Trail Running calendar near Holyoke 2026-2027

A 12-hour timed trail event in Lawrence Woods, Medford, featuring a roughly 4-mile loop, minimal on-course aid, and parking at a nearby high school lot. The start and aid station are located in the woods about a quarter mile from parking.

A 1 mile out and back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail with a crushed gravel surface and hand timing. Held July 19, 2026 in East Granby in two waves with limited parking; proceeds benefit charities.

Two trail-focused races at Beartown State Forest in Great Barrington, MA: a 5-mile loop around Benedict Pond and a roughly 13.5-mile half with significant climbing and technical terrain. The event is cupless with limited parking and shuttle..

Soapstone Assault is a 5.5 mile trail race in Somers, CT organized by Shenipsit Striders, featuring six ascents and about 1,500 feet of climbing. The course has steep, rocky sections, limited aid access, and the field is capped at 50 runner..

A 3.1 mile lap race at Chris Lewit Tennis Academy near Manchester, Vermont, held on wooded trails beside the West River. Net proceeds support veterans charities and all racers receive a free T shirt; family activities include river swimming..

A community trail run in Bedford, New Hampshire on July 30, 2026 featuring a 5 km course with age-based categories and fees, online registration with a noon deadline, and options to donate or buy merchandise to support the Rotary Club of Be..

A family-friendly mud run in Boston on August 1, 2026 featuring a **5K** course with obstacles, waist-deep mud pits, a pre-party and an after-party with music and food, plus value and VIP registration options.

A 7-mile USATF sanctioned trail race in Barkhamsted, CT on 08/01/2026. Registration runs 05/03/2026 to 07/31/2026 with a $20 fee and no race day registration; results posted online by Greystone Electronics.

A community cross country meet at Stonington High School offering a 5K and a children's 1/2 mile. The course mixes track, quiet campus streets, trails, grass, and finishes back on the track.

A community fundraising day in Groton, MA on August 5, 2026 featuring an 8.4 mile three-person relay, kids single-loop race and Little Lambs mini runs, followed by barbecue and activities, with proceeds to six local charities.

A seaside set of timed ultra-marathon events at Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, offering 6 hour, 12 hour, and 24 hour formats with separate entry periods and fees.

An eight hour track race at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, MA on a certified .355 mile loop with chip timing, bottle drop aid, age group awards, and proceeds benefiting the AYJ Fund. A virtual option may be available.

A trail event at Noon Hill Reservation in Medfield offering a 10 mile loop plus 50K and 40 mile ultra options, mostly singletrack with roots, rocks, and a scenic Noon Hill vista; proceeds benefit The Trustees of Reservations.

A timed 6 hour and 12 hour loop event in Chester, VT on August 8, 2026. The 1.8 mile loop has about 280 feet of climb per lap and basic aid plus communal food are available.

The 3rd Annual Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT on August 9, 2026 runs on the new Bridgewater Town Park trails through woodlands near Lake Lillinonah, with participation gifts and awards for top finishers.

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.

An eight-hour trail event in Tolland, Connecticut where participants run repeated ~5K loops from Crandall's Pavilion. The day includes music, a potluck with pancakes and burgers, and proceeds that support Connecticut trail stewardship.

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.

Jug End Loop Ultra on August 22, 2026 at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont, MA features a 4.2 mile loop through woods, fields and an apple orchard. Participants run as many 4.2 mile laps as they choose within six hours and receive award..