
Running
5 km
4 Races

The São Silvestre de Vila Real de Sto. António – Monte Gordo 2025 is a running event taking place on December 6, 2025, in Vila Real de Santo António, Portugal. The event features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, as well as multiple youth races with distances ranging from 400 meters to 2,700 meters.
The race is open to all participants, with free registration for youth categories and a limit of 1,000 participants in the main 10 km race and 500 in the walk. The event has a competitive and festive atmosphere, including awards and prizes for individual and team categories, and a special grand prize at the 4 km mark of the 10 km race.
In addition to the main races, there are several youth races categorized by age groups, making it a family-friendly event that encourages participation across all ages and levels of runners.
The 11th Corrida São Silvestre – Casa do Benfica de Vendas Novas is a running event taking place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 21:00 in Vendas Novas, Évora. It features a 7 km race and a 4 km walk, accommodating participants of different fitness levels and preferences.
The event is open to the public, welcoming both competitive runners and casual walkers. It offers a festive atmosphere suitable for all ages and includes categories for veterans and absolute age groups, making it a community-centric celebration of sport and health.
The Trail Noturno do Ludens – Trail Pela Vida is a night trail running race set to take place on December 6, 2025, in Machico, Madeira. This event offers a single trail distance designed for experienced trail runners, providing a challenging and engaging course.
Open to all licensed athletes, the race is part of the 2025/2026 Trail Madeira circuit, connecting participants with a prestigious series of trail events in the region. The route primarily runs through the parish of Machico, with a passage through Caniçal, showcasing scenic and varied landscapes.
The atmosphere is competitive yet welcoming, aiming to bring together trail running enthusiasts. The event is organized by Ludens Clube de Machico in partnership with the Portuguese League Against Cancer, adding a meaningful social cause to the race.
The São Silvestre de Melides Edition 2025 is a running and walking event scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Melides, Setúbal. This event offers two distances: a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, catering to both competitive runners and casual participants.
The event is open to all participants without mention of license requirements, making it accessible to a wide range of athletes and enthusiasts. The race atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, highlighted by the inclusion of a light meal (soup, bifana, and drink) for participants, emphasizing a festive and social experience.
São Silvestre de Melides provides a great opportunity to engage in a traditional end-of-year race in a beautiful location, encouraging both sport and camaraderie among participants of various ages and fitness levels.
The 8th São Silvestre de Alqueidão da Serra is a running race taking place on December 6, 2025, in Alqueidão da Serra, Porto de Mós. This event features a single approximately 10 km distance, designed for a broad participant profile including athletes from any association, popular organizations, schools, or individual runners.
This race is open to all participants without distinction of nationality or gender, and competitors are classified by age categories from juniors to veterans, with options to request category changes if desired. The event offers both individual and team competitions, with collective scoring based on IAAF rules, promoting a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
The São Silvestre race is characterized by a festive and community-centered environment, with awards for top male and female finishers, juniors, veterans, and teams, making it a rewarding experience for a wide range of runners and teams.
The Grande Prémio de Natal is one of Lisbon’s most beloved winter running traditions — a festive race that brings together thousands of runners to celebrate the season in the heart of the city.
The 10 km course is fast and urban, perfect for those chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the thrill of running through Lisbon’s main avenues. There is also a 4 km walk and youth races, making it a community event for all ages.
It’s not just a race — it’s an end-of-year celebration of movement, joy, and shared energy.
The 2nd Carcavelos Wine Trail is a trail running and walking event scheduled for December 7, 2025, in Oeiras and Cascais, Portugal. Participants can choose between two 10 km routes: a trail run and a walk, both starting and finishing at Jardins do Marquês in Oeiras.
This event is open to all individuals over 14 years for the walk and 16 years for the trail, regardless of federation affiliation. It celebrates the unique Carcavelos wine region, the smallest wine-producing area in Portugal, offering runners and walkers a scenic course through historic vineyards of the former Estação Agronómica Nacional and the old Monastery of Santa Maria do Mar.
The atmosphere combines sporting challenge with cultural heritage promotion, providing a festive yet competitive environment. Prizes, including trophies and wine bottles, are awarded in the trail run, and both distances offer a commemorative medal and technical t-shirt, making it suitable for both serious athletes and enthusiasts interested in the region’s viticulture.
The Caminhada Trilhos da Vila Presépio – Alenquer is a hiking event taking place on December 7, 2025, in the historic town of Alenquer. Participants will enjoy a 13 km trail with 500 meters of elevation gain, rated with a difficulty level of 3 out of 5.
This event is open to all who seek adventure and a deep connection with nature and local culture. The route combines natural landscapes with cultural heritage, passing through ancient monuments, churches, and vineyards, offering breathtaking views and a unique experience especially during the festive Christmas season.
Organized by Sant’Aventura Caminhadas & Desporto Natureza, the hike offers a welcoming and immersive atmosphere, allowing participants to explore the charming trails of Vila Presépio, making it a perfect occasion for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike.
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 VII Trail de Elvas – Património Mundial is a trail running event scheduled for December 7, 2025, in Elvas, Portugal. Participants can experience diverse trail distances suitable for various levels of runners, making the event inclusive and accessible.
This race is open to all runners and celebrates the rich heritage of Elvas, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering unique and scenic routes through historic and natural landscapes. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, fostering a community spirit among runners and spectators alike.