Trail Running calendar near Mechanicsville 2026-2027

Run the Muddy Shoes Farm Park Challenge at Agricultural History Farm Park on May 2, 2026, completing each lap in under one hour. Choose 3 hour, 6 hour, or 10 hour challenges or marathon and 25K; volunteers get event swag.

Run scenic singletrack along the Bull Run Occoquan Trail at the Fountainhead Half Marathon Plus and 10K Plus on May 3, 2026 in Fairfax Station, VA. In person and virtual entries benefit local charities for a rewarding spring trail challenge..

Join the Johnnycake Jolt Series: four 10K trail runs in Patapsco Valley State Park's Pickall Area from May 6 to May 27, 2026. Enjoy scenic singletrack, official timing, and local festival vibes across four spring weekends.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series will take place in Windsor Mill on Wednesday 13 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 40 kilometers.

Run scenic out and back courses along the C&O Canal towpath in Potomac on May 16, 2026, with 5k, 10k and half marathon distances. Enjoy chip timing, a tech shirt and finisher coin, support the EOD Warrior Foundation, or take part virtually.

Run a scenic, flat 5k along the Virginia Capital Trail by the James River at Rocketts Landing in Richmond. Choose in person or virtual entry, enjoy chip timing, a tech race shirt and finisher medal, with live results posted after the race.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series will take place in Windsor Mill on Wednesday 20 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 40 kilometers.

Join the Night Raider at the Winery at Bull Run on May 22, 2026 for a festive evening 5k or 10k through scenic Manassas Battlefield trails. Enjoy chip timed results, a finisher medal, a technical shirt and a complimentary glass of wine.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series will take place in Windsor Mill on Wednesday 27 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 40 kilometers.

Tackle the OSS/CIA 50 Mile Night Run in Prince William Forest Park with 50, 25 or 10 mile options under the stars. Enjoy single track trails, stocked aid stations and a scenic loop run twice for the 50 mile.

A chip-timed 5k at Corteau Vineyards on June 13, 2026, featuring a two-lap cross-country style course through the vineyards, age-group awards, race swag and a wine pour. Virtual participation and packet shipping are available.

Run scenic single track trails at the Blue Crab Bolt Trail Run at Seneca Creek State Park on June 27, 2026. Choose a 5K or 10K and enjoy woods, lake views and streams as the kick off to the Blue Crab Bolt series.

Get muddy and fast at MCRRC XC on the Farm, a fun 5k cross country at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood on June 28, 2026. Open to all ages with affordable registration and a relaxed club atmosphere.

A free Forrest Gump themed fun run on Lakeside Loop in Owings Mills offering a full 4.4 mile loop or a 1 mile out-and-back option, meeting at New Town Village Center with themed attire suggested.

Take on the Sweet Air Trail Race at Gunpowder State Park on July 12, 2026, a scenic out and back with rolling hills, faster stretches, water crossings and a bit of mud. Limited to 100 runners, entry is free and donations are welcome.

Annapolis Striders unites runners in Annapolis, MD with road and trail races from 1 mile to ultramarathon and training programs for beginners to marathoners. Enjoy community races and a lively event calendar year round.

Run through rolling vines at 868 Estate Vineyards in Hillsboro with a scenic but hilly 5k or 10k course that tests and rewards. Finishers get a medal, tech shirt and a glass of vineyard wine, and a virtual option is available.

Run scenic, moderately technical trails at Schaeffer Farms in Germantown, starting and finishing at the Button Farm Living History Center. Choose a 5K or 10K for a rooty, stream crossing adventure while supporting local charities.

Tackle twisty single track and rolling hills at Little Bennett Regional Park in the Blue Crab Bolt Trail Run, offering 5K and 10K options on scenic, streamside trails. Optional donations benefit Interfaith Works for local families.

Run rugged single track and river crossings at MD Heat Trail Race in Patapsco Pickall, Elkridge MD. Choose 25K or 50K and expect big climbs, technical rock sections, helpful aid stations and a finish with food and beer.