Trail Running calendar near Columbus 2026-2027

Tough Mudder Indiana at CERAland Park on August 1, 2026 offers 15K and 5K obstacle courses across woodland and farmland, plus spectator, VIP, group, and volunteer options.

Two Hurricane Heat endurance events at CERAland Park in Columbus Indiana on August 1 2026 with tickets from $145 and team and service discounts available.

Support the Milan cross country team at the Indian Trails 5K in Indiana. This community fundraiser features both running and walking options for participants of all backgrounds.

A 12 hour solo or relay run and walk at Southeastway Park on August 1, 2026, with dirt or paved loops, finisher medal, tech shirt, awards and on-site refreshments.

Hurricane Heat 4 and 12 hour events at CERAland Park in Columbus IN on August 1 2026, held alongside a Tough Mudder weekend with team registration and listed entry prices.

A timed annual 5K cross-country race on the Pike XC Course behind Eastbrook Elementary in Indianapolis, organized for alumni and family with official results and no registration fee.

Cross country 5K at Hagerstown High School on August 8, 2026 featuring a double loop of steep hills on grass and dirt with good spectator viewing.

Trail run at Southwestway Park on August 15, 2026 offering 5K and 15K courses that overlook the White River. The event is the final race of the 5K and 15K DINO Trail Run Series with GPX files and course maps provided.

A 5K and a 1 mile run and walk on the Pennsy Trail in Greenfield, IN, held at Sister Cities Park next to the police department. The course is an out and back along the trail and race and volunteer registrations have set dates and fees.

A cross-country 5k on wooded White River trails in Noblesville with timed run, jog, and walk options. Participants receive honey and awards, and proceeds support Teter’s healthy food access and ecological education programs.

A night trail event on August 15, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park offering half and quarter marathon distances. The 13th annual run includes a disco ball atmosphere and Krispy Kreme donuts at the finish.

Trail runs in Iroquois Park with 7 mile and 4 mile options as part of the Kentucky Cryptid Series. Complete three of four races in-person or virtually to earn a Cryptid Series survivor medal and shirt.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run at Pop's Landing, Haddix Farms on August 16, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles. Open to women aged 7 and older, the event emphasizes teamwork and a non-competitive atmosphere.

Trail races at Mt. Airy Forest in Cincinnati include 5K, 10K, a 13.1 Miles half marathon and 30K. Finishers get medals, half marathon and 30K include shirts, and the event awards series points across the ATR season.

Experience a unique trail race through the historic Blackacre Nature Preserve featuring wooded paths and farm animal sightings. Choose between 4 or 8 mile distances and enjoy post race ice cream at the historic homestead.

A Labor Day 5K cross country event at Brebeuf High School where each registrant joins a charity team and $15 of every entry supports the selected charity. Virtual participation and event jerseys are available.

Backyard Ultra in Noblesville, IN on Sept 12, 2026 featuring repeated 4.167 mile loops through Koteewi Park and a paved out and back until one runner remains.

Trail races on the Knobstone Trail with 5 mile, 13.1 mile, 18 mile and a new 50K on Sept 13 2026, raising funds for Suicide Awareness Mission.

An illuminated night run and walk at Glenwood Gardens with marked trails, a two-loop 3.26 mile run and a one-loop 2 mile walk; the run counts toward Dirt Days Trail Series points and online registration is required.

Community 5K and walk on the Karst Park Greenway Trail with a free 1-mile kids' fun run, chip timing, awards, t-shirts for early registrants, and proceeds supporting future Ellettsville events.