Minnesota
Minnesota Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Minnesota for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 68 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Minnesota below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
Summit North Trail Runs in Duluth, MN on August 7 and 8, 2026 offers four trail races from 1.5 to 13.7 miles on forest singletrack, with rugged climbs and a tunnel section on the Forest Track.
A three day mountain biking and trail running festival in Duluth, Minnesota with races from youth XC and trail runs to multi stage enduro and downhill competitions. Courses include cross country singletrack and technical black diamond trails.
A community ultramarathon format that invites running a 5K each hour up to 50K while raising funds for the Children’s Minnesota Kids Cancer Fund; virtual participation and family-friendly options are available.
Experience hilly trails and scenic park reserves in Annandale, Minnesota. Choose between a supported 50k or half marathon with on site lodging and a finish line right by Lake Sylvia.
A 5k fun run at Forgotten Star Brewing Co. in Fridley, MN with options to run, walk, or jog and a finish-line celebration, organized by Minnesota Brewery Running Series.
Experience Minnesota's single track mountain bike trails at the Mount Roseau Trail Run. Choose between a 3.8 mile or 6.2 mile chip timed course featuring twisty paths and varied elevation.
A community event in Ashby, Minnesota on August 8, 2026 offering a 5K, a 5 mile course, and an in spirit option; the event includes clear mile markers, memorial displays, and a registration packet with a hat.
An evening chip timed 5K in Moorhead on August 12 starting and finishing at Junkyard Brewing Moorhead with a race shirt, commemorative glass and one beer included.
A backyard style bingo run around Sunfish Lake on repeated 2.85 mile loops. Runners draw bingo balls after laps finished within a 32 minute window; two card options change total distance and maximum loops.
A community alumni, family and friends 2.5K and 5K run and walk at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. Registration runs April 20 to August 14, 2026; entry fee is $10 and light refreshments follow.
A 4.4 mile run and walk through the woods, trails, and back-roads of Brimson Minnesota with a virtual option. All proceeds support the Brimson Area Volunteer Fire Department, Minnesota's 2025 Fire Department of the Year.
A community 5K run and the Walk A Mile tradition on August 15, 2026 bring people together to raise awareness about sexual violence and support survivors, with proceeds funding local advocacy, prevention education, and survivor services.
Trail races at Camden State Park on August 22, 2026 with 3 mile, 7 mile and 10 mile courses through river valley, bluff, woods and prairie.
A trail race at Northland Arboretum on August 22, 2026 offering a Half Marathon and 10K on forested, off road trails with chip timing, aid stations, race shirts, and limited entries.
Clothing optional 5K and 1 mile thirsty/beer mile at Oakwood in Stacy, Minnesota, held August 22, 2026. Adults 18 or older may participate, and the beer mile requires age 21 or older.
September 2026
Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.
Backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca on Sep 5, 2026 where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until they can no longer finish within the hour; course includes gravel, asphalt and trail.
Three trail races along the Superior Hiking Trail on Minnesota’s North Shore on Sept 11 and 12 2026, offered at 100 miles, 50 miles and 26.2 miles.
A dog friendly 5K trail trek at The Babinski Foundation in Pequot Lakes with a free T shirt, BBQ and postrun pancake breakfast; early bird registration available.
A two day ultrafest in Moorhead on September 18 and 19, 2026 offering 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour run and ruck events on a roughly 5 mile lap with aid stations, finisher items, and awards including buckles for 100 mile and 100k finishes.