Trail Running Calendar Minnesota 2026-2027

A prediction-style 5K in Rochester where runners start to finish at a chosen target time; the first ten finishers at the finish receive carved Polar Bear awards.

A winter survivalist event in Hinckley, MN covering roughly 40 miles by ski, run, or fat bike, with on-course survival skill tests and a strict no-refund registration policy.

A 135 mile winter ultra across northern Minnesota for runners, bikers, and skiers with qualifying distance requirements and mandatory satellite tracking; drop bags are inspected and organizers publish route GPX and race results.

Vasaloppet USA is a two-day cross-country ski event in Mora, Minnesota on February 13 and 14, 2027. Races range from a Miniloppet to 51 km, snowmaking supports consistent conditions and fluorinated ski wax is banned.

Skyway5k on February 27, 2027 is a chip timed indoor 5K through the St. Paul skyway system starting and ending at Union Depot. The route crosses buildings with stairs turns and accessible elevator detours and welcomes walkers.

A day of cross-country ski races at Giants Ridge, Minnesota, with 50K and 25K freestyle and classic events plus an 8K freestyle, held on 60 km of groomed Nordic trails and supported by on-site amenities.

An annual event at Arden Hills Army Training Site on April 17, 2027 featuring a 30K foot march plus 30K and 5K trail runs, with music, a business expo, and proceeds supporting veteran and military programs.

Backyard ultra at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove, MN. Runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains; crews may support between loops and the course circles Mud Lake with about 296 ft elevation change.

A trail event in early May at Saint John's Abbey Arboretum with 10 mile loops over varied terrain, offering 10 mile, 20 mile, and 50 kilometer options and two aid stations per loop.

A marathon presented by the St. Cloud River Runners along the Lake Wobegon Trail through Albany, Avon, St. Joseph and Holdingford. The 2027 race is set for May 8, 2027 and registration opens September 1, 2026.

A chip timed 5k run/walk at Wild Mountain Winery on May 16, 2027, with race swag, a wine pour at the finish, and age group awards. The two-lap course runs through vineyards and scenic trails with uneven sections and short steep inclines.

Mightyssippi features a 10 mile race, a two-person 5 mile relay and a new 5K along the Mississippi River in St Paul, finishing at Upper Landing Park with a shuttle back to the start.

The Lost in the Woods - Nicollet will take place in Nicollet on Saturday 5 June 2027. You can run 25 miles.

The Running Wild Trail Run - Pelican Rapids will take place in Pelican Rapids on Saturday 12 June 2027. You can run 7 kilometers.

The Mud Factor - Minnesota will take place in Rogers on Saturday 19 June 2027.

Tough Mudder Twin Cities on June 26, 2027 at Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo MN runs off trail through pine forests, wetlands and bogs. Options include 5K and 15K courses, an Infinity multi lap format, spectator access and group packages.