Trail Running calendar near Springfield 2026-2027

Celebrate Fat Tuesday with a themed run in Bloomington. The event offers 5K and 10K distances on the Constitution Trail. Participants earn Mardi Gras beads and can enjoy a post-run drink at Keg Grove.

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.

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.

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.

Mark America's 250th birthday at the Freedom Run in Springfield's Centennial Park. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 1-mile fun run/walk on a course that starts atop a hill. Every finisher gets a commemorative shirt and medal.

A multi-distance trail event at Camp Wokanda near Chillicothe IL featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a half marathon on wooded single track with significant elevation and staffed aid stations.

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.

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.

Trail runners in Decatur can choose between 4.4 and 7.6 mile courses on the fast rolling terrain of the Sand Creek Conservation District. Registration includes a tech shirt and finisher medal, with race proceeds supporting the Special Opera..

This trail run/walk in Greenville's Patriot's Park is a 5K event supporting childhood cancer research. It takes place on scenic trails and is inspired by a personal story of courage.

Run The Woods The Run The Woods event takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. All proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and the Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, a camp for children. The event is located at 20 Timber Pointe Lane in Hu..

A trail event at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello on October 25, 2026, featuring a 5.7 mile run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. A portion of proceeds supports park trail maintenance and improvements.