The Forum Barreiro Night Run – 10th Edition will light up the streets of Barreiro at night, offering distances such as 10 km, 5 km, and a Kids’ Race. This community and charity event donates 10% of its proceeds to social causes, encouraging participation from all ages in a fun, safe, and energetic evening atmosphere.
The 2nd Edition of the Eco Meia Maratona do Lizandro is a running event scheduled for June 21, 2026, in Carvoeira, Mafra. It features three distances: the Eco Half Marathon (21.120 km), the Eco Mini Marathon (12 km), and an Eco Walk (12 km), making it accessible to a wide range of participants including those who prefer a leisure walk.
Open to all athletes aged 18 and over, the event offers competitive races as well as a non-competitive walking option, promoting the sport for all ages. The race courses are set in mostly natural terrain with magnificent landscapes along the Lizandro River, providing a unique and scenic experience for participants.
The atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, supported by the local parish council of Carvoeira, with awards for top finishers in overall and age categories, as well as team competitions. The event starts and finishes near the Igreja da Senhora do Ó church, contributing to a festive and well-organized race day environment.
The EDP 8K 2026 is a running race taking place on October 11, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. The event starts at the Vasco da Gama Bridge and finishes at the Alameda dos Oceanos near the Pavilion of Portugal, providing a unique experience of running across one of Lisbon’s iconic landmarks with stunning views over the Tagus River and the city.
This race features a single distance of 8 kilometers and is open to participants aged 9 and above, with minors required to be accompanied by an adult. It is part of the program of the EDP Marathon of Lisbon, aligning with the Hyundai Half Marathon and offering a shared course for much of the route. The event is non-competitive in nature but awards prizes to the first three male and female finishers.
The atmosphere of the EDP 8K is inclusive and festive, welcoming a large field with a participant limit of 7,000 runners. The race includes dedicated provisions for athletes with disabilities, including participants with visual impairment and those using wheelchairs, ensuring accessibility and equality. The event also features official hydration points and the organizational support typical of major urban races.
The Estrela Road Challenge 2026 is a challenging road running event taking place in Manteigas, Serra da Estrela, Portugal, on October 24-25, 2026. It features demanding courses that test endurance and strength amidst spectacular mountain scenery.
Participants can choose between three race formats: the Uphill® 21 km race with 1600 m positive elevation gain, the Uphill + Downhill® 42 km race with 3200 m total elevation change, and the 42 km Relay Team® race where one runner completes the Uphill and the other the Downhill segment. The event is open to athletes aged 18 and above, requiring good physical condition and experience due to its mountain terrain.
Set in the natural park of Serra da Estrela, the race offers unique landscapes of mountainous roads with strict environmental and social responsibility values. The atmosphere is competitive yet respectful and supportive, emphasizing ethics and solidarity among runners, volunteers, and organizers.