Alberta
Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Alberta for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 68 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Alberta below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
Trail races at Nose Hill Park on August 30, 2026 with 34 km, 17 km, 6.8 km and a 2 km kids course plus chip timing and aid stations.
A 17 km one-lap trail race at Nose Hill Park with official chip timing, a midcourse aid station and race photos and swag included.
September 2026
Trail races at Canmore Nordic Centre with multiple distances on singletrack and technical climbs; bear spray is required for longer courses.
A one-day obstacle race at Misery Mountain on September 5, 2026, featuring a 6.2 km course with 212 m of ascent, volunteer-built obstacles, and community-driven organization.
Trail event at Kihcihkaw Askî with 12.5 kilometre loops, solo and relay options from 5 km to 100 km and stocked aid stations.
Annual trail run in Elkwater offering 2km, 5km and 10km routes, finisher medal and T shirts available through early August.
Seven midweek cross country races across Edmonton parks from 9 September to 21 October 2026 with individual race fees and a series package available.
A weekend trail ultra in Lethbridge offering 50 km, 100 km and 100 mile options across river valley coulees, with aid stations, notable elevation and Western States qualifying times.
Trail race at Nitehawk on September 11 2026 with 3 km 5 km and 10 km options plus finisher medal meal and awards.
Black Lung Ultra Part III in Nordegg, Alberta on September 12, 2026 includes a 62 km ultra and a 1.7 km kids race through the Historic Nordegg Collieries. The event is organized by Coliseum Sports and Entertainment.
A colourful 5k with inflatable monsters, colour stations, bubbles and a post run festival at Northeast River Valley Park on Sept 12, 2026.
Community 5K at North Glenmore Park to fund Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation, followed by a festival with music, food, activities and prize draws.
A multisport event in Red Deer combining trail running, catch and release fishing and a postrace drink at Troubled Monk, with funds supporting freshwater conservation.
Trail running and walking at Wapiti Nordic near Grande Prairie AB with looped 400 m, 3K, 5K, 10K, 21K and a 42K that runs the half course forward and back.
A grassroots 12.2 km trail race at the Tsuut'ina Cultural Museum with single-track, river crossings, mountain views, and a post-race BBQ and swag.
High school and community cross country registration in Medicine Hat on September 12, 2026, with online entry at $10 CAD and a September 10 deadline; fees are non refundable.
Community trail run and walk in Fort McMurray on September 13, 2026, with kids races, family activities, and fundraising for humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Trail ultra at Riverside RV Park near Spruce Grove with looped distances from 12 km to 100 mile, kids runs, river crossings and proceeds to Olive Tree Projects.
A 28 km mountain trail at Castle Mountain Resort with summit climbs, relay options and variable September weather.
Trail races at William A. Switzer Provincial Park on September 19, 2026, offering a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, and a kids race for ages 10 and under.