Running
381 Races
The District Cross-Country Championship for Sub/10, Sub/12, and Sub/14 categories will take place on March 7, 2026, at Quinta Hotel Rural S. Pedro in Castelo de Paiva. This event features races ranging from 500 meters to 1,500 meters for young athletes.
It is open to male and female athletes registered with clubs affiliated to the Associação de Atletismo de Aveiro for the 2026 season. The championship includes individual and team competitions for Sub/14, while Sub/10 and Sub/12 categories have individual classifications with participation awards.
The event also includes open races for older age groups, providing a competitive and organized atmosphere supported by local clubs and the municipality.
The Castelo de Alcanede em Chamas – Fire Run is a resistance race taking place on March 7, 2026, in Alcanede, Santarém. This unique event involves operational firefighters and other related professionals competing while wearing full firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) and carrying a hose pack, making it both a physically and technically challenging race.
The race covers approximately 1 km with an elevation gain of about 130 meters, and participants start every 30 seconds. It is specifically open to operational personnel from fire departments, police units, forest firefighters, and other related agencies, enhancing the professional and competitive atmosphere.
Set in the historic area with the finish line at Castelo de Alcanede, the event combines the spirit of endurance with the symbolic significance of the location. The race offers a festive and commemorative atmosphere, being part of the anniversary celebrations of the fire department, including meals and awards ceremonies, making it a meaningful gathering for the firefighting community.
The Montalegre Urban Fit 2026 is an urban obstacle race taking place on March 7, 2026, in Montalegre. This race combines running with various urban obstacles, testing participants’ agility and endurance in a dynamic city environment.
The event offers multiple categories including competitive, liga, elite international, and guerreiro, catering to a wide range of athletes from amateurs to elite competitors. It is open to participants of various age groups, with specific categories for youth, adults, and seniors.
The race is organized by Urban Fit Race and features a vibrant urban setting, creating an energetic and festive atmosphere for all participants. The event emphasizes community engagement and challenges athletes with unique urban obstacles, offering a distinctive experience compared to traditional running races.
The 5th Trilho da Burra is a trail running event taking place on March 7, 2026, in Vila Boa, Castro Daire, Portugal. It features a 10 km race with a 2-hour time limit, a 6.5 km walk with a 1.5-hour time limit, and youth races for various age categories.
This event is open to athletes and walkers of all ages and genders, both federated and recreational, representing clubs, schools, or participating individually. It is part of the “(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE” 2026 series as its second stage.
The race route includes a 10 km trail with 497 meters of elevation gain, offering a natural terrain experience. The event also includes youth races on smaller circuits and a walk, creating a family-friendly atmosphere.
The Falésia Run is a running and walking event taking place on March 7, 2026, in Albufeira, starting and finishing at the Victoria Sport & Beach Hotel. The event offers two distances: an 11 km race and a 6 km walk.
The 11 km race is open to athletes from all sports backgrounds aged 18 and older, while the 6 km walk allows minors to participate if accompanied by a responsible adult with proper documentation. The courses are circular, providing a scenic and accessible route for participants.
The event features competitive classifications by gender and age categories, with medals and vouchers awarded to top finishers, creating a motivating and inclusive atmosphere for runners and walkers alike.
The 1st SCOCS Social Run will take place on March 7, 2026, in Cem Soldos, Portugal. This event features a 15 km trail run with approximately 500 meters of elevation gain and a 10 km walk with about 150 meters of elevation gain.
Open to all ages, with responsibility for minors under 18 resting with their guardians. The event celebrates the first anniversary of the SCOCS running and walking section and promotes sports practice for all interested participants.
The race is non-competitive and non-timed, fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for all participants. The event also includes post-race meals and showers for participants.
The Louzantrail 2026 is a mountain trail running event scheduled for March 6-8, 2026, in the scenic Vila da Lousã, Portugal. It offers three competitive trail distances: a Long Trail of 32 km with 2100 m positive elevation, a Short Trail of 20 km with 1100 m elevation, and a Mini Trail XS of 13 km with 700 m elevation, catering to a range of athletes.
Open to participants aged 16 and above (with the Mini Trail XS from 16 years and others from 18 years), the event welcomes all levels of trail runners prepared for challenging terrain with significant elevation gain. The trails weave through the historic Lousã area, passing villages, levadas, technical trails, forest roads, streams, and ancient paths, offering a unique cultural and natural experience.
The race atmosphere is competitive yet respectful, emphasizing eco-responsibility and fair play. Besides individual competitions, there is a Trail Kids event with adjusted distances for younger participants and a demanding two-stage event, LZT By Stages, combining the 32 km and 20 km runs for an intense challenge. Podium ceremonies recognize top finishers by gender, age categories, and teams, enhancing the community spirit.
The Hyundai 7K 2026 is a 7 km running race taking place on March 7, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. This event serves as the perfect last training run for all participants of the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon, scheduled for the following day. The race course features a beautiful route between Jamor and Lisbon, crossing the riverside of Oeiras city, offering runners scenic views and an inspiring atmosphere.
The Hyundai 7K is open to all runners and acts as a warm-up for the main half marathon event. With a participant limit of 1,000 athletes, it provides a festive and motivating environment for both elite and amateur runners. The race day is complemented by free shuttle service from the Navy Museum to the starting line, enhancing accessibility for participants.
The X Circuito do Livramento is a running race scheduled for March 7, 2026, in Funchal (Livramento), Madeira. This event features a 5.5 km race for both female and male athletes across various age categories including sub20, sub23, seniors, and veterans.
The race is open exclusively to licensed athletes born in 2007 or earlier, with participation requiring a chip bib. It is part of the Madeira a Correr circuit, contributing to both individual and team classifications.
The course follows a looped urban route along Estrada do Livramento and surrounding streets, with a competitive atmosphere and prize awards for top individuals, teams, and age groups.
Assalto à Assunção 2026 is a cycling event taking place on March 7, 2026, in Santo Tirso, Portugal. The event features a 38 km route with a timed climb segment called the “Subida da Assunção” of 6.5 km, allowing participants to measure their official ascent time.
The event is open to all cyclists aged 16 and over without the need for a sports license. While the overall ride is non-competitive, the timed climb adds a competitive element with official timing and podium awards for the top three male and female times.
The atmosphere encourages a non-competitive, leisure spirit with safety support along the route and mandatory helmet use. Participants receive a participant kit and a virtual diploma with their climb time.