da Califórnia.
The courses traverse exclusively the municipality of Sesimbra, offering night trail running with significant elevation gain, and the event includes a prize ceremony for top finishers and teams.
Costa Nova do Prado Popular Race is a road running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Costa Nova do Prado, Ílhavo. The event features a certified 10 km competitive race, a 5.5 km community walk, and a 500-meter kids race, offering participation opportunities for both competitive runners and recreational participants.
The main race is open to federated and non-federated athletes aged 18 and above, regardless of nationality, and follows an officially measured and World Athletics-certified course. The event also includes a non-competitive walk open to all ages and a children’s race for ages 4 to 13.
Organized by the Municipality of Ílhavo as part of Semana Jovem 2026, the event includes electronic chip timing, team and age-group classifications, prize money, athlete kit, aid stations, insurance coverage, and finisher medals.
The Avelar Sunset Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on June 27, 2026, in Avelar, Portugal. It features four timed distances: Trail Longo (25 km), Trail Curto (17 km), Trail Sprint (12 km), and a Kids race, along with a non-timed 8 km Caminhada (walk).
This event is open to various age groups, promoting social interaction, health, and well-being through nature sports. It is part of the 2026 Municipal Trail Championship of Ansião, organized by the Avelar Sunset Team and the Municipality of Ansião.
The race offers a unique experience of running and walking at sunset in the parish of Avelar, with participants enjoying a dinner and celebrations marking the 31st anniversary of Avelar’s status as a town. The event welcomes all ages and includes a festive atmosphere.
