Alvelos à Noite 2026 is a night running and walking event taking place on August 1, 2026, in Alvelos, Barcelos. The event features a 10 km run and a 10 km walk on a marked course through the parish of Alvelos, including some rugged trails and natural obstacles.
The race is open to all participants born in 2009 or earlier, with no distinction of nationality or gender, and does not require a license. It is part of the local community celebrations for the “Dia da Freguesia 2026” of Alvelos, supported by local institutions and companies.
The event offers a unique nighttime experience on trails with natural challenges, promoting a festive and community atmosphere. Both the run and walk start and finish at the Adro da Igreja Paroquial de Alvelos, with awards for the top three male and female runners.
The 10th Edition of the Trail Rota dos Espigueiros is a trail running event taking place on August 2, 2026, in Caparrosinha, Silvares, Tondela, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 31 km with 1100m elevation gain, a 22 km trail with 750m elevation gain, a Short Trail of 15 km with 500m elevation gain, a Kids Trail, and a Cultural Walk of 8 km.
The Long Trail, 22K Trail, and Short Trail are part of the National Trail Running Circuit in the Trail, Sprint, and Youth categories respectively. The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longer distances, 16+ for the short trail, and 5+ for the Kids Trail, with a maximum age limit of 75 years. The course offers a mix of forest, mountain, and rural landscapes with technical sections, river crossings, and forest trails, providing a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes competitive individual and team classifications with prize money and trophies, as well as a family-friendly atmosphere with a cultural walk and kids’ race, making it suitable for a wide range of participants.
The Corrida e Caminhada da Praia da Vieira 2026 is a running and walking event scheduled for August 8, 2026, at 17:30 in Praia da Vieira, Leiria. This event offers participants the opportunity to engage in a community sports activity in a scenic coastal location.
The VIII Vila Chã Aldeia Trail is a trail running event taking place on August 9, 2026, in Vila Chã – Fornos de Algodres, Portugal. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and serves as the 6th stage of this series.
The event offers multiple distances: a long trail of approximately 22 km with 800 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of approximately 14 km with 500 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail and a walk of approximately 9 km with 200 meters of elevation gain. The long and short trails are open to all participants aged 18 and over, while the mini trail is open to participants aged 11 to 14 with parental consent.
The race courses predominantly follow trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams around the adjacent villages, providing a natural and challenging mountain terrain. The event promotes sports practice in the region and encourages respect for the environment and fair play among participants.
Corrida louROSA® is a women-only running and walking event taking place on August 29, 2026, in Lourosa, Santa Maria da Feira, Aveiro, Portugal. The event features a 5 km race and a 5 km walk, both designed for women of all ages to enjoy an active and festive atmosphere.
This event celebrates sport, health, and well-being in a joyful, family-friendly environment with music, dance, and fun activities. It is open to all women aged 18 and over for the race, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult. The event is not homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation but ensures safety and accessibility for all participants.
After the race and walk, a summer-end party continues with live music, DJ, inflatables for children, and a social space with food and drinks, making it a community celebration beyond just a sporting event.
The Paiva Montemuro Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a Long Trail of 30 km and a Short Trail of 15 km, as well as a non-competitive 12 km hike.
The event is open to all participants meeting the age requirements (18+ for competitive races, 14+ for the hike with parental authorization). The trails traverse the natural beauty of the Paiva River and Montemuro Mountain, including technical singletracks, riverbanks, and mountainous terrain with notable points such as Fragas do Inferno and old mines.
The race atmosphere promotes fair play and respect for nature, with organized aid stations, electronic timing, and a post-race meal and shower facilities. Awards and prize money are provided for top finishers in both male and female categories across various age groups and teams.
The 37th Corrida da Festa do Avante! 2026 is a 10 km running race taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at Avenida Silva Gomes near E-Leclerc in Amora, Portugal. The route leads towards the Festa do Avante! at Quinta da Atalaia, with a turnaround near the 25 de Abril stage, returning to the start and finishing there.
This open race welcomes club representatives, federated or not, associations, and individual athletes. The course is homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation, ensuring official standards and competitive integrity.
The event promotes sportsmanship, solidarity, and the values of sport as a unifying activity, integrated within the cultural and political program of the Festa do Avante! It offers a festive atmosphere encouraging participation from a broad community.
The 11th Edition of the PIRILAMPOS NIGHT RUN BAJOUCA is a nighttime running race scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Bajouca, Leiria. The race starts and finishes at the Bajouca Athletics Track, offering a unique adventure-style course approximately 5 km long. The route features various obstacles and surprises, adding an exciting challenge for participants.
The race is open to all age groups, including categories for youth and adults, and involves timed individual starts in groups of five, spaced 20 seconds apart according to athletes’ best 5 km times. The course passes through several local olarias (pottery workshops) and regional points of interest, blending cultural elements with the physical challenge.
The event promises an engaging atmosphere with a mix of adventure and cultural exploration, requiring participants to use a headlamp or flashlight and reflective gear for safety. There is also a walking event starting at 20:35, open to all categories, making the event inclusive and family-friendly.
The 2nd Vila Nova da Barquinha Race is a running event scheduled for September 12, 2026, starting at 7 PM in Vila Nova da Barquinha. It features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, welcoming participants of various ages and fitness levels.
The 10 km race is open to runners aged 18 and above, while the 5 km walk has no age limit. The event offers a festive atmosphere suitable for families and individuals alike, with hydration stations at 5 km and at the finish line.
Participants can enjoy a well-organized evening race with official timing chips, awards for top finishers, and a commemorative souvenir for all finishers.
The Trail Entre Douro e Tua 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal. It features three competitive races: a long trail of 32 km, a short trail of 21 km, and a mini trail of 13 km, as well as a non-competitive walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above depending on the race, with no age limit for the walk. It is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuit series, with the long trail scoring for the Trail Circuit, the short trail for the Sprint Circuit, and the mini trail for the Youth Circuit.
The courses traverse rural, agricultural, and mountainous terrain with challenging elevation profiles, crossing several villages in the Bragança district. The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with strict rules and mandatory equipment to ensure safety and fairness.
