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The Convívio Solidário dos Reis is a running and walking event taking place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the Polidesportivo de Gatões in Montemor-O-Velho. Participants can choose between a 12 km run or a 10 km walk, making the event accessible for various fitness levels.

This event is open to all runners and walkers without the need for a license. It offers a unique opportunity to combine physical activity with solidarity, as participants are encouraged to bring a food donation for the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Montemor-o-Velho. The atmosphere promises to be friendly and community-oriented, with a post-race meal included in the registration fee.

The Grande Corrida de Ano Novo 2026 is a running event taking place on January 4, 2026, in Lisbon, with start and finish at the iconic Praça do Comércio. It offers a variety of distances to suit different participants, including a 10km run, a 5km walk, and a 400m Kids Race.

The event is open to all; the 10km run is for participants aged 18 and above, the 5km walk has no age limit, and the Kids Race is for children up to 12 years old. This popular race provides a festive atmosphere right in the heart of Lisbon, showcasing the city’s historic streets and landmarks along the route.

With trophies awarded to top finishers in various categories and age groups, the Grande Corrida de Ano Novo is a motivating way for runners and walkers alike to start the new year with a healthy challenge. The event also includes a kids’ race, making it family-friendly.

The 7th Corrida dos Reis – Benção do Atleta is a running event taking place on January 4, 2026, in Fátima, Portugal. The event features a main race of 10 km and a youth race with distances varying by age group, along with a non-competitive 10 km walk.

This event is open to all runners who meet the registration requirements, with categories for juniors, seniors, and veterans, and includes team classifications as well. The race is held in a festive atmosphere with a blessing ceremony for athletes before the start, making it a special occasion to celebrate sport and community.

The course runs along Avenida Dom José Alves Correia da Silva, near the Posto de Turismo de Fátima, offering a scenic and accessible urban route. The event also features awards ceremonies for both the main and youth races, emphasizing both competition and participation.

The Vulcan Trail 2026, organized by Grupo Desportivo de Igreja Nova, will take place on January 4, 2026, in Igreja Nova, Mafra. The event features three options: Trail Longo (20+ km), Trail Curto (12+ km), and a non-competitive Caminhada. It is part of the Mafra Trail Running Series and aims to promote healthy lifestyles, environmental awareness, and local trail culture. Participants compete across several age divisions and enjoy a scenic route through rural and wooded terrain, with elevation and technical elements. The race is semi self-sufficient, requiring athletes to carry their own hydration system. All competitive participants receive electronic timing, and finishers earn medals. Team participation is encouraged, with prizes for both individual and group results. The event ends with an optional hot meal and social gathering. The organization enforces sustainability practices, including no single-use cups at aid stations.