Trail Running calendar near Chillicothe 2026-2027

Run the festive Fat Tuesday 5K or 10K at Keg Grove in Bloomington along the Constitution Trail. Grab Mardi Gras beads, enter a King Cake raffle and enjoy post race drinks while supporting St Vincent De Paul.

Trail races through the sandy pine forests of Sand Ridge State Forest near Manito, IL on March 7, 2026. Distances include a 10K, half marathon and marathon with aid stations, age group awards and finishers medals for the longer distances.

Blarney Blitz is a St. Patrick's Day themed 5K Run/Walk in Peoria, running along the Riverfront Trail with a post-race party at Kelleher's Irish Pub. The event benefits Crew 309 and is organized by ShaZam Racing.

Timed loop trail races at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL include 33.75-mile and 13.5-mile options plus a relay. Single track loops alternate direction each lap and a staffed aid station provides drinks and snacks.

Clinton Lake Ultra on March 28, 2026 in DeWitt, IL features a 30 mile and a 10 mile trail race on three 10 mile loops, two aid stations per loop, mandatory volunteer service, race awards, and event swag.

Trail races at Carpenter Park on April 4 2026 offering 5K and 10K routes with river and woodland views. It is the first event in the All American Trail Trek Series and includes a race T-shirt and finisher medal.

A multi-distance trail event at McNaughton Park in Pekin, Illinois on April 9 to 12, 2026. Runners do 10 mile loops of single-track, prairies, creek crossings and rolling hills with aid stations and on-site primitive camping.

A weekend of in-person and virtual races in Monticello, Illinois, featuring a trail and road Half Marathon, 10K, and a nighttime Trail-Glo 5K. The event benefits Robert Allerton Park and supports Make-A-Wish Illinois.

Trail races of 5 km and 10 km at Wildlife Prairie Park near Hanna City, IL, with park admission included. The event features water stations, post-race snacks, awards by overall and age groups, and a member discount.

Trail races at Sunderbruch Park in Davenport, IA featuring approximately 5k and 10k single-track courses, cup-free aid, race swag and a potluck with bacon and beer. Online registration only with waitlist and a deferral option.

A community trail event on May 30, 2026 in Springfield, IL featuring an 8 km course through the Lincoln Memorial Garden and a Kids Fun Run with short pond-side laps for three age groups.

A chip timed 5k at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery on June 14, 2026 featuring a two lap cross country style course, race swag and a wine pour, with age group awards and a virtual participation option.

Celebrate Independence Day at Freedom Run 2026 in Centennial Park, Springfield, with a 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile fun run. Chip timed courses start atop Centennial Hill, wind through scenic trails, and finish with breakfast, a shirt, and a medal.

A multi-distance running event on July 15, 2026 at Discovery Trail in Clinton, IA offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50K with listed entry fees and no time limits.

Join the CMAR Trail Races at Camp Wokanda July 17 to 19, 2026, offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, 50K and Half Marathon on scenic, hilly loop and out and back courses. Big elevation and friendly aid stations make it a rewarding trail challenge.

A summer trail event in Hudson, Illinois offering 12 hour last-person-standing, 6 hour, 3 hour and 1 hour timed runs plus an untimed option. The looped course is about 4.1 miles and some proceeds support Comlara parks.

Trail races at Scott County Park in Long Grove, Iowa with 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on mixed dirt and grass loops. The event features stocked aid stations, drop bags, post race food, and a community focused race format.

An ultrarunning weekend at Sand Ridge State Forest offering 200K, 50K, and a 10K option, camping, flexible cutoffs, and awards including challenge coins and buckles. Registration closes August 25, 2026.

A technical trail event at Franklin Creek State Natural Area near Franklin Grove, IL, offering 5K and 10K courses with multiple creek crossings, notable elevation changes, on-course water at key points, race shirts, and awards.

A looped trail event in Dixon Illinois offering 25K, 50K, 100K and 100 mile distances. The course combines singletrack, grassy meadows and gravel with two aid stations and on course crew access.