Trail Running calendar near Forest Park 2026-2027

Step Up for the Brave runs Aug 10–15, 2026 with 90 minute stair climb and walk challenges at Sacred Heart University plus a five day 40,000 step virtual challenge supporting veterans experiencing homelessness.

A multi day timed trail event on a Winchendon farm using a roughly two mile loop. Runners choose from six hour day or night, 12 hour, 24 hour, or 48 hour formats under the Sturgeon Moon.

A community potluck and trail run in Tolland, CT on August 15, 2026. Participants run 5K loops during an eight hour period, earn raffle tickets per loop, and receive a 50th anniversary gift after completing a loop.

A 5K off-road trail run, walk, and hike at White Barn Farm through Wrentham conservation land. The event is part of the Farm to Trail 5K Series and raises funds to support local agriculture and food pantry donations.

A timed 5K at Brimfield Winery on August 15, 2026, run on a mostly grass cross country style course. Registration options include a standard 5K with a postrace wine pour and a volunteer plus run option.

A timed six hour ultramarathon on a 4.2 mile loop at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont, MA. The wooded course includes fields and an apple orchard and benefits the Louison House.

A 5K cross-country race at Waters Farm in Sutton, MA, marking the fourth running of the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic with on-site parking, finish-line water and fruit, portable toilets, and awards for individual and team results.

Ocean State Ultra in West Greenwich, Rhode Island (August 29–30, 2026) offers a 100 mile race with a 34 hour limit plus 12 and 6 hour loop events; registration runs March 30 to August 17, 2026.

An inclusive trail festival at Northfield Mountain on August 29, 2026 that centers queer and trans runners and allies. It offers a 20k prediction race, an untimed 5k fun run or hike, and a Kid's Run with community-focused prizes.

Timed loop trails on Wachusett Mountain with 7, 14, 21, and 28 mile options over ski slopes and single-track. Participants have 10 hours to finish, with weighted vest options and marked courses; finishers receive a shirt and patch.

Experience a scenic 3.3 mile trail run or hike through the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Support local land conservation while enjoying a timed course around Clark Pond followed by an awards ceremony with refreshments.

Trail Animals Running Club hosts a multi distance trail event at Great Brook Farm State Park on September 5, 2026. Looped 10K and 10 mile courses cover distances from 10K to 50 miles, plus a youth fun run and a Yeti Mischief Mile.

A community 5K run and walk in Nashua, NH on September 5, 2026 with free registration for veterans and children, a fee for participants 13 and older, event shirts, donation options and volunteer opportunities. Use #nashua5k for photos.

Sterling Down & Dirty 5K is an annual family friendly obstacle race on Stratford Short Beach each September. Participants tackle more than 18 obstacles, join teams to fundraise for the Sterling Community Center, or volunteer on race day.

A group run along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail covering roughly 56 miles from West Suffield to New Haven, held as a fundraiser for Mental Health Connecticut. The event is largely self supported with basic volunteer aid stations and a..

A Keene State College alumni cross-country meet on 09/12/2026 at the Keene State Athletic Complex featuring a men's 5K and a women's 2 Mile race; registration runs 09/06 to 09/12 with a $25 fee per event.

A trail race day at Pittsfield State Forest with 50k, 25k, 15k and a new 5 mile option, a double-loop course with three aid stations and charity fundraising through BURCS and Free to Run.

Experience the rugged beauty of northwest Connecticut at Macedonia Brook State Park. Featuring single track trails and views of the Catskill Mountains, this event offers 12K, 25K, and 50K distances for trail runners.

Pisgah Mountain Trail Races in Chesterfield, NH offers 50k and 23k mountain trail ultraruns on Sunday 9/13/26. Aid stations provide LMNT, Tailwinds, and Untapped and proceeds support New Hampshire Special Olympics.

A USATF New England Cross Country Grand Prix meet at Great Brook Farm Ski Touring Center in Carlisle, MA on September 13, 2026, featuring a youth 2K and several 5K races across open and masters categories.