Trail Running calendar near Southington 2026-2027

A scenic 3.1-mile road and trail run through the New York Botanical Garden, featuring forest and garden views, post-run festivities, and an included All-Garden Pass.

A scored 5K cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on September 27, 2026, part of the NYRR Cross Country Series with youth and accessibility programs.

Experience an ultimate endurance test at Mohawk Mountain by taking on 61 miles and 29,155 feet of elevation gain. Participants have 72 hours to run hike or walk their way to an Everest sized vertical achievement.

A 24 hour Backyard Ultra trail event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, CT, featuring about 14,400' of elevation and options to run, hike or walk.

A 30-hour trail ultra at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford CT with 2.5-mile loops, buckles at 100 miles, and a 50 participant field limit.

Trail races at Bradford Preserve on October 3, 2026 feature 5K, 10K and a free kids run on dirt trails with seasonal course markings and a required orange clothing rule per state regulations.

A 5K fall trail run and walk at Ryan Park in North Kingstown on October 3, 2026, benefiting the North Kingstown Firefighters Association. Registrations before September 14 include a race day t shirt and top finishers receive medals.

Run through 300 acres of scenic vineyards on a flat trail course in Peconic. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a post-race glass of wine at this chip-timed autumn event.

A 26.4 mile trail marathon in Ashford, CT on October 4, 2026 with rugged terrain and a two-person relay option.

Join the annual Run Stanley event at Stanley Park for a variety of trail races including a 5K K9 run and an accessible 1 mile stroll. Support local wildlife sanctuary maintenance while enjoying a community day in the park.

A 4-mile trail race through Irvington Woods on October 4, 2026, starting and finishing at the Irvington High School campus; rain or shine.

A fall trail race day in Norfolk, CT offering 5K, 10K and a half marathon with steep climbs, private-trail sections, a cupless policy with water stations, and on-site food and beverage vendors.

Trail half-marathon in Cold Spring NY on October 4, 2026 featuring 13.7 miles and 4,000 ft of gain through the Hudson Highlands; proceeds support NYNJTC.

A scored 5K cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on October 4, 2026 with live app tracking and on site awards.

Multi-day trail event in Rocky Point, NY on a 10.48 mile loop repeated for distances up to 150 miles, with two stocked aid stations and crew support.

On 10/10/2026 the Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k at Gemstone Farm in Wilton CT features a timed trail 5k, an accessible stroller run, live music, food and access to the farm, with proceeds supporting The Prospector's mission.

A scenic 5K through the carriage roads of Rockefeller State Park Preserve with hilly terrain, Swan Lake views, awards, t shirts and proceeds supporting carriage road maintenance.

Trail running at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area with 5K, 10K, half and marathon routes on ski slopes and state forest, cupless aid stations and finisher medals.

A single-loop trail half marathon through five parks in lower Westchester County, New Rochelle. Most of the course is on dirt and wooded trails and passes through areas with visible wildlife.

A pickle-themed Halloween obstacle event in Wallkill, NY with an adult 5K and a 1K kids course, themed medals, costumes, mud, and a community-focused Donate a Dragon 3D printing project.