Trail Running Calendar Minnesota 2026-2027

Celebrate 40 years of Nordic skiing at Giants Ridge in Minnesota. This event features a 50K and 25K race in both freestyle and classic styles, plus an 8K freestyle. The 50K race is part of the American Ski Marathon Series.

Sandlot Marathon is a looped baseball field race at Dave Anderson Athletic Complex in Elk River MN on March 28 2026. The marathon covers 384 and a half base loops with aid each loop and a six hour cutoff.

The Zumbro Endurance Run offers four distances on the trails of the Zumbro Bottoms in Minnesota. Runners can choose from the 17, 34, 50, or 100 mile races. It takes place in mid April as part of the Endless Summer Trail Run Series.

The Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run is an annual fitness event offering a 30K foot march, a 30K trail run, and a 5K trail run. It takes place at the Arden Hills Army Training Site and is open to the public and military community.

Storm the Park is a trail-running event at Whitewater State Park in Altura MN on April 18, 2026. It offers 5K, 15K, 30K and 50K courses, includes looped formats for longer distances, and has no time cutoffs.

Trail Mix Race on May 2, 2026 at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve in Rockford, Minnesota offers trail distances from 6K to 50K over packed dirt and grass. The course passes wetlands, prairie and big woods and includes four aid stations.

Join the free Run Minnesota Wirth Trail Classic on May 2 at Theodore Wirth Park in Golden Valley for a scenic 4 mile trail loop and fun kids races. Preregistration is required, expect possible muddy conditions and bring your trail shoes.

The Superior Spring Trail Race returns to Lutsen, Minnesota, on May 16, 2026. Runners can choose from 50K, 25K, and 12.5K distances on scenic trails. Entry is via a lottery system opening on January 1.

Pound the Mound at Blue Mounds State Park in Luverne MN on May 16, 2026 offers 30 mile, 20 mile, and 10 mile distances. Registration closes May 9 and sign ups by April 30 guarantee a shirt; the event includes a Stampedeer recognition progra..

Run from Theodore Wirth Park to the iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden on this urban trail adventure. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 10 mile distances on a mixed-surface course. All participants finish together at the garden for a post-race celeb..

A rolling two-loop 10 km trail race around Jensen Lake in Eagan, Minnesota, featuring about 200 ft of elevation gain, chip timing, a midway water stop, a 425-runner field limit, and post-race refreshments.

Awake the Grapes is a 15th annual vineyard run with 5k and 10k distances at Carlos Creek Winery. The scenic courses mix paved, gravel, and cross-country terrain around the property and nearby Lake Ida. The event includes an award ceremony a..

Run a scenic 10-mile course along the Mississippi River in St. Paul. The route travels from Mississippi River Boulevard through Hidden Falls Park, finishing at Upper Landing Park. A shuttle returns runners to the start after the race.

Storm the Woods offers four trail race distances at Chester Woods, from a 5K to a 50K ultramarathon. The event is organized by a non-profit focused on youth mental health awareness. Runners can choose between loops for the longer distances.

This family-friendly trail event at Maplewood State Park offers a 7K run and a 1-mile hike, alongside fun dashes for kids. Participants can explore the park's wooded hills and lakes on a course that includes varied terrain. Proceeds from th..

A mid-June 5KM trail race at French Regional Park in Plymouth Minnesota on a runnable, rolling loop of soft, non-technical ski trails. The event uses chip timing, is limited to 425 runners, and includes post-race pizza and refreshments.

A community Juneteenth observance in Theodore Wirth Park on June 20, 2026, honoring emancipation with inclusive outdoor activities. The event features a kids half mile and a 5K and is hosted in partnership with the Loppet Foundation.

A trail event at Kensington Runestone Park on June 27, 2026, offering a 7K and a 1 mile kids/fun run with chip timing on the 7K. Proceeds support local Nordic teams and youth ski program development.

The Afton Trail Run is a trail running event held on July 4, 2026, at Afton State Park in Minnesota. It features 50K and 25K distances. Registration opens on January 1 and closes on June 25.

This July 4th event in Tofte features a muddy 10k trail run and walk, plus a free one mile race. The 10k route climbs toward the Superior Hiking Trail before descending on a snowmobile path. Participants must be 11 or older, and dogs are no..