Meia-Maratona São João das Lampas

The 9th Esmeriz/Cabeçudos Popular Race will take place on September 13, 2025 in the Union of Parishes of Esmeriz and Cabeçudos, Vila Nova de Famalicão. The program includes multiple races for different age groups, from Minis to Veterans, as well as a non-competitive walk open to all. The event is open to athletes from all sports backgrounds, including federated, school, military, popular, and independent runners. The course runs through the streets of Esmeriz and Cabeçudos, with distances adapted to each category, offering a local and family-friendly atmosphere.

The Abutres SkyRace returns on September 13–14, 2025, in Miranda do Corvo, central Portugal, organized by Associação Abutrica. This mountain running event features five distinct challenges: the Kids Vertical, the 4.5 km VerticalRace, the 12 km and 25 km SkyRaces, and a non-competitive 10 km walk. With trails crossing forests, rivers, and mountainous terrain, athletes face technical courses, elevation gains, and rugged beauty typical of skyrunning. The event is part of the national Skyrunning calendar and attracts elite and amateur runners alike. Complete support, secure aid stations, and detailed course marking ensure a top-tier trail experience.

The HYDRA GAMES return to Almada on 13–14 September 2025, promising an intense blend of endurance running and functional fitness. Hosted at the Pista Municipal de Atletismo Alberto Chaíça, this innovative competition fuses 800 m running intervals with challenging workout stations such as SkiErg, Air Bike, Dumbbell Lunges, and Wall Balls. The event is inclusive, welcoming individuals, duos (male, female, mixed), teens, and kids. Each participant faces 8 rounds of 800 m running paired with functional workouts. With chip timing, strict judging, and categories adapted for all fitness levels, the HYDRA GAMES offer a hybrid athletic experience that pushes strength and stamina while fostering fair play. Prizes include €4000 in cash and sponsor vouchers.

The 16th Castro Marim Half Marathon and 2nd Night Minimaratona happen on September 13, 2025, in Altura. Organized by Clube Recreativo Alturense, the event features a half marathon (21.1 km) and a night minimaratona (~10.5 km), both starting and finishing near Altura Athletic Track. With a festive evening atmosphere, medical and security support, and charitable benefits organized under Algarve Athletics Association, it's both a community celebration and a competitive challenge .