Trail Running calendar near Welland 2026-2027

A multi-event trail running series at Chestnut Ridge Park in July and August where each runner's six best times from eight races count toward series awards; individual weekly walk-up registration is available alongside full series pre-regis..

Trail races on the Toronto Bruce Trail with 50 km, 27.5 km and 10 km options, technical single track and shuttle service from Kelso. Aid stations, cup free format and a finisher medal for finishers.

Trail races at Area 8 Conservation Area on July 18, held on trails around a former limestone quarry, with distances from 1 km for kids to 24.2 km and course maps and aid stations provided.

A wine-themed event at Liberty Vineyards on July 18, 2026 featuring a 1K tasting walk and a 5K run and walk, sampling stations, finish-line wine, and on-site food, music, and contests.

Trail event at Dundas Valley with a 7 km loop and multiple formats from a single loop to 100 miles plus 6 12 and 24 hour races. The race is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario and features partners La Sportiva and THN Labs.

Open-water swims, a swimrun and trail runs at the Welland Community Boathouse on August 2, 2026, with swims from 2K to 10K, an about 11 km swimrun and 5K and 10K trail options.

An ultramarathon in Lockport, NY on August 15, 2026, following the Erie Canal towpath with 100 mile, 50 mile and 25 mile options. Start area at Wide Water's Marina includes aid stations, showers and on-course support.

Raid the City is a three hour urban adventure run for teams of two in Hamilton. Teams use maps and a smartphone app to score checkpoints across trails, roads, alleys and parks while travelling on foot.

A community wellness event at Sprague Brook County Park on September 12, 2026 featuring a 5K trail run and a 2 mile non timed walk, with proceeds supporting the Bread of Life Outreach Center and keepsake blankets for early registrants.

UNFINISHED is a Backyard Ultra at Woodbine Beach Park where runners repeat a 6.71 km loop each hour and decide how far to go. Event options include an elimination format, a 15 hour open challenge, and a single community loop.

A family oriented survival style obstacle challenge at Paramount Fine Foods Centre in Mississauga. The event includes adults, kids and dogs and uses varied terrain with undisclosed obstacles. Tickets range from CAD 40.54 to CAD 107.64.

A community run through the vines at Palatine Hills Estate Winery featuring a timed 5 km race, untimed family and dog walks, post-run food and music, and winery perks. A portion of proceeds supports Community Care.

A 5K trail run on Bella Rose Vineyard grounds in Lewiston with a stemless wine glass and complimentary wine tasting for participants 21 or older. The event features professional timing, finish line photos, music, and on site parking.

Albion Ascent is a chip timed urban trail race in Hamilton with distances from 1 km kids to 21 km. Courses run through King's Forest and the Bruce Trail and include aid stations and a cupless policy.

Cross country meet in Niagara Falls on September 27, 2026, open to all ages with a combined men and women Open 5K in the afternoon. Events follow MTA and Athletics Ontario age groups and are sanctioned by both bodies.

Looped trail races at Christie Lake on October 10, 2026 offering distances from 5 km to 53 km with a relay option. The event supports Oceana Canada and provides aid stations plus on course nutrition from a local supplier.

Point to point trail races of 10 km and 25 km along the Bruce Trail from Burlington to Dundas, finishing at Dundas Valley Conservation Area; bus transport to starts, aid stations, and limited to 180 entries.

Trail races at Hilton Falls on November 7, 2026 offering 10 km, 25 km and 50 km. The course combines groomed runnable trails and short technical sections and includes planned aid stations and charity support.

A trail running event in Oakville on November 7, 2026, offering 5 km and 11 km routes through Lions Valley, held in honour of veterans and first responders with proceeds to Wounded Warriors Canada.

A winter solstice trail event at Marydale Park near Mount Hope with an approx 3.7 km loop and full, half, quarter and relay time options. The race is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario and benefits Hamilton Out Of The Cold.