Trail Running calendar near Westville 2026-2027

The Syracuse Mudtastic Classic will take place in Syracuse on Saturday 20 June 2026.

A trail event in Valparaiso, IN that scores runs like golf: runners complete hourly three to four mile "holes" and receive stroke scores. Distances include 50K, 50K Relay, 10M and 10M Relay.

Celebrating its 45th year, the YMCA Brickyard Run features a 5 Mile Gold Cup race, a 5K for younger runners, and a new 2K Family Fun Run/Walk. The event is known for its unique brick awards and supports a local YMCA scholarship fund.

Experience the natural beauty of Wolf Road Woods with 3, 6, or 9 mile trail runs on a scenic loop course. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere featuring off road terrain and post race celebrations in the heart of the Palos Trail System.

Test your strength and endurance at this outdoor obstacle course in Homewood. Choose between one or two mile distances featuring tire flips and spear throws to earn your finisher medal.

Experience the diverse single track trails of Valparaiso at the Oakadoke Trail Runs. Choose between 4, 9, or 18 mile courses featuring scenic creek crossings and winding switchbacks followed by a celebratory post race meal.

A mixed road and trail 5K in Mattawan, Michigan that starts and finishes on the high school track. The course includes dirt, grass, and road sections; food and drinks will be available at the finish and dogs are not allowed.

Experience a fun five kilometer obstacle mud run for women at Wildcat Creek MX. This non competitive event welcomes individuals and teams of all fitness levels to climb and slide through the mud together.

Run a chip-timed 5K or join a scavenger hunt 3K walk at St. Patrick's County Park. Everyone gets a handcrafted medallion, plus there's an egg bake breakfast and door prizes. Leashed dogs are welcome on the walk.

The Summer Trail Classic offers three distances on the single-track trails of Paul Douglas Forest Preserve. It's the third race in a yearly trail series, with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance. Participants receive a running vest..

Test your stamina at Bluhm County Park with this unique elimination style trail race. Complete a four mile loop every hour to stay in the running and compete for the fastest final lap.

USATF certified half marathon and 10K on crushed limestone trails at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL, with finisher medals, chip timing, pacers and a virtual option.

A timed running event on an about 1 mile paved loop in a 58 acre Chicago park, offering 3 hour, 6 hour, and 12 hour formats plus relay options and hourly on course challenges.

This obstacle course race at Indiana Dunes National Park offers three distances, including a K9 event. The course features diverse terrains inspired by military landscapes. It's open to participants aged 13 and up.

Test your endurance at Limestone Park with a choice of 8-hour or 4-hour timed races. Run a scenic 1.65 mile loop featuring a mix of flat paths and short hills to complete as many laps as possible.

The Bloomingdale Trail 5K is an annual family-friendly running event in Chicago. It features a timed 5K race alongside shorter dashes for young runners. Registration is available for all three distances.

A timed 6- or 12-hour event on a 2 mile lakefront loop in Evanston with two aid stations, finishers' Hop Water and handcrafted awards, and permitted pacers.

Experience the terrain of Michigan City with a series of loop based trail races ranging from 2 miles to 50k at Tryon Farm. Run through open fields and single track dirt trails to support the Tryon Farm Institute.

A community 5k run and walk hosted by the Lockport Fire Foundation on October 4, 2026 at Hassert Park in Lockport, IL. Entry includes a t-shirt and finisher medal for registered participants present on race day.

Experience an ultra running tradition in Albion Indiana through the IGNITE Trail Series. Choose between 50, 100, or 150 mile distances on a 25 mile loop course with pacer options for the longer distances.