Trail Running calendar near Nashville 2025-2026

Tackle rugged singletrack at the JMF Trails Hillbilly Half, a scenic trail half marathon through Louisville's Jefferson Memorial Forest on November 22. Expect challenging climbs, forest views, and friendly aid stations to keep you moving.

Hit the trails at the Harrods Creek Trail Bash with scenic 5K and 10K loop options through meadow and single track. Enjoy a community run that supports park upkeep and snag a long sleeve tee with early registration.

Shake off Thanksgiving at Turkey Trails Indianapolis on Nov 29 at Northwestway Park with a fun 1 Mile, timed 5k and 10k, Kids Dash and virtual option. Chip timing, shirts, medals, awards, free photos and finish treats.

Join the Krazy Krampus 5K in Indianapolis on December 5, 2025 for a festive, costume friendly run with a mischievous Krampus character and colorful awards. Proceeds benefit the Pike Township Distance Program and winners receive Krampus orna..

Run scenic, rugged trails in Jackson Washington State Forest at Jackson County Ultras on December 6 with 10 mile, 50k, 100k and team relay options, laps that pass lakes and ridgetop views. Indoor post race comfort and buckle awards for 100k..

Run the Waverly Winter Warrior at Waverly Park in Louisville on December 14, choosing a 6.5 mile trail loop or a half marathon. Part of the Winter Warrior Series, the event rewards every finisher and offers bundle discounts for multiple rac..

Winter Night Trail Run : January 10, 2026, Eagle Creek Park The Winter Night Trail Run takes place January 10, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event uses a mostly single-track loop of 6.55 miles. Distances offered: Q..

Take on scenic single track trails in Morgan Monroe State Forest with 10 mile and 20 mile options on January 11 in Martinsville, IN. Aid stations with fireplaces and hearty race fare make this a cozy winter trail challenge.

Join the Bop to the Top Stair Climb in Indianapolis on Jan 17, 2026 to conquer 36 floors and support Riley Children's Foundation. Choose single, triple or team climbs and get a long sleeve shirt.

OPSF5050 in Owen Putnam State Forest near Poland IN offers 50 mile, 50K, 14 mile and 10K trail races. Enjoy mostly singletrack, rolling hills and technical terrain on a scenic lollipop loop and remember this cupless event requires carrying..

Knobstone 50 on April 11, 2026 is a point to point 50 mile trail race through rugged southern Indiana with roughly 10,000 feet of climbing along the Knobstone Trail. Registration closes April 3 and pacers are allowed for the 50 mile field.

Join the Backside Trail Marathon in Louisville's Cherokee and Seneca Parks on April 26, 2026, with marathon or half on scenic single track. Medals for all finishers and a Double Down award for back to back weekend runners.

Run the DoNot Stop Half Marathon in Indianapolis on April 26, 2026, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 mile and Kids Dash plus a virtual option. Chip timing, custom finisher medal, designer shirt and finish line donuts make it a fun, fam..

Hit the trails at General Butler State Resort Park for The Wildcat, with 5K, 10K, half marathon, 20K relay and a 6 Hours of Power. Enjoy lake and river overlook views, custom swag and fully supported aid stations.

Run rugged trails in Brown County at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone, with steep ridges, creek crossings, and scenic woods near artisan Nashville, Indiana. Options from 5K to 50M plus a relay and post race barbecue and brew.

Run the Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Indianapolis on May 16, 2026. With options from a Kid's Dash and 1 Mile to 5k, 10k and a half marathon plus a virtual run, enjoy a designer shirt, medal, chip timing and finish line snacks.

Join the 5th annual Peace Officer Memorial Endurance Ruck on May 16, 2026 at Harbour Shores Church in Cicero IN to honor fallen officers. Choose a timed 4 Hour Ruck or a 5k Trail Ruck on a scenic 1 mile loop while carrying a weighted pack.

Explore Morgan Monroe State Forest on June 5 and 6, 2026 with a rugged 100 km trail with 8,500 feet of climbing through old growth forest and rock formations. A 20 mile option shares the loop and virtual entries come with swag.

Treat Trot Indianapolis on June 14 welcomes everyone with distances from a 1 mile and kids dash to 5K, 10K and a half marathon plus virtual options. Finishers get a shirt and custom medal and many races are chip timed.

Beat the heat on July 5, 2026 in Indianapolis with the Heatwave Half Marathon offering distances for all levels from a kids dash to a half marathon and relay. Enjoy chip timing, a designer shirt, custom medal and Kona Ice at the finish.