Trail Running Calendar Connecticut 2026-2027

Experience a day of trail running and mountain biking at the Norbrook Farm Brewery Trail Festival. Enjoy multiple race distances, local food trucks, and rewards at this scenic Connecticut brewery.

A 5K trail and obstacle run on the 400 acre campus of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford CT, featuring 24 obstacles and a festival area with vendors, live music, and food trucks, supporting the Gaylord Sports Association.

A six hour trail event at the Ansonia Nature Center with repeated counterclockwise 1.9 mile singletrack loops and about 170 feet of climb per loop. The 2026 edition was limited to 69 runners and was sold out.

Trail races at Mansfield Hollow State Park with a 15-mile out-and-back on the Nipmuck Trail and a new 5K route; proceeds support Connecticut trail stewardship and the event is organized by Shenipsit Striders.

A community 5K trail run, walk, and hike at Eisenhower Park in Milford on June 14, 2026, on a high school cross country course. The event supports the Milford Rotary and Beth El Center and includes music, water, snacks, awards, and T shirts..

A morning trail run at Gay City State Park on June 20, 2026, offering 8 mile, 5 mile and 3 mile races. The 8 mile joins regional trail series and includes team competition with prize money.

A 5K through Camp Jewell’s roads and wooded trails including a covered bridge, plus a free one mile kids run. Pre entry is $30 before June 6 and increases to $35 afterward.

Test your endurance at Roosevelt Forest on a 2.1 mile loop featuring classic New England terrain. Complete as many laps as you wish over 33 hours or aim for the 100 mile buckle in this intimate 50 runner event.

A 12 hour looped endurance event at Brooksvale Park in Hamden CT. Runners complete 3.1 mile loops with about 300 feet of gain and aid at each loop, with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance.

A five-race Monday evening cross country series at Wickham Park in Manchester CT, the 35th edition features roughly 2.4 to 2.6 mile courses, a discounted full-series entry, and proceeds supporting the Manchester High School Shoe Fund.

A point to point 5K in East Hampton beginning at the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue with shuttle transport from Center School. Bib pick-up is at Center School gym and awards are presented by age group after the race.

New for 2026 at Putnam Memorial State Park, The Revolution is a timed trail event run on a 1.776 mile loop that passes Revolutionary War sites. Runners choose 12 hour, 6 hour, or 3 hour formats and carry their own hydration.

A memorial 5K run and walk at Owen Bell Park in Dayville CT that raises funds for a scholarship for Killingly Ag-Ed seniors. The day includes a 5K, a walk, and a kids fun run on off-road paths with possible trip hazards.

A 1 mile out and back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail with a crushed gravel surface and hand timing. Held July 19, 2026 in East Granby in two waves with limited parking; proceeds benefit charities.

Soapstone Assault is a 5.5 mile trail race in Somers, CT organized by Shenipsit Striders, featuring six ascents and about 1,500 feet of climbing. The course has steep, rocky sections, limited aid access, and the field is capped at 50 runner..

A 7-mile USATF sanctioned trail race in Barkhamsted, CT on 08/01/2026. Registration runs 05/03/2026 to 07/31/2026 with a $20 fee and no race day registration; results posted online by Greystone Electronics.

A community cross country meet at Stonington High School offering a 5K and a children's 1/2 mile. The course mixes track, quiet campus streets, trails, grass, and finishes back on the track.

The 3rd Annual Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT on August 9, 2026 runs on the new Bridgewater Town Park trails through woodlands near Lake Lillinonah, with participation gifts and awards for top finishers.

Step Up for the Brave runs Aug 10–15, 2026 with 90 minute stair climb and walk challenges at Sacred Heart University plus a five day 40,000 step virtual challenge supporting veterans experiencing homelessness.

An eight-hour trail event in Tolland, Connecticut where participants run repeated ~5K loops from Crandall's Pavilion. The day includes music, a potluck with pancakes and burgers, and proceeds that support Connecticut trail stewardship.