Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2026-2027

Experience a unique run on the groomed slopes of Rabbit Hill Snow Resort. Choose between multiple distances or a six hour challenge to support maternity care in Haiti.

A Backyard Ultra event along the Oldman River, where runners start a 6.7 km loop every hour on the hour. The last person standing earns a spot on Team Canada. All proceeds support Youth One, a local youth centre.

Test your endurance in Wainwright's first Backyard Ultra featuring 6.7 km loops every hour. Support the local animal shelter while aiming for 100 miles on a course through town.

Join a community run and walk along the scenic trails of Telford Lake to support KidSport Leduc and County. Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with a DJ and post race snacks.

Experience an authentic backyard ultra held on private grounds in Spruce Grove. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour to support a non profit cause in a community driven event run by volunteers.

Explore the scenic trails of Cooking Lake Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area in this diverse trail event. Options range from kids races to a 100 km ultra marathon near Edmonton.

Conquer a 1000 meter climb at the Vertical Vendetta in Alberta. This exciting mountain race features four steep ascents at Pass Powderkeg Ski Area for a total distance of 9.75 km.

Race through ancient sand dunes and boreal forests at the Klondike Ultra in Alberta. Experience historic wagon trails and scenic river views with multiple distances ranging from 6 km to 100 km.

A 5 Peaks trail running event at Canmore Nordic Centre with distances from 1 km kids races to a 22 km Grit race on singletrack and double track. Safety rules include mandatory bear spray for selected distances.

Discover Alberta’s only sand dune ultra race in Edgerton with 25 km and 50 km courses. Experience a unique desert like landscape featuring rolling hills and sandy trails ending at a celebration in the heart of town.

The Folding Mountain Ultra takes runners on technical routes through the Rockies near Jasper National Park. With 25km and 60km distances, it offers a demanding mountain running experience. The finish line celebration features local food, mu..

Discover the scenery of Lethbridge during this 20 mile trail run through the local coulees. Runners can tackle the course as solo participants or join forces in teams of up to five people.

Be part of the first ultra marathon in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park. This roughly 50 km event can be run solo or as a team of two, set in a landscape over 1400 metres high.

Explore Edmonton's premier single track trail network with the North Sun Ultra. Choose between 30km and 50km distances through the River Valley while supporting local trail maintenance and community charities.

Experience Canada's largest 5k inflatable obstacle course in Edmonton featuring ten massive slides and bounce structures. Run or walk through this mud free event designed for fun and physical challenges for everyone.

Experience Canada largest inflatable obstacle course in Calgary featuring a 5 km route with ten giant slides and bouncers. Enjoy a mud free day of physical challenges accompanied by a live DJ and energetic atmosphere.

Experience a unique 5 km obstacle run featuring giant waterslides and massive amounts of foam in Leduc. This all ages event includes a festival atmosphere and supports Make-A-Wish Canada.

Test yourself at the Canadian National Skyrunning Championships in Alberta. This premier event features high altitude challenges including a Vertical Kilometer and the legendary 33 km SkyRace.

Experience a classic Alberta trail race through the scenic Kananaskis singletrack. Choose between marathon and half marathon distances on a challenging course featuring significant elevation and full support.

The fifth edition of the Grassroots Backyard Ultra in Okotoks features a unique "Last Person Standing" format on a 6.71 km loop. Timed 15-hour and 24-hour events also share the same scenic course. A cash prize awaits the final runner.