
Running
283 Races
The Trail do Sarilho is a trail running event scheduled for December 7, 2025, in Cantanhede, Coimbra. This event offers a 20 km trail distance, providing runners with a challenging and scenic course.
The race is open to both male and female participants and is organized by the Associação de Solidariedade Social Sociedade Columbófila Cantanhedense (ASSSCC) with support from the Municipality of Cantanhede and other partners. It promises a unique outdoor adventure experience in the region.
The 1st Corrida SalSilvestre is a night road running and walking event taking place on December 13, 2025, in Alcácer do Sal, Portugal. Organized by the Social, Cultural, and Sports Services Association of the local municipality, the event aims to promote healthy living among public workers and the wider community. Participants can choose between a 10 km competitive race and a 5 km walk, both starting and finishing at Parque Urbano 25 de Abril. The course features a scenic urban route along the Rio Sado, including passages near the castle and holiday decorations. The event is open to all participants aged 18+, including minors with parental authorization.
Proença Cross Trail 2025 is a trail running event taking place on December 13, 2025, in Proença-a-Nova, Portugal. The event offers three distances: Trail Ultra (45.3 km), Trail Sprint (25.4 km), and Trail Jovem (14.5 km), with significant elevation gains, making it a challenging race for trail enthusiasts.
The race is open to all participants aged 18 and over, with special authorization available for 16 and 17-year-olds. It is a competitive event with individual and team classifications, awarding trophies and prizes to the top finishers in various age categories, including youth and masters. The courses feature a mix of trails, paths, and minor asphalt sections, crossing villages and private lands, offering a unique natural and rural landscape.
The atmosphere combines sporting challenge with a community spirit, supported by well-marked routes and aid stations. The event includes team discounts, and participants receive a full athlete kit and support services, emphasizing safety and sustainability throughout the race.
The Trail Noturno de Valongo 2025 is a night trail running event taking place on December 13, 2025, in Valongo, Portugal. It offers three distances: a Long Trail of 21 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km walk, welcoming participants aged 16 and over for the trail races, and children accompanied by an adult for the walk. This event is part of the Valongo Trails Circuit, adding competitive value as the second race in the series.
The race stands out for its nighttime setting in mountainous terrain, specifically through the Serra de Quinta Rei trails, providing a unique and challenging experience with marked paths visible only with headlamps or flashlights. The atmosphere combines the thrill of night trail running with a communal spirit supported by local organizations including the municipality and firefighters.
Alongside individual races, team classifications are also contested, with trophies awarded to top teams and the three largest teams recognized across the circuit. The event includes a festive finish with traditional refreshments, creating a welcoming environment for all participants.
The VII São Silvestre Caminhense is a running and walking event scheduled for December 13, 2025, in the heart of Caminha, Portugal. The main competitive race is a 10 km run, open to both federated and non-federated athletes, along a flat, two-lap course primarily on asphalt with some parallel paths. Additionally, there is a 5 km non-competitive walk open to all ages, emphasizing community and participation.
The event starts at 18:00 from the Torre do Relógio in Caminha's center, creating a festive atmosphere in a historic town setting. The race welcomes a broad profile of runners aged 18 to 99, while the walk caters to participants from 2 to 90 years old. Awards are given to the top male and female finishers and to teams with the most finishers, highlighting both individual excellence and team spirit.
This event offers a unique opportunity to race in a charming Portuguese town with a scenic, flat course suitable for all levels. The inclusion of a walk makes the event family-friendly and accessible, contributing to a vibrant community atmosphere.
The 61st São Silvestre de Ponta Delgada will take place on 13 December 2025 in Ponta Delgada, on São Miguel Island in the Azores. Organized by the Associação de Atletismo de São Miguel, the event offers three different challenges: the main race (6.2 km), the Mini-Corrida (1.3 km), and a Caminhada (4 km).
Open to athletes of all levels, the São Silvestre is a festive, year-end celebration that attracts elite runners, local athletes, and recreational participants alike. The course runs through the streets of Ponta Delgada, fully closed to traffic, creating a safe and lively race environment. Participants in the Caminhada can enjoy the atmosphere without competitive pressure, while younger runners and adaptive sport athletes have their own Mini-Corrida.
In addition to its competitive and recreational appeal, the São Silvestre is a major community event, combining sport, tradition, and local pride to close the athletic calendar of the year in the Azores.