Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

An annual fundraiser at Mendon Ponds Park offering road and trail 5K options, a trail 5K with challenge stations, a virtual 5K in September, and a 10K combo. Proceeds support ROCovery recovery programs and community services.

Trail runs in Letchworth State Park on September 13, 2026 offering 5K and 10K woodland courses with on-course water, chip timing, and post-race refreshments.

A community run among the vines at Palatine Hills Estate Winery with a timed 5 km race, 1.25 km family routes and a dog walk, followed by food, drink, live music and awards.

Multi-day timed ultras at Shortsville Reindeer Farm on a one mile grass and trail loop. Multiple timed options, an on-course aid barn, and belt buckles for finishers who complete 100 loops; proceeds support ROCovery Fitness.

Ultrarunning event at Sugarbush Vineyards and Winery offering solo 6, 12 and 24 hour options, a 24 hour relay and a 12 hour evening race on an approx 3 km loop.

A community 5K and 10K on the Keuka Outlet Trail in Penn Yan with start and finish at Cascade Falls. Courses pass Seneca Mills Falls and the 10K reaches the former Fox Mills site; shirts and medals included.

A 5K cross country race at Pine Grove Middle School in East Syracuse on 19 September 2026, run on a varsity XC course with mostly trails and grass; registration runs from March 7 to September 18, 2026.

A one mile loop elimination challenge in Webster NY on September 20, 2026 where runners must meet shrinking time cutoffs each mile; finishers receive a medal and category pins, with cash prizes for top male and female.

A 5K trail run on Bella Rose Vineyard grounds in Lewiston with a stemless wine glass and complimentary wine tasting for participants 21 or older. The event features professional timing, finish line photos, music, and on site parking.

Cross country meet in Niagara Falls on September 27, 2026, open to all ages with a combined men and women Open 5K in the afternoon. Events follow MTA and Athletics Ontario age groups and are sanctioned by both bodies.

Test your endurance at Kissing Bridge with this twelve hour backyard ultra style event. Runners tackle a three mile loop every hour on the hour until the final race determines the winner.

A 3 mile open unattached race in Genesee Valley Park, Rochester, included in the 60th McQuaid Invitational. Online entry runs July 5 to October 2 with a $15 pre race fee and $20 cash on race day.

Trail runs of 3.1 miles and 6.2 miles take place at Genesee County Park and Forest on October 4, 2026. Proceeds support ACORNS and a portion will go to breast cancer research.

A trail race weekend in October 2026 near Hemlock, NY featuring a full marathon, a 15K and a point to point 5K across single track and gravel, with proceeds directed to local trail maintenance.

Community Turkey Trot in Cobourg with 5K and 2.5K timed races, a 1K kids run, medals, family discount and fundraising for the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign.

Run a 5K through the private 157 acre Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp on a mix of dirt trails and paved paths. Enjoy the post race Beer Fest and support accessible camping for children with disabilities.

Trail event at Long Sault Conservation Area offering a 2K kids run, 7K, 14K, 21K and a 6 hour looped ultra on October 17, 2026.

A spooky themed 3.1 mile run in Mendon, New York on the Lehigh Valley Trail with a costume contest, awards, a post race party at the Cottage Hotel Restaurant, and a virtual entry option; proceeds support David's Refuge.

Test your endurance at Nocturnal 12 a night-themed twelve hour fixed time race on a flat paved path. Walkers and runners can complete as many laps as they choose on this flexible out and back course.

Trail and road events in Wellsville NY on October 18 2026 feature distances from 2 miles to 25 kilometers plus a virtual Home Edition. Courses include forest trails, steep climbs, aid stations and bus shuttles to trailheads.