Trail Running calendar near Princeton 2026-2027

A 5K run and walk at Bethpage State Park on April 4, 2026 with a free kiddie run and a virtual 5K window, trail terrain, on-site amenities, and proceeds benefiting the Never Stop Running Foundation.

Run the trails of Philadelphia's scenic Wissahickon Valley Park. Choose the marathon or half marathon on a course famed for its single-track paths and rolling hills. Finish with a medal, pizza party, and live music.

Run or walk the scenic trails at Institute Woods. This 6K event offers a shorter 3K option for walkers and is limited to 200 participants. Post run refreshments await all finishers.

Tackle the private singletrack trails of Forever Farm in Mertztown. Choose from a 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon, or a unique team ultra relay. Enjoy free camping, a post race meal, and a finisher award.

A 5K race winds through Heckscher Farm and forest trails at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center. Children can join a short fun run past friendly farm animals. The event offers a unique running experience surrounded by nature.

The Fifth Street Rock Monster is a technical trail event on the private singletrack of Forever Farm. The 2026 edition features a new continuous loop course across five distances, camping, and a post race meal.

A community trail event in Irvington on April 12, 2026 featuring a 5k trail run and a 0.6 mile kids 1K for ages 10 and under, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Irvington Bulldog Booster Club.

A 5K cross-country run at New Jersey's first farm brewery. The course winds through the scenic grounds of Screamin' Hill Brewery. All finishers get a coaster medal, and the after-party includes live music and a food truck.

The final Conquer the Trail Race is a 7.5 km run on the flat Croton Aqueduct Trail. This special edition supports Mercy University's Mav Market and celebrates the school's 75th anniversary. The event offers awards, raffles, and free parking..

Event Overview The 8th Annual Earth Day Trail Run is held at the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. All proceeds from the event benefit the trust's efforts to protect open space and maintain its over..

Cross country running and walking event in Pottstown on 04/18/2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a 1 mile walk. Registration is open with a posted entry fee and race day registration option.

The Wawayanda Trail Fest offers four distances on a scenic 26+ mile loop in Wawayanda State Park. The course features rhododendron tunnels, marsh bridges, and varied terrain. Crew access and camping are available at the central event site.

Course and Format The event is a 50-kilometer (31-mile) race along the Schuylkill River Trail. It starts and finishes at Saint Michael's Park, which adjoins Lock 60 in Mont Clare, Pennsylvania, adjacent to Phoenixville. The course follows t..

A scenic and classic spring run for athletes aged 30+. Choose between the 10K and 5K distances on a mostly flat loop course through woods and around Birchwood Lake in Mountain Lakes. Be prepared for varied surfaces including paths, trails,..

This West Chester trail event offers a 5K run and a 1 mile fun walk/run on April 25, 2026. Two distinct distances provide options for different paces and goals. The event starts at 1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road.

The XC Summer Series offers weekly Tuesday evening 5K cross country races in Parsippany's Central Park. The thirteen race series welcomes all ages and abilities, with chip timing and post race refreshments. Participants can register for the..

Join the Patriot Power 5K for a community-focused run, offering both an in-person and a virtual race option. The event supports local charities and welcomes all runners. Mark your calendar for a late April Saturday in 2026.

Run or walk a 5K trail race under the Flower Moon at Brandywine Creek State Park. This inaugural event supports local trail nonprofits and finishes with a moonrise celebration featuring s'mores and lawn games. Leashed dogs are welcome to jo..

An ultramarathon in Van Cortlandt Park featuring an initial flat lap plus ten cross country loops, stocked aid stations, drop bag access, and finisher awards including a medal, singlet, meal and post race beer.

The first annual Lawrence Hopewell Trail 5K supports a 20-mile community trail. The race course passes by two lakes and the historic Hunt House. A non-competitive one-mile Fun Run is also offered for all paces.