Trail Running calendar near Holyoke 2026-2027

A one-mile out-and-back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail in East Granby, offered in two waves and hand timed, on crushed gravel. Limited parking and a $25 registration fee; all 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..

A 5.5 mile trail race at Soapstone Mountain with six ascents and about 1500 feet of climb. The field is capped at 50 runners for parking reasons and online registration is required.

Muddy Dash in Charlton on August 1, 2026 is a few miles of muddy obstacles with mud pits up to waist deep, Value and VIP registration options, free spectator access and packet pick up at the venue the day before.

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 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 endurance event at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, MA featuring a certified 0.355 mile loop, chip timing with live leaderboard, on-course bottle drop and age group awards. Proceeds support the AYJ Fund.

TARC Summer Classic at Noon Hill Reservation features a mostly forested 10 mile loop with singletrack, gravel and a scenic vista. The event offers 10 mile, 50K and 40 mile options and includes mandatory trail briefings and finish time limit..

A 6 hour or 12 hour fat-ass trail event on a 1.8 mile loop near Chester town park, with 280 feet of climb per loop. Basic aid and food are provided and proceeds benefit local recreation and recovery organizations.

A forested 5K on the new trails at Bridgewater Town Park in Bridgewater, CT. The 3rd annual event features mixed natural terrain, views of Lake Lillinonah, participant gifts and awards for top finishers.

A community running event in Tolland, CT featuring a marked 5K trail loop run repeatedly over an eight hour period, potluck food and grill items, raffle tickets awarded per loop, and a 50th anniversary gift for runners who complete at least..

A scenic off-road 5K at White Barn Farm through conservation land with a midway water station and marshaled course. Proceeds support the farm and a donation to the local food pantry.

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 6 hour timed ultra and a 4.2 mile memorial run at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont MA on August 22, 2026. The loop covers woods and orchards with 830 feet elevation per lap and benefits Louison House and Dana Farber.

A trail running festival at Thacher State Park on August 23, 2026, offering **10K**, **13.1M**, **26.2M** and **50K** courses that share the same first 10K loop. The cupless event has multiple aid stations, post-race food, and medals for ma..

Experience a classic 5k cross country race through the scenic fields of Waters Farm in Sutton. Join the USATF New England Grand Prix season opener on a spike friendly course with both open and masters divisions.

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.

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.

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.

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.