Trail Running calendar near Merritt Island 2026-2027

On May 2, 2026 the TOUGH Gator 5K Mud Run offers timed 5K and 2K courses across 200+ acres of Florida wilderness with multiple muddy obstacles. All proceeds support international aid including disaster relief and school supplies.

The inaugural Moss Islesly 5K Run/Walk at Moss Park in Orlando takes place on May 4, 2026. The evening event features a Star Wars costume contest, guaranteed T-shirt and medal for early registrants, and a mixed surface course.

A remote, point-to-point 57.41-mile trail ultra on the Florida National Scenic Trail through Ocala National Forest. Crew support and a communication device are mandatory; participation is capped at 50 with a suggested donation to support th..

An in-person 5K trail run and a virtual 5K take place May 23, 2026 in Palm Bay, Florida. Amenities include race shirts, custom medals for the first 300 registrants and food at the finish.

Treat Trot-Orlando in Minneola, FL on June 6, 2026 offers in-person and virtual options across Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 15K, plus a volunteer then run option. Registrations include a shirt, bib, medal, photos, and postrace snacks.

A mid-June trail event at Lake Louisa State Park with 4- and 8-mile loop options, live music, leftover swag and throwback medals, aid stations, chip timing and post-race food.

The Independence Double offers a no-frills running experience over two days in Winter Park, Florida. Choose from five distances each day on a flat, shaded loop course. Expect a casual, hand-timed event with a focus on community and low entr..

An out and back trail ultra at the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach with a central base and eight arms that combine into distances from a 5K to 100 miles. A 32 hour finish window applies and crew support is recommended.

A multi-distance running event in Orlando on 2026-07-18 featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, shorter youth races, relay and a virtual option with mailed packets and race swag.

Summer Sizzler in Orlando on 08/02/2026 features 1 mile, kids dash, 5k, 10k, 15k, virtual options, and a volunteer then run choice. Registrations include event shirts and finisher medals and select distances use chip timing.

Looped trail race at the Oxbow Eco Center in Port St. Lucie on September 19, 2026, with timed 8k and 25k options. Proceeds support local environmental education programs; the marked course includes aid stations and start area facilities.

A multi-distance running event at Jay Blanchard Park on September 27, 2026 offering a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 mile, kids dash, volunteer option and a virtual race, with bibs, shirts and finisher medals provided for most entries.

Orlando Spartan Weekend at Lake Nona on Oct 10 and 11, 2026 features obstacle course events from a 5 km sprint with 20 obstacles to a 10 km super with 25 obstacles. Team entries can secure shared start times and verified discounts are avail..

Experience an off-road 5k trail run with your dog at Rock Springs Run State Reserve. This dog-friendly event features a spooky theme, finishers medals for both humans and pets, and supports local animal rescues.

Celebrate Halloween with a spooky 5K in Clermont. The evening event features haunted zones, a costume contest, and a live DJ. A virtual 5K option is also available.

A chip-timed trail run at Lake Louisa State Park with 5K, 10K and half-marathon options, aid stations roughly every two miles, on-course restrooms, post-race food and awards for individual and team categories.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a series of themed races including a Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k in Orlando. Enjoy chip timed results, finisher medals, and family friendly distances like the Kids Dash and 1 Mile fun run.

Trail ultraruns at Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, FL offering 50K and 25K on a 16.2 mile loop with mostly singletrack, varied terrain and about 700 feet of elevation on the 50K. Four aid stations and professional timing are provided.

Celebrate the holidays at the Candy Cane Course in Orlando featuring distances from a Kids Dash to a 15k. Enjoy chip-timed results, designer shirts, finisher medals, and festive treats at the finish line.

A Trifecta weekend at Skipper Ranch near Sebring, Florida, featuring Sprint, Super and Beast courses across farmland, marsh and calf-deep mud. A kids race, workshop and spectator options run alongside the main races.