Barquinha Night Run

DEKA FIT Braga 2026 is a fitness race event taking place on September 12, 2026, at Forum Braga, Av. Dr. Francisco Pires Gonçalves, Braga, Portugal. The event features a 5 km DEKA FIT distance divided into 10 zones.

This race is designed to test fitness limits and inspire athletes to achieve their DEKA Mark, contributing to the fitness revolution in Portugal. It includes individual and team formats such as DEKA FIT, DEKA FIT TEAM, and DEKA MILE.

The 17th Half Marathon of the Municipality of Castro Marim will take place on September 12, 2026, in Altura, Castro Marim. This running event includes a half marathon distance of 21.097 km and a minimarathon of 10.5 km, both held as night races starting at 20:00.

The race is open to federated, non-federated, and foreign athletes of both sexes, with age categories ranging from juniors to veterans. The half marathon consists of a 4-lap circuit, and the minimarathon consists of a 2-lap circuit, both on Avenida 24 de Junho in Altura.

Participants will experience a well-organized event with medical assistance, security presence, and liquid aid stations along the course. Awards include trophies by category and gender, monetary prizes for the top 5 overall finishers in the half marathon, and medals and t-shirts for all finishers.

HYGOES 2026 is a competitive fitness race inspired by the Hyrox model, taking place on September 12, 2026, in Vila de Góis. The event features an 8 km run divided into eight 1 km laps, interspersed with eight functional workout stations.

The race is exclusively for Open Doubles teams, including male, female, and mixed pairs. Teams must complete all running and functional stations together, with the ability to divide station work freely between partners.

Participants will experience a challenging and dynamic competition combining running and strength exercises, fostering teamwork and endurance in a unique format.

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.