EPIC Azores 2026
EPIC Azores brings seven trail races to São Miguel from 3 to 5 December 2026.
When
December 3–5, 2026
From 3 to 5 December 2026, São Miguel will host EPIC Azores, a three-day trail-running event centred on competitive racing across the island.
Seven races are planned for this edition. Their courses extend through five São Miguel municipalities, giving the programme a broad island-wide setting rather than a single-course format.
Vila Franca do Campo is identified as the event’s reference location. The race weekend combines sporting challenge with the contrasting landscapes and terrain found around São Miguel.
Runners, travelling companions and local spectators can look forward to a major fixture in the Azores trail-running calendar. Registration, rules, schedules and practical race information should be checked with the organiser before attending.
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12
Nov
Today 09:30
O Rock vai à Escola
Passos Pesados present an educational rehearsal and concert at Ponta Delgada Prison on 12 November at 09:30. Free activity; confirm access arrangements.
12
Nov
Today 19:00
Open Workshops
Try handmade printing techniques at Oficina do Largo in Ponta Delgada on 12 November, from 19:00 to 22:00. Free workshop for ages 14 and over.
12
Nov
Today 12 Nov – 15 Nov
Choral Conducting Masterclass #2
Practical conducting training with Paulo Vassalo Lourenço in Ponta Delgada, from 12 to 15 November, as part of Projecto Raiz. Free with registration.
12
Nov
Today 12 Nov – 15 Nov
Orchestral Conducting Masterclass #2
Practical conducting training with Alberto Roque in Ponta Delgada, from 12 to 15 November, as part of Projecto Raiz. Free with registration.Near the event
All placesCorpo Santo Beach
Corpo Santo Beach in Vila Franca do Campo has fine sand, easy access and views of the islet, as well as parking, changing rooms and lifeguard cover.Vinha da Areia Beach
Vinha da Areia Beach in Vila Franca do Campo is about 320 metres long, with light-coloured sand and a position almost directly facing the Vila Franca islet.Leopoldina Beach
Leopoldina Beach in Ribeira das Tainhas has fine sand, is about 100 metres long and is reached by a path near fortress ruins and natural pools.Trails nearby
All trailsQuatro Fábricas de Luz
A walk through Ribeira da Praia’s hydroelectric history, linking former power stations, water conduits and waterfalls.
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Duration
- 1h30
- Difficulty
- Easy
Lagoa do Fogo
A route through the Ribeira da Praia valley to Lagoa do Fogo, crossing water channels, upland woodland and protected volcanic scenery.
- Distance
- 10.2 km
- Duration
- 4h
- Difficulty
- Medium
Rota da Água - Janela do Inferno
A Remédios circuit through tunnels, aqueducts, streams and Janela do Inferno, revealing Lagoa’s water heritage.
- Distance
- 7.6 km
- Duration
- 2h30
- Difficulty
- Easy