Trail Running calendar near Banner Elk 2025-2026

The Byrd and Bear 5K for Autism Awareness is a trail race scheduled for April 5, 2025, in Tryon, North Carolina. This event aims to raise awareness and support for the Autism Society of North Carolina, with all proceeds benefiting the organization. Participants can register until March 18, 2025, to..

The Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra is an annual running event held in Lincolnton, NC, designed to challenge participants on a scenic farmland trail loop. This event encourages runners, walkers, and ruckers of all ages to test their limits while promoting fitness and family participation. Registration..

The Gamble is an exciting running event scheduled for April 6, 2025, in Hendersonville, NC. Participants will tackle a unique challenge where a dice roll at the start determines the number of laps to run on a ~1.67 mile loop, resulting in a total distance ranging from 3.33 to 20 miles. The course fe..

The New River Trail Races, held in Fries, VA, feature a variety of distances including 100k, 50k, 25k, and a 10K, all set along the scenic New River and Chestnut Creek in New River Trail State Park. The courses are entirely dirt and flat, designed as out-and-back routes. Participants can expect well..

The Seven Sisters 25K is a challenging trail running event set in the scenic Montreat Wilderness of North Carolina. This 25-kilometer race features approximately 4,000 feet of elevation gain and covers about 95% trail, offering participants breathtaking views as they navigate over multiple peaks, in..

The Firefly Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Hendersonville, NC, featuring a beautiful course that includes a ~3-mile trail loop with stunning views of waterfalls and mountain creeks. Participants can choose from a 12-hour, 6-hour, or 5K race format, making it accessible for ru..

The Lake James Races, taking place on April 12 and 13, 2025, in Nebo, NC, features a variety of running events including a Half Marathon, a 7 Miler, and a 5k. The races start and finish at Fonta Flora's Whippoorwill Farm, offering participants scenic trails through Lake James State Park. This year i..

The Leatherwood 100 is an exciting running event taking place at Leatherwood Resort in Ferguson, NC, featuring multiple race distances: 100 miles, 50 miles, 50K, and 25K. The course consists of scenic, shaded trails with beautiful overlooks, primarily on private horse land. Due to recent hurricane d..

The Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k is a challenging ultramarathon set in the scenic Southern Virginia mountains, specifically in Galax. Participants will tackle a demanding course featuring 500 feet of vertical gain per mile, with a total of 16 hours to complete the race. The event includes free..

The Bootlegger 100 is a challenging gravel cycling event held in Lenoir, NC, featuring two route options of 58 and 85 miles. Both routes start and finish in downtown Lenoir, taking participants through the scenic and rugged Wilson Creek Gorge. The 58-mile route includes approximately 4,500 feet of c..

The Smoky Mountain Relay is a challenging 200+ mile relay race that takes place in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, starting from Brevard and ending in Bryson City. Teams of 6, 9, or 12 runners tackle a course that features a mix of trail running, gravel roads, and paved pathways,..

The Troublesome Hollow 50K and 25K is a unique trail running event taking place in Bristol, Virginia, on April 26-27, 2025. Celebrating the rich culture of Appalachia, the race features scenic routes along the river, iconic swinging bridges, and a climb to a historic fire tower. Participants can cho..

The Grayson Highlands 50 Mile event, taking place in May at Grayson Highlands State Park, VA, offers an exhilarating trail running experience. Participants can choose from multiple distances, including 50 miles, 50K, 25K, and 8 miles, each featuring stunning mountain views and the chance to see wild..

The PBC 5k is an exciting running event organized by Pearl Baptist Church, taking place in Stanley, NC. Scheduled for May 3, 2025, this trail run aims to raise funds for an international mission trip to Jamaica, where participants will engage in community activities such as hosting VBS and youth nig..

The Other's Day 5K + Kids Dash is a celebratory running event taking place at the picturesque Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens in Belmont, NC, on May 4, 2025. This event honors mothers and all the remarkable women in our lives, encouraging participation from everyone, regardless of gender or pace. Par..

The Hellbender 100 is a challenging 100-mile ultramarathon set in the scenic Black Mountains of Western North Carolina. Participants will navigate a course featuring significant elevation changes, including a climb to Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi.The event, organized by the..

The Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run is an annual event taking place in the Flag Rock Area Trails system in Norton, VA. This year marks the eighth edition of the race, which aims to support the Norton Friends and Farmers Market’s Senior Supplement Program, helping low-income seniors access fresh produce. Pa..

The Capture the Flags Ultra will take place in Banner Elk on Saturday 24 May 2025.

The Virginia Creeper 10 Miler is a running event taking place in Abingdon, Virginia, on May 24, 2025. This race features an out-and-back course along the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail, primarily consisting of dirt and gravel surfaces. Participants will run five miles out before turning around to com..

The Kettlefoot Race is an exciting trail running event set in the scenic Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, Tennessee. Scheduled for May 31, 2025, participants can choose from three distances: 50K, 25K, and 13K, each offering a unique challenge with varying elevation gains. Runners wil..