Trail Running Calendar Connecticut 2026-2027

Experience a scenic road race past historic farms and through the Litchfield Hills starting at the Mine Hill Distillery. This half marathon features a challenging uphill first half followed by a fast downhill finish.

A timed 5K trail race at Coogan Farm in Mystic, running through meadows, woods, and fields, with limited entry, tiered fees, an awards ceremony, and opportunities to meet Nature Center animal ambassadors.

A weekly Tuesday evening cross country series at Waveny Park with varied distances and formats, including predicted time races, relays, handicaps, a luminaria finish, and age-graded awards.

A weekly 5K cross-country trail series at Worthington Winery in Somers, Connecticut, held Wednesdays from June 3 to July 1, 2026. The course runs through backwoods and vineyard areas with views of ponds and a covered bridge.

A multi-day elevation endurance series at Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall Connecticut from June 4 to 7 2026. Events range from a 12 hour 15 mile challenge to 84 hour ultras with solo and team FlexRelay formats.

Experience a timed 5K trail run or walk through the scenic woods and fields of the Van Vleck Farm and Nature Sanctuary. Enjoy live music and food trucks at this annual community event in Woodbury.

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.

Six hours of looped trail running at Ansonia Nature Center on Saturday June 13, 2026. The course uses roughly 1.9 mile singletrack laps with about 170 feet of elevation gain per lap and is limited to 69 runners.

Trail races at Mansfield Hollow State Park: a roughly 15.7 mile out and back on the Nipmuck Trail and a new 5K trail loop. Proceeds support Connecticut trail stewardship groups.

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 timed loop event in Hamden, CT on a 4.25 mile course with 500 feet of gain per loop. Options include marathon, 50K, and 50 mile attempts, with proceeds supporting the Brooksvale Gift Fund.

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.