Trail Running Calendar Alberta 2026-2027

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.

A 62 km three stage ultra in Nordegg Alberta with solo and team options. The route follows mountain ridges and sections near the towns mining heritage.

Flyathlon mixes trail running, fishing and craft beer in Red Deer on September 12, 2026. This 5 km fundraising event is organized by Freshwater Conservation Canada and includes registration, fundraising, and prizes.

Trail races near Grande Prairie on September 12, 2026 with distances from a free 400 m kids run to a 42 km marathon that runs the half course forward and back.

Trail ultra on September 19, 2026 near Spruce Grove, Alberta, with looped distances from 12 km to 100 miles and kids runs. Online registration required and net proceeds support Olive Tree Projects.

Trail race on September 19, 2026 at Castle Mountain Resort featuring a 28 km solo and relay across two summits and an alpine valley. The course mixes single track and off-trail sections with live music after the event.

Trail races at William A. Switzer Provincial Park include a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km and a kids race for ages 10 and under. Course maps and elevation profiles are available on the event website.

A community fundraiser in Sundre, Alberta in September 2026 featuring 3K and 6K adult runs plus a kids Mini Run, supporting Burden Bearers Counselling and The Den SYC with bracelets, a foam pit option and post-run refreshments.

A September trail race in Edmonton supporting Amy's House, with options from a family friendly 5 km to a 50 km ultra. The marathon course can be run solo or as a 2 to 4 person relay.

A community cross-country event at Rosemont Hall featuring a 1 km kids' race and a 3 × 3 km three-person relay on groomed grass with tunnel runs and shallow creek crossings. Pre-registration and waivers required.

Trail races at Weaselhead Flats in southwest Calgary showcase autumn colors across singletrack and hard pack trails. Multiple distances include kids races plus 7.6 km and 14.0 km options with aid stations and a cup free policy.

Trail run and walk at Terwillegar Park on Saturday, September 26, 2026, offering a 7.5 km walk and a 10 km run with aid stations and volunteers, finishing at Riverbend Community Hall for a hot breakfast.

A 24 hours ski hill climb at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort where participants match the elevation of a famous mountain and raise funds for a Canadian charity. Teams or solo entries are available with onsite amenities.

The Devon stop of the 5 Peaks Northern Alberta series runs at Devon Lions Campground on river valley single track and hard pack trails, offering distances from 1 km kids races up to a 24 km multi loop Grit course.

An ultra trail event in Northern Alberta offering 100 mile and 100 km formats for teams and solo runners, run on county roads, gravel beds and single track with staffed aid stations.

Trail event at Spring Lake Ski Hill featuring a 20K loop with over 200 metres of elevation gain per lap. Distances of 20K, 40K and 60K are available for solo runners or relay teams.

Trail running event in Lacombe AB on October 3 2026 with distances from 2k to 10 miles. Earlybird registration opens March 15 and online registration opens May 1 2026.

A trail event at the Canmore Nordic Centre on October 3, 2026 featuring 5K and 10K courses on double-track dirt trails, aid stations with Precision Fuel and finish line pie from JK Bakery.

Grizzly Ultra is set for Saturday, October 10, 2026, organized by Grizzly Events. Online registration via Zone4.ca closes October 5, 2026 and the form includes duplicate bib checks and payment options.

A 5 km and 10 km run at Police Point Park in Medicine Hat on Oct 17 2026. The event is officially timed, awards medals to all finishers, and encourages participants to wear costumes before Halloween.