
Running
5 km
15 Races

The I Corrida Luís Paulo Camacho is a running event scheduled for January 24, 2026, in Santa Cruz das Flores, Azores. This engaging event features several races including a main 9.5 km run, a secondary 5.2 km run, a kids’ race of 1.6 km, and a 5.2 km walking event, offering options for various ages and fitness levels.
The race is open to a wide range of participants, including children from 4 years old to adults, with specific age categories and restrictions to ensure safety and fairness. It is an inclusive event that welcomes athletes with disabilities who can participate autonomously without a wheelchair, allowing them to join the walking or shorter running events.
The course takes place on the roads of Santa Cruz das Flores and nearby areas, offering a community-centered atmosphere supported by local entities such as the Volunteer Firefighters Association and municipal councils. The event fosters a festive and family-friendly environment with a focus on bringing together the island community through sport, with additional social elements like a convivial snack after the race.
The 35th Corrida Fim da Europa is a road running race scheduled for January 25, 2026, starting in Sintra and finishing at Cabo da Roca. The race covers a challenging and scenic distance of approximately 17 km through the Sintra mountain range, featuring a winding and technically demanding course.
The event is open to all healthy individuals aged 18 and over, making it accessible to a wide range of runners without the need for licensing. Two start waves at 10:00 and 10:15 are organized to ensure a comfortable race experience, with all participants classified together by chip time. The race atmosphere is competitive and unique, often described as a singular and unmissable experience, running through a striking natural landscape.
Participants benefit from support such as water stations, medical assistance, and baggage transport, with a festive yet serious athletic environment. The race awards finishers with medals and offers prizes for the top three male and female finishers overall, enhancing the motivation for runners of all levels.
The 27th Meia Maratona Manuela Machado is a half marathon race taking place on January 25, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The official distance is 21.095 kilometers, adhering to the standards of the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA).
This event is open to all athletes, federated or not, with a participation limit of 4,000 runners. The race route showcases the scenic Marginal do Rio Lima and other urban landscapes, offering a challenging and inspiring course along the coastal and city roads.
The competition fosters a welcoming atmosphere, supported by the Cyclones Atlético Clube and the local municipality, and awards prizes for overall and veteran categories. Additionally, there is a walking activity available for participants registered at the secretariat, making it accessible for a wider range of participants.
The 8th Trail do Cavalo is a trail running event scheduled for January 25, 2026, in Alter do Chão, Portugal. This race offers several distances including a Long Trail of approximately 32 km, a Short Trail (Trail Sprint) of about 20 km, a Mini Trail (Youth Trail) of 13 km, and a 13 km Walk, appealing to a broad range of trail running enthusiasts.
Open to all who meet the participation requirements, the event also features a Trail Kid’s category with distances tailored for children and adapted sports, promoting athletics among the youth. It is part of the District and National Trail Circuits, ensuring a competitive and well-regulated environment for both amateur and experienced runners.
The race courses traverse the natural landscapes of the Alter do Chão region with low to medium difficulty, incorporating various surfaces such as asphalt, stone, dirt, and stairs. The atmosphere combines sport, community engagement, and nature appreciation, with parallel events for kids and walking, making it a family-friendly occasion.
The 8th Trail Trilhos da Mata 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for January 25, 2026, in Mata dos Milagres, Leiria, Portugal. It features three main races: the Trail Sprint of approximately 22 km, the Mini Trail of approximately 12 km, and a non-competitive 9 km Caminhada (walk). This event is open to all athletes 18 years and older for the trail races, while the walk allows younger participants if accompanied by an adult.
The Trail Sprint race is part of the Campeonato Distrital Trail Sprint – ADAL and counts towards the 2026 Taça de Portugal de Trail, attracting competitive runners aiming for regional and national points. The courses traverse old water channels, rural paths, and specially prepared trails in the parishes of Milagres, Bidoeira de Cima, Souto da Carpalhosa, and Ortigosa, offering diverse and scenic natural landscapes with moderate elevation gains of 680m for the Trail Sprint and 400m for the Mini Trail.
