Trail Running calendar near Lexington 2026-2027

A trail running event in Fairdale, KY on May 23, 2026 featuring single track forest routes and distances of 50K, 15 miles, and 6 miles. The race uses campground start and finish facilities and includes packet pickup, a pasta dinner, and woo..

A 5K style mud and obstacle course in East Fork State Park featuring more than 15 natural and man made obstacles, from crawls and climbs to cargo nets and a final sandy beach run. The route uses existing trails and is about 3.1 miles.

A trail race at French Shelter Park in Cincinnati offering 5K, 10K and a 13.1 mile half marathon on meadow and woodland trails with notable elevation gain and finisher medals.

Experience the natural beauty of Green River Lake State Park with several trail distances ranging from a kids run to a half marathon. Join this off road event in Campbellsville for a day of technical climbs and scenic park trails.

A multi-distance Spartan weekend at Perfect North Slopes near Cincinnati with muddy, hilly terrain and multiple obstacle races including Sprint, Super, Beast and Ultra. The festival area and onsite parking are located at the ski resort.

Big Turtle Trail Runs returns to Morehead, Kentucky on June 6, 2026 with two trail races, a 50K and a 10 Miler. Registration runs March 1 to April 30 with fees of $75 and $35.

A community event in Lawrenceburg combining a 5k through Oxbow trails and an untimed Adventure Trek with six hands-on archaeology stops. Registration includes both activities and festival access with food trucks, music, and family options.

Trail runs at Waverly Park offering a 6-mile and a 13.1-mile option, with on-site packet pick-up, awards by gender category, in-person and virtual entries, and a cupless policy for hydration.

Run a scenic lakeside out and back 5K at Freeman Lake Park to support families affected by Batten Disease. Every participant receives a finisher medal for completing this meaningful community event in Elizabethtown.

A June 20 nature run at Loretto Motherhouse offering 5K, 10K and a virtual 5K. The course goes through woodlands, lakes and grassy trails, walkers are welcome and proceeds support the Loretto Community.

Experience a 3.6 mile trail run at French Park featuring meadows and multiple creek crossings. This fourth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series offers age graded awards and random door prizes in a picturesque Cincinnati park.

Trail event at Turkey Run Park offering timed 5 mile race with awards and a timed 3 mile fun run; proceeds benefit Second Chances Wildlife Center with a single track wooded course and a midway water stop.

Experience private trails and spectacular arch views at The Ascent in the Red River Gorge. Choose between the 5K and 10K distances for a rewarding trail event featuring significant climbs and professional timing.

Experience a weekend of outdoor sports at McDougal Lake with trail runs and mountain bike races ranging from 4 to 32 miles. Compete for podium spots or enjoy the party lap at this multi discipline trail festival.

A 30K trail race at Mount Airy Forest in Cincinnati made of three 10K loops. Finishers receive a t-shirt and medal; the race counts toward the Alpine Trail Race Series and awards series points.

A 31-mile road endurance run from downtown Elizabethtown to the Brandenburg waterfront in Meade County. Entry is limited to 50 runners, qualifications are verified, and each runner must have a crew vehicle and wear a safety reflective vest.

Tiger Trail is a series of 5K events on July 18, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Trail in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. It is organized as SIRC 3, a fundraiser for the Lawrenceburg cross country team, with separate fees and registration dates.

Nighttime running relays and ultra options at Kroger Field in Lexington on July 18 to 19, 2026, supporting cancer patient care. Team and solo formats include marathon relays, double marathons and a 12 hour ultra.

Evening cross country races of 5k and 10k at Masterson Station Park on July 24, 2026, with music, food trucks and bourbon tastings. The 5k allows walkers and the 10k has a 16 minutes per mile cutoff.

A trail event at French Shelter Park in Cincinnati offering 5K, 10K and half marathon routes with notable elevation gain, themed 5K and 10K races, finisher medals, and a half marathon finisher t shirt.