Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2026-2027

A backyard ultra held May 16, 2026 near Spruce Grove, Alberta with repeated 6.7 km loops that must start on the hour and finish within the hour. The event supports Olive Tree Projects through the River’s Edge Running Series.

An evening trail run in Canmore on May 16, 2026 offering 5K and 10K options. Chip timing, finish line cupcake and non alcoholic mojito included, and 2 from each entry supports a local rescue.

An obstacle course race at Kin Coulee Park in Medicine Hat on May 16, 2026, organized by Union Races. Competitive heats offer podium awards by age and gender and non timed family heats are available.

Union Trail Run at Kin Coulee Park on May 17 2026 features 5K and 10K courses across trails, paths, hills and cross country. All competitors are timed and receive medals with age group awards in seven categories.

A fitness adventure at North Glenmore Park that places adults, kids and k9s on a military style obstacle course. The event focuses on varied terrain and unrevealed obstacles and lasts about two hours.

A four-week timed cross country series on Camrose trails held on Mondays in late May and June. Races award points toward medals across the series, with course options from 2 km to 8 km and single race or four race entry options.

A trail ultramarathon held May 30, 2026, in the Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area near Edmonton. Races span from 4 km kids events to 100 km, with ACU categories and fundraising partners.

Vertical Vendetta is a loop mountain race at Pass Powderkeg in Crowsnest Pass on May 30, 2026. Runners complete four steep ascents to reach 1,000 m of elevation gain over about 9.75 km, with timing points and a single aid station.

Inaugural Snake Hill Backyard Ultra in Sundre on May 30, 2026 features repeated 6.7 km laps on rooty, rocky and muddy trails, one lap each hour until a runner stops. Entry fee is 50.00 USD and proceeds support local trail maintenance.

Trail running in Whitemud Park with fast singletrack, bridge crossings and an Enduro loop of about 13.4 km. Multiple distances for kids and adults, cup free aid stations and on site swag and medal options.

Trail races across sand dunes and boreal forest beside the Athabasca River. Multiple distances from 6 km to 100 km with varied single track, creekside sections and historic Klondike trail features.

Trail races at the Canmore Nordic Centre ranging from 1 km to 22 km, with mountain views, technical singletrack and a requirement to carry bear spray for most distances.

A loop trail race in Edgerton Alberta across sand dunes and mixed terrain, offering about 50 km, about 25 km and a two person relay. Multiple aid stations, handmade finisher buckle and a postrace beer.

A mountain ultramarathon near Jasper National Park offering 61 km or 25 km routes, technical terrain with a short scree section, and a village-style finish at Folding Mountain Landing.

A 20-mile trail run in the coulees of Lethbridge on June 6, 2026, open to solo runners and teams up to five. The hilly route has little shade and water at transition points.

A two hour in person fitness challenge at Legacy Park in Lethbridge that places adults, children and K9 on a military style course. Organized by Zulu Challenge with tickets from CAD 57.31 to 107.64 and a no refunds policy.

A timed ultramarathon in Sherwood Park where runners cover as many laps as possible in set time limits. The event offers kids races, 6 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour and relay options and supports the Saffron Centre.

Hidden Oasis Ultra is a trail ultramarathon of roughly 50 kilometres in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park. The course reaches the park high point at 1466 meters and the event includes pre race activities and post race gatherings.

Run Edmonton's single-track trails in the North Sun Ultra. Choose between a challenging 50 km ultramarathon or a 30 km trail race through the river valley. This non-profit event supports local community organizations with its proceeds.

An inflatable obstacle course of about 5 km at Capilano Park in Edmonton in June 2026, described as Canada's largest all-inflatable race. Waves depart every 20 minutes and each participant receives a headband or buff and a finisher's medal.