The 10th edition of Aquae Flaviae Night Running is a night running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Chaves, Portugal. It features a 13 km urban race and an 8 km urban walk, both on flat courses without significant elevation changes.
The race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with age categories for seniors and veterans. The event also includes kids’ races for ages 4-8 and 9-12, making it family-friendly. Participants will run through the streets of Chaves illuminated by their race-provided lights, creating a unique nighttime atmosphere.
The IV Trilhos Castro de Santiago – Sunset Edition is a trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Figueiró da Granja – Fornos de Algodres. It features a long trail of approximately 21 km with 850 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of about 14 km with 450 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail, and a recreational walk of around 10 km with 300 meters of elevation gain.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with legal guardian authorization. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta – VI(r)VER BEIRA ALTA and serves as its 5th stage, attracting athletes from various locations to share the trail running experience in the region.
The race courses run predominantly on trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding adjacent villages, offering a natural and challenging environment. The event includes a sunset start time and a festive atmosphere with a dinner following the races and prize ceremonies.
The 9th Mikkeller World Beer Run is a running event scheduled for July 11, 2026, starting at 16:00 in the historic center of Caminha, Portugal. The race features a 10 km circular route through the historic area, forest, stadium, and estuary waterfront.
Open to all runners aged 18 and above, the event has no participant limit and no age categories. It is part of the ARTBEERFEST Caminha 2026 festival, creating a festive atmosphere combining sport and culture.
The Trail Penedo da Moura is a trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in the parish of Mogege, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a short trail of approximately 14 km, a long trail of approximately 22 km, a 7 km walk open to all ages, and a kids’ trail of about 1.5 km for children aged 6 to 12.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, with no minimum age for the walk and a minimum of 6 years for the kids’ trail. It promotes outdoor sports and environmental awareness, encouraging family participation and social coexistence. The race starts and finishes at Praça Santa Marinha in Mogege, with a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the trail races.
The 10th Corrida de Santa Maria is a running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Santa Maria de Lamas. It features an 8.7 km main race, a 3 km walk, and a 500 m mini-race for children up to 10 years old.
The main race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with categories for seniors and veterans. The event includes team classifications and individual awards, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
The courses wind through the streets of Santa Maria de Lamas, starting and finishing near the local park, offering a community-centered sporting experience with support from local authorities and organizations.
Trail da Lomba 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for July 12, 2026, in Gondomar, Portugal, with start and finish at the cais de Pé de Moura (Av. Feysin).
The event is part of the ATRP calendar and the District Trail Circuit of the Porto Athletics Association. It offers different race distances, including a 25 km Trail Sprint and an 11 km Youth Trail, as well as a walking option.
The race welcomes participants of various age categories and includes team competitions. The terrain is typical of trail running, and the event emphasizes individual and team classifications with podium awards.
The 14th Corrida das Areias is a running race taking place on July 12, 2026, in São Jacinto, Aveiro. The race covers approximately 12 km, mostly within the facilities of Regimento de Infantaria Nº10, including a stretch on the sandy Praia de São Jacinto, with start and finish at the Regimento de Infantaria Nº10.
The event is open to all individuals aged 18 or older, regardless of nationality, who meet the race regulations. Alongside the race, a solidarity walk will also be held simultaneously.
The TMZ – Trail Mãos do Zêzere is a trail running event scheduled for July 12, 2026, in the municipality of Tomar, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 13 km minitrail and a 22 km trail, along with a 13 km walk.
Participation in the competitive races is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult tutor. The event takes place in the natural setting between the Serra d’Aire and Serra da Lousã, offering scenic trails with views over the Castelo do Bode reservoir.
The race includes significant elevation gains (1000m for the 22 km trail and 350m for the 13 km minitrail) and promotes sustainability by minimizing environmental impact and encouraging responsible practices among participants.
The 7th Trilho da Água Trail is a trail running event taking place on July 11 and 12, 2026, in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal, starting and finishing at Parque Urbano das Nogueiras. The event features three races: Trail Sprint (19 km), Mini-Trail/Walk (12 km), and Kids Run (0.4 to 2.8 km).
The Trail Sprint race counts towards the Viseu District Trail Running Circuit and is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the Mini-Trail/Walk is open to those 16 and over, and the Kids Run to children aged 5 to 15. The courses run along trails by the Vouga, Sul, Troço rivers, and Ribeira de Ribamá, offering a medium difficulty level with technical terrain and varied surfaces including dirt, stones, asphalt, and cobblestones.
The event promotes a fair-play spirit and environmental respect, with a family-friendly Kids Run and awards for individual and team performances, making it a comprehensive trail running experience in a scenic natural setting.
The 7th Trail AD Carreira/Santa Luzia is a trail running event taking place on July 12, 2026, in Carreira – Barcelos, Portugal. It features a 15 km trail run and an 8 km walk, both set on scenic trails through Carreira, Fonte Coberta, and adjacent parishes.
The trail run is open to all athletes aged 16 and over, while the walk is open to participants aged 8 and above when accompanied by an adult. The event offers a competitive yet friendly atmosphere with classifications by age categories and team awards.
Participants will enjoy varied terrain including paths, fields, forest roads, and trails, with a positive elevation gain of approximately 500 meters on the trail route. The event concludes with refreshments and traditional local treats, fostering a community spirit.
