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The Feirense Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event taking place on August 15, 2026, at the Complexo Desportivo Rodrigo Nunes in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. The race starts at 10:00 AM and follows the backyard ultra format, where runners complete 6.706 km loops every hour until only one runner remains.

Participants must complete each loop within one hour to continue, with rest time depending on their loop completion speed. The event is open to runners aged 18 and over, with no license required. The winner is the last athlete to complete a loop alone within the time limit.

The course is marked with ribbons and includes night-time marking for safety. The event offers multiple race options including 1, 3, or 6 loops, as well as the full backyard ultra challenge, making it suitable for various endurance levels.

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 1st Trail de Arrifana, “Corre Quem Pode, Caminha Quem Quer”, takes place on July 26, 2026, in Arrifana, Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. Organized by A.A.R.C.C. – Associação Arrifana Running Corrida e Caminhada, with the support of the Parish Council of Arrifana and Santa Maria da Feira Municipality, the event combines sport and nature through trail running and walking routes in the local area.

The event includes a 15 km trail race and a 7 km walk, designed for participants who want either a more demanding trail experience or a more relaxed outdoor activity. The routes explore the natural trails of Arrifana and the surrounding municipality of Santa Maria da Feira.

The Trail Terras de Oiã is a trail running event taking place on July 26, 2026, in the parish of Oiã, Oliveira do Bairro, Portugal. It features four races: a 24 km Long Trail, a 16 km Short Trail, an 8 km Mini Trail, and a 1 km Trail Kids, along with an 8 km non-competitive walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18+ for the Long Trail and 15+ for the Short and Mini Trails, with the Trail Kids for children up to 12 years old. The races are timed except for the Trail Kids and walk. The courses traverse rural and forest trails with moderate elevation, offering a scenic and natural experience.

The atmosphere is community-focused with competitive and recreational options, including team trophies and prizes for top finishers. The event also includes a prize money for the top three male and female athletes in the two longest competitive races.