The atmosphere is sportive and inclusive, offering a festive environment with support stations and amenities. There is also a Caminhada for participants seeking a non-competitive experience. The event includes team classifications and awards, making it appealing to both individual competitors and teams.
The Algarve Xtreme Trail 2026 is a trail running event held on January 25, 2026, in Querença, Loulé, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including Ultra Trail (47-48 km), Trail (31 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (10 km), and a 10 km Caminhada (walk), as well as Trail Kids races on January 24. The event welcomes a broad range of participants, including licensed athletes and amateurs, with some age restrictions depending on the distance, and is part of the Algarve Cup, Regional Trail Circuits, and the ITRA National League.
The race courses feature significant elevation gains with challenging terrain that highlights the natural beauty of the Querença region. The atmosphere combines both competitive and recreational elements, with a family-friendly kids’ trail event on the preceding day and a festive award ceremony. The event emphasizes environmental responsibility and athlete safety, requiring semi-autonomy and mandatory equipment for all participants.
The Algarve Xtreme Trail also includes team classifications for the main distances and encourages camaraderie and fair play among all participants, making it a well-rounded trail running experience for diverse runners.
The Galhofa Trail is a running and walking event taking place on January 25, 2026, in the village of Arcas, Macedo de Cavaleiros, Portugal. The event offers a competitive 12 km trail run and a non-competitive 6 km walk, both set in a natural environment combining dirt paths and asphalt roads.
The 12 km trail run is open to all athletes aged 18 and over, regardless of federation status or nationality, while the 6 km walk welcomes participants of all ages, including children accompanied by adults. The event coincides with the traditional Galhofa de Arcas festival, adding cultural significance and a festive atmosphere to the race weekend.
Participants in the trail run compete for individual prizes in male and female overall classifications, plus a monetary prize for the largest team. The route is well marked and includes aid stations, and the event culminates in a convivial lunch and an awards ceremony.
The 22nd edition of the GPA de Grândola Circuito José Afonso is a 10 km running race taking place on January 25, 2026, in Grândola, Portugal. The event starts and finishes at the Complexo Desportivo Municipal José Afonso, beginning at 10:30 AM.
This race is open to all runners aged over 18, both federated and non-federated, without gender or nationality restrictions. It offers a unique opportunity to compete on a historic course through the streets of Grândola, including urban and some unpaved sections, with water stations at 5 km and at the finish line.
The event features a festive and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging participation from individuals, clubs, families, and friends. Awards are provided for individual and team performances across several age categories, including special recognitions for residents of Grândola and the oldest participant.
The Grande Prémio de Atletismo ACD Os Ilhavos is a classic road running race organized by the Associação Cultural e Desportiva “Os Ílhavos” in partnership with the Município de Ílhavo. This event will take place on January 25, 2026, in Ílhavo, Portugal.
The race offers a main competition open to various age categories including juniors, seniors, and veterans, welcoming both licensed and non-licensed athletes. It is one of the traditional road races in the Aveiro region, providing a competitive yet welcoming atmosphere for runners of different levels.
The event highlights the local landscape of Ílhavo, delivering a scenic route through the town’s streets, fostering a festive and community-oriented ambiance. It is a well-established event that attracts a mix of elite and amateur runners, making it a special occasion in the regional athletics calendar.
The 8th Trail da Loba is a trail running event taking place on January 25, 2026, at Rio de Loba, Viseu. The event offers four distances: a Long Trail of approximately 30 km, a Short Trail of approximately 15 km, a Mini-Trail of approximately 10 km, and a Walk of approximately 8 km, catering to a wide spectrum of runners and walkers.
Open to participants aged 18 and over for the Long and Short Trails, and from age 14 for the Mini-Trail (with legal guardian responsibility), the event encourages physical activity and showcases the scenic trails and paths of the Rio de Loba parish. The race features marked routes with arrows and ribbons for easy navigation and includes solid and liquid aid stations along the routes.
The atmosphere is community-oriented, promoted by the local parish council and social-cultural associations, providing a festive and inclusive experience. There are individual classifications by category and team classifications, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams. The event also includes a convivial lunch, making it a social gathering as well as a competitive race.