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Saint Sylvester of Braga
Braga, Portugal
December 27, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5.7 km
FestiveCity Run+2
PTCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running in Braga
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 35 races in Braga with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions35Races & courses
Distances1 - 110 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Braga Half Marathon
Braga, Portugal
March 28, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km6 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+4
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Trail RFM Braga
Braga, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
17 km11 km6 km
City RunUrban Trail+3
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São João de Braga Bullfight
Braga, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
12 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
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Corrida Sporting
Lisbon, Portugal
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km4 km1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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Saint Sylvester of Porto
Porto, Portugal
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
FestiveCity Run+1
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Santa Maria Trail
Vila do Porto, Portugal
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
43 km22 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Lisbon Half Marathon
Lisbon, Portugal
March 6, 2027 to March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km7 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2026 | Saint Sylvester of Braga | Braga, Braga District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5.7 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Saint Sylvester of Porto | Porto, Porto District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2027 | Braga Half Marathon | Braga, Braga District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km6 km5 km |
| Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | Lisbon Half Marathon | Lisbon, Lisbon District, PT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km7 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Douro Verde Half Marathon | Baião, Porto District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Trail RFM Braga | Braga, Braga District, PT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 17 km11 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | São João de Braga Bullfight | Braga, Braga District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 12 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Corrida Sporting | Lisbon, Lisbon District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km4 km1 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | Santa Maria Trail | Vila do Porto, Azores, PT | Trail Running | 43 km22 km12 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail | Porto Moniz, Madeira, PT | Trail Running | 110 km80 km56 km40 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Maratona da Europa (Aveiro Marathon) | Aveiro, Aveiro District, PT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Matosinhos Half Marathon | Matosinhos, Porto District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km7 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Braga (Portugal, Braga District) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 35 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Lisbon, Porto, and Vila do Porto. Notable events in the selection include Saint Sylvester of Braga, Braga Half Marathon, and Trail RFM Braga.
Race distances span from 1 km to 110 km, reaching up to +7,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Braga includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Braga?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 35 individual races in Braga. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Saint Sylvester of Braga, Braga Half Marathon, and Trail RFM Braga.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Braga?
Events in Braga focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 110 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lisbon, Porto, and Vila do Porto.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Braga?
The most selective courses in Braga climb up to +7,200 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Braga?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.