Alberta
Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Alberta for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 71 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Alberta below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
A free Halloween relay in Calgary where teams run repeated 400 m loops passing a skeleton arm, with music, lights, candy and a costume contest.
An evening 5 km trail run at Tru Grit Buffalo Ranch in Sherwood Park supporting the Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey with glow gear and live owl ambassadors.
An underground loop race at Bellevue Underground Mine on October 31–November 1, 2026, offering 3 to 24 hour categories, stable 0 °C to 2 °C conditions, a 500 m lap, and a 100-runner field with community Halloween activities.
A family friendly 3 km fundraising run around the Fairview golf course with Survivor and Fun Run options and medals for finishers.
Free Wellness Program Halloween cross country event on Oct 31 with a 5K and a 2K kids run across from Thunderchief gas bar on Hiway 509, limited to 125 entries.
November 2026
Provincial cross-country championships in Calgary on November 7, 2026, with set registration deadlines and fees; 60 athletes from 15 clubs are listed.
Community fundraising run in Edmonton collecting warm winter items for the city's houseless, with 21 km, 10 km, 5 km and virtual participation options.
A 55 km, five-loop trail ultra at Chickakoo Lake on November 21, 2026, with solo and relay options, technical single-track and limited field sizes.
Cross-country meet in South Edworthy Park with 1 km kids, 4 km and 8 km races and a post-race soup social.
December 2026
December cross-country in Bowmont Park with kids, 4 km and 8 km races, varied terrain, post-race soup and a community social.
A 20 mile mid‑December race at West Bragg Creek made of three counterclockwise loops run in any order, with an eight hour time limit and required cold weather gear.
January 2027
Experience a classic winter cross country race on the scenic Panorama Hills trails in Calgary. Choose between 4 km and 8 km distances on a snowy and varied terrain with a community social to follow.
A cross country race through Twelve Mile Coulee in Calgary featuring roughly 4 km and 8 km courses plus a children's 0.5 km fun run. Snow and mud are common and spikes or cleats are recommended.
February 2027
A winter cross-country race at Nose Hill Park offering 4 km and 8 km courses plus a kids fun run, part of the 2025 to 2026 Grand Prix Series. The 2026 event is the 41st running.
Experience a traditional winter cross country race through the scenic Weaselhead Flats and Jackrabbit Trail. Tackle snowy forest paths in 4 km or 8 km distances followed by a warm community social.
March 2027
Final race of the 2025 to 2026 Grand Prix series in Fish Creek Provincial Park. Trail loops of about 4 km and 8 km include snow, ice, hills and water crossings; spikes or cleats are recommended.
Indoor 5 km run through Calgary +15 Skywalk on 7 March 2027 with timed waves, team discounts, and onsite bib pickup, course sheltered from the weather.
Trail races at Rundle Family Centre on March 14, 2027 offering 5K and 10K options, chip timing, a finisher medal and a post-race hot meal.
April 2027
A hill running event on the groomed slopes of Rabbit Hill Snow Resort offering three formats, aid stations, finishers' medals and fundraising for Olive Tree Projects.
May 2027
A charity backyard ultra along the Oldman River on May 1, 2027 with roughly 6.7 km hourly loops until one runner remains; proceeds support Youth One youth programs.