The Corrida Sporting is a 10 km running race taking place on November 15, 2026, in Lisbon. This event welcomes participants of all ages, including a children’s race for ages 5 to 13 and a 4 km family walk, making it a day full of sport and community spirit.
Organized by Fundação Sporting, the race offers an opportunity to paint the streets of Lisbon in green and white, celebrating the Sporting community with a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
The UTAX AXtrail®2026 is a trail running event to be held from October 16 to 18, 2026, in Castanheira de Pera, Portugal. It offers a variety of competitive race distances including a challenging 107 km UTAX ultra trail, 56 km TSL, 32 km TX, 16 km MTX, and an 8 km Caminho do Xisto trail, ensuring there are options for runners at different levels.
The event is open to individual participants with minimum age requirements varying by race distance, and it is part of a broader AXtrail®series. The courses traverse the natural beauty of the Aldeias do Xisto territory, combining demanding mountain terrain with scenic paths. The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community and social elements, including additional events such as AXtrail Kids and AXtrail da Inclusão, making it an inclusive and festive experience.
Team classifications and awards are included in some races (UTAX, TSL, TX), and the event features robust logistical support including aid stations, safety teams, and post-race recovery facilities, enhancing the overall experience for participants.
View event
The Meia Maratona Leiria is a prestigious running event taking place on October 18, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features four race segments: a half marathon (21K), a 10K race, a 500m Kids Race for parents and children, and a 5K walk open to all ages.
The event welcomes runners aged 20 and above for the half marathon and 18 and above for the 10K, with elite categories requiring proof of qualifying times. The race offers a competitive yet emotional atmosphere, recognized nationally and internationally, with medals awarded to finishers and prize money for top performers in the 21K and 10K races.
Additional activities include a Fun Zone with kids’ inflatables and a family-friendly walk, making it an inclusive event for all ages and abilities.
The III Trail de Rio de Moinhos is a trail running event taking place on October 18, 2026, in Nossa Sra. Dos Prazeres, Rio de Moinhos, Sátão, Viseu. It offers three routes: a Trail of approximately 23 km, a Mini Trail of approximately 13 km, and a Walk of approximately 11 km.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and over for the Trail and Mini Trail distances, while the Walk has no age restrictions but minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian. The race features marked courses with solid and liquid aid stations and provides access to showers at the finish.
Participants receive a race kit including a bib, event t-shirt, insurance, and lunch token. The event includes individual classifications by gender and age categories, with prizes for top finishers and special awards for the most represented team and the oldest participant.
The Sunset Trail São João das Barreiras is a trail running and walking event taking place on June 20, 2026, in São João das Barreiras, Vila Cova, Barcelos. It offers a competitive 14 km trail run over technical trails with significant elevation and a non-competitive 7 km family walk through rural paths and waterfalls.
The event is open to all participants, with trophies awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the 14 km trail run. It culminates in a traditional São João festival with typical food, drinks, and live music, creating a festive and community-oriented atmosphere.
The 6th Night Run Urban Trail will take place on October 24, 2026, at Expotorres in Torres Vedras. This urban trail running event offers two timed race options: a 20 km trail divided into three independent timed segments and a 13 km trail with two timed segments.
Participants can also choose a 13 km adventure walk on the same course without timing or an 8 km guided walk. The race is open to all, with participants free to choose the order and timing between segments, starting between 18:00 and 20:45, with a finish deadline at 21:30.
The course features a night-time urban and natural trail setting around Torres Vedras, including landmarks such as Forte de São Vicente and Castro do Zambujal. The event is part of the Festas de Torres Vedras and includes competitive and non-competitive options.
The Mangualde Trail – Desafio dos Santos is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Mangualde, Viseu, Portugal. It features four race types: a Long Trail of approximately 25 km, a Short Trail of approximately 15 km, a Mini-Trail of approximately 8 km, and an 8 km Walk.
This event is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, constituting its 8th stage. It welcomes participants from age 11 and up, with specific age requirements for each race type, and includes categories for all levels, from athletes to walkers.
The race offers a unique opportunity to explore Mangualde’s natural trails and autumn landscapes, combining sport, nature, and local cultural celebration during the traditional Feira dos Santos festival.
The 5th Trail Demônios do Lizandro is a trail running event taking place on November 6 and 7, 2026, in Santa Susana – São João das Lampas, Sintra municipality. It features a variety of race distances including Trail Endurance (100 km), Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and a 12 km walking event. This event is open to all athletes aged 18 and above for competitive races, with younger participants allowed in the walking event with authorization, making it inclusive for a wide range of trail runners and walkers.
Certified by ITRA and counting towards the UTMB index, the race is also part of the ATRP circuit and the Lisbon Athletics Association regional circuit. Participants will experience the unique trails of the region, known for their natural beauty and challenging terrain. The event’s festive atmosphere combines serious competition with community spirit, offering a well-organized experience for both elite and amateur athletes.
The event logistics are centralized at the Sociedade Recreativa de Santa Susana e Pobral, providing a unified hub for secretariat, start/finish lines, and facilities. While mainly individual competitions, the event includes team classifications and awards, adding a team dimension to the race.