Trail Running calendar near Louisville 2026-2027

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.

A summer festival at the Guard Archaeological Preserve combining a 5K run/walk, an untimed Adventure Trek with hands-on archaeology stops, and a community festival with food trucks, live music, and fundraising activities.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

A point-to-point *31 Miler* from Downtown Elizabethtown to Brandenburg waterfront with a 50-runner limit, required crew support, verified qualifying results, and mandatory safety equipment and procedures.

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.

An overnight relay event at Kroger Field in Lexington offering marathon, double marathon and 12 hour ultra relay options. Proceeds support cancer patient care and the event is cupless, so participants should bring their own cup.

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.

Run For Dreams in Shelbyville offers 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour individual timed races plus a 6 hour team relay to benefit The Dream Factory. The course is a two mile cross country loop at Red Orchard Park and food will be available.

Tough Mudder Indiana at CERAland Park on August 1, 2026 features 15K and 5K obstacle courses across woodland and farmland, finisher items, spectator village options, group packages, volunteer roles, and Spartan Hurricane Heat events alongsi..

A Hurricane Heat weekend at CERAland Park on August 1, 2026, with 12-hour and 4-hour Heat formats held alongside a Tough Mudder event; team entry rules and a service member discount are listed.

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.

Charity 5K at River Front Park in Brandenburg, KY with in-person and virtual options. Proceeds support medical expenses for a 10-year-old boy; registration fees vary and a guaranteed race shirt requires registration by July 17, 2026.

Participate in a 5K or 10K trail and ruck run in Velpen to honor veterans and emergency personnel. Enjoy a professionally timed race at Cool Springs that supports local community safety and veteran awareness.

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.