HYGOES 2026

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.

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 VIII Trail Boneca D’ouro 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Sebolido, Penafiel, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a challenging Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca of 46 km, a Trail Sprint of 23 km, a Mini-Trail of 12 km, and a 10 km walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for most races, with the Mini-Trail allowing participants from 16 years old and the walk open to those 14 and older if accompanied by an adult. It is organized by Associação Para o Desenvolvimento de Sebolido and features scenic routes through Serra da Boneca, Rio Mau valley, Grutas das Banjas, and along the Douro River.

Participants will experience demanding mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, making this event suitable for well-prepared trail runners. The race includes timed and classified competitions with awards for individual and team categories.

The VIII Corrida Sealand Santa Cruz is a running event scheduled for September 13, 2026, at the Aeródromo in Santa Cruz. It features a 10 km race and a 6 km walk, offering options for different fitness levels.

The event is organized by Associação Sealand Santa Cruz and welcomes participants to enjoy a community-oriented race experience. More details about the event will be provided soon.