Trail Running calendar near Indianapolis 2026-2027

A trail running weekend in Morgan Monroe State Forest featuring a 100 km race and a 20 mile loop. The mostly single track course includes about 8,500 feet of climbing and offers virtual and economy no swag options.

Treat Trot Indianapolis on June 14, 2026 at Arthur Jordan YMCA offers multiple distances including a kids dash, 5K and 10K, virtual entries, and a volunteer then run option. Registration includes a shirt and finisher medal.

An 8-hour trail running event at Brown County State Park on June 20, 2026, with a roughly 6-mile main loop and a 3-mile short loop, optional weekend camping, staffed aid stations, and member discounts; proceeds support the local trail runni..

A family-friendly 3 mile obstacle course at IU East in Richmond on June 20, 2026, featuring 15 plus obstacles, shirts, medals, and a fan zone. Proceeds support athletic training services through the Reid Health Foundation.

A 5K obstacle-course event in Indianapolis on June 20, 2026, with multiple heats, family and dog-friendly options, plus an afterparty and vendors. Proceeds benefit the Hollis Adams nonprofit.

A family-friendly adventure trail 5k at Griffin Bike Park with obstacles like a floating bridge, race tee and timing chip included, team rebate options, age-group awards and participant rules on strollers, bikes and children.

A runner-built 4.5 mile loop ultra in a reclaimed limestone quarry offering 6 and 12 hour solo or relay options plus a single 4.5 mile trail run, two aid stations with Tailwind, and support for local youth track programs.

Trail runs of 15K and 5K at Muscatatuck County Park on July 11, 2026, on marked trails with a rated hill and surface difficulty. Weekend activities include camping, mountain bike events and guided kayak shuttle trips.

Test your limits at Indiana's largest endurance event on the Butler University campus. Run solo or as a team for eight hours through varied courses before enjoying a celebratory cookout and live music.

Multi-distance running events at White River State Park in Indianapolis on July 12, 2026, including kids dash, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, relay and virtual options. Registrations include a shirt and medal and some distances use chip ti..

Tough Mudder Indiana on August 1, 2026 at CERAland Park features 5K and 15K obstacle courses across woodland and farmland, spectator village access, group and VIP options, and finisher items for completed runs.

The Indiana Spartan Hurricane Heat Weekend at CERAland Park on Aug 1, 2026 features 4 and 12 hour Hurricane Heat formats held alongside a Tough Mudder event, with team options, volunteer race opportunities, and service member discounts.

A two lap 10 km trail run around Stryker Lake at Griffin Bike Park on August 1, 2026 with rolling hills, generally stable footing, onsite registration, and series bonus points for finishers.

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 with a choice of dirt or paved loop courses, finisher medal and shirt, live music, loop tracking, and prizes for top individual and team finishers.

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.

A 5K cross country race at Hagerstown High School on August 8, 2026, organized by WCC Challenge. The course is a double loop of steep hills on grass and dirt and benefits Hagerstown High School Athletics/Cross Country.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run at Wildcat Creek MX in Rossville, IN on August 9, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles. Open to participants aged 7 and up, it welcomes running, jogging or walking and emphasizes teamwork and fun.

Trail running at Southwestway Park on August 15, 2026 with 5K and 15K mapped courses, river views, official awards, and a free kids run.

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.