Trail Running calendar near Bradenton 2025-2026

Candy Cane Course- Tampa, organized by Bodies Race Company, takes place in Tampa, Florida (venue to be announced) on December 13, 2025. It offers 1 mile, 5k, 12k, Kids Dash, and Virtual Race, plus a Volunteer option. The holiday-themed, family-friendly event features chip-timed 5k/12k with live resu..

RunFluent Christmas in Lutz, Florida returns for year three with options for a 4-mile race or a 7-hour multi-lap challenge, including a 7-hour, two-person relay. The event takes place at 17302 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Race-day atmosphere features a race T-shirt for every participant, finisher awards, and t..

The Peace River 100 Miler is an ultramarathon held at Mosaic Peace River Park in Bartow, Florida. The course features a challenging 10-mile loop combining equestrian trails, sandy paths, rolling grass, and limestone roads. Runners face a 36-hour cutoff to complete the 100-mile distance, with aid sta..

The Downtown Dunedin Holiday 5K, 10K, and 15K With Toy Drive is held at HOB Brewing Company in downtown Dunedin, Florida. It offers three distances: a 5K, a 10K (two 5K loops), and a 15K (three 5K loops), all on a fully paved course along the Pinellas Trail that starts and finishes at HOB. The event..

Bodies Race Company presents the Candy Cane Course in Punta Gorda, Florida, held at South County Regional Park-Baseball Field. The holiday-themed race offers 5k and 12k, plus family-friendly options including a 1-mile run and a Kids Dash, plus a Virtual Race. Participants can expect a designer shirt..

Croom Zoom is a trail running event held in Brooksville, Florida, inside Withlacoochee State Forest. Runners tackle three distances on the Croom Park trails: 50K, 20M, and 10M. The course centers on a main 10-mile loop with a starter loop for the longer distances, weaving through oak hammocks and Fl..

Long Haul 100 in Lakeland, Florida, is a premier 100-mile and 100-furlong trail race held at Colt Creek State Park. The course showcases Florida’s diverse, scenic landscape, with runners passing wildlife such as bald eagles, deer, alligators, otters, tortoises, and fox squirrels. The 100-mile option..

The Scrub Jay Races, held annually at Oscar Scherer State Park in Osprey, Florida, feature a 5K and a challenging Scramble 10K trail run. The 5K course is road-runner friendly, mostly on asphalt, pavers, and crushed shell paths, with the final mile on park trails including a small sandy section. The..

Coo-Wah-Chobee 50k-25k-5k is a RunFluent event held at Carlton Preserve in Venice, Florida. The second annual race offers a single-loop 50k, plus 25k, 5k, and a youth 5k option, appealing to runners of varying abilities. Runners navigate a course that blends mixed single-track and dual-track trails..

The Pine Island Calusa Trail 5K Run and Walk takes place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Bokeelia, FL. The event is a family- and pet-friendly walk/run partnered with the Florida Museum's Randell Research Center. The course includes approximately one mile on the Calusa Heritage Trail, a hard-pack..

The Mardi Gras Canicross, 10k and 5k Run takes place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Celery Feilds in Sarasota, Florida. The event location is listed as 900 Center Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240. The event program includes the following race distances and classes: 5k 10k Canicross 5k Mini Canicross Canicr..

The Gopherdillo Trail Run takes place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Lake Manatee State Park in Bradenton, FL (20007 FL-64, Bradenton, FL 34212). The event includes two distances: 5K 10K Both distances follow dedicated routes with no loops. Surfaces on the course include sand, grass, and pave..

The AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run takes place at Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland, Florida on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event offers three options: Night Owl 5K (3.1 miles) Coyote 10K (6.2 miles) Nighthawk 15K Challenge - run both the 5K and 10K back-to-back All courses are loop courses..

Skunk Ape’s Revenge is a multi-distance endurance event held in the Green Swamp – West Tract near Dade City, Florida (13347 Ranch Road, 33525). Participants choose among a 60k run, a 30k run, or a 30k Ruck. The course traverses swampy, wooded terrain for a rugged outdoor experience, with aid station..

The Sasquatch Run in Venice, Florida, is a vibrant trail running event held at Carlton Reserve. It offers multiple race distances including 15k, 10k, 5k, and a virtual race option, catering to a wide range of runners. Participants enjoy a festive atmosphere with local vendor booths, music, and commu..

All Day at Holloway takes place at Holloway Park in Lakeland, Florida. The event offers four distance options: 10k, 30k, and 50k, plus a 50k relay in which five teammates complete the same 10k loop. It celebrates a day-long endurance vibe in a park setting, with a public, community-driven atmosphere..

Long Play Trail Run in Brooksville, Florida, takes runners on a single epic loop through the Croom Tract of the Withlacoochee State Forest. The event offers three distances: a 33.3-mile ultra, a half marathon, and a 6K, all beginning and ending at the Ridge Manor Trailhead along the Withlacoochee Ri..

The Turtle Trot 10K & 5K is a running and walking event held at SunWest Park in Hudson, Florida. The course features a paved hiking path that loops around historic salt mines, offering participants a scenic and unique experience. Runners and walkers can choose between timed 10K and 5K distances or a..

Colt Creek State Park Trail Run, hosted by The Florida Run, unfolds at Colt Creek State Park near Lakeland, Florida. Runners choose from 5K (3.18 miles), 10K (6.28 miles), or Half-Marathon (13.13 miles). The course winds through pine forests, lakeshores, and open meadows, with elevation gains of abo..

Kraken is a running event in Sarasota, Florida, offering 5k and 10k distances. The atmosphere blends racing with a festival vibe, featuring vendor booths and live music. Runners receive snacks, refreshments, a stylish T-shirt, and a finishers bottle opener.An awards ceremony honors the top three mal..