Trail Running calendar near Boone 2026-2027

A memorial trail event in Wilkesboro, North Carolina on September 26, 2026 offering timed 5K and 10K runs, an untimed 5K walk, and a virtual option. Chip timing and RFID-tagged bibs are used and proceeds support the American Cancer Society.

Flint's Fabulous 5K in Kannapolis on September 26, 2026 raises funds for Leashes of Valor to train no-cost service dogs for post 9/11 veterans. The event includes a race shirt option, packet pickup, and is dog friendly.

A trail 5K in Norton, Virginia held as part of the three-day Woodbooger Festival. The race runs on the Flag Rock Area Trails and raises funds to support the festival that highlights local nature and folklore.

A timed loop festival in Damascus, Virginia offering 3, 6 and 12 hour races on a scenic one mile park loop, with camping for registered runners, live music, food trucks, aid stations, shirts, and awards.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon at Steele Creek Park in Bristol, TN, featuring technical single track, steep climbs, creek crossings and more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain. Proceeds support park trail improvements and top finishers rece..

A 10K road climb in Norton, Virginia with more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain to the 4,200 foot High Knob summit. The 13th annual event takes place October 3, 2026.

A trail running event at Rocky Branch Park with on-site and virtual 5K and 10K options; timing uses bib chips, participants receive a branded T-shirt and sticker, and proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

A 100 mile point to point on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. USATF certified course with crew access, well stocked aid stations and chip timing, serving as the final leg of the From Start to Heart series.

A Last Man Standing style event in Kings Mountain, NC with repeating 3.1 mile loops and cycling time limits that move 40 45 50 55 60 minutes. Runners are eliminated for missed cutoffs and the final runner must complete a solo loop to claim..

A trail running festival in Max Meadows VA on October 10 and 11 2026 offering 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 25K races. Course maps, elevation gain figures, cutoff times, and a runner handbook are provided.

A certified 5K trail run on a 50 acre horse ranch near Gastonia, NC, accompanied by a 2K walk, a Half Pint race for ages 7 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The event runs rain or sunshine and will be canceled for lightning.

A family-friendly event on October 10, 2026 in Morganton featuring a 5K Zombie Run with flag-capture rules and awards, plus a one mile costume fun run and an after party with food trucks and activities.

Lake Rhodhiss Trailfest in Valdese, NC on October 10, 2026 offers three hour, six hour and twelve hour loop events on a roughly three mile course with trail and crushed cinder greenway. Food, vendor space, and occasional live music are plan..

A 100-mile ultra in Hickory using a 4-mile mixed-surface loop, open to solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70% trail, over 15,500 feet of elevation, and marked signage for night running.

A Halloween-themed 5k and 1 Mile in Hendersonville on October 24, 2026, presented by Aetna, with costumes encouraged, finisher medals, a Fall Festival at the Farmers’ Market, a virtual 5k option, and a costume contest with prizes.

Trail races start and finish at Fonta Flora Brewery in Nebo, NC, offering a 50K, a half marathon, and new 2- and 3-person relay options, with portions of proceeds supporting local trail development.

A 24 hour Halloween ultrarun in Galax, Virginia hosted by Froggy Mountain Adventures. Medals for reaching 50k or 50 miles within 24 hours, an overall most laps award, seasonal food and costume prizes add to the event atmosphere.

A 25-hour timed trail event at Camp Grier on October 31, 2026, run on a scenic 3.6 mile loop with about 600 ft elevation per lap. Free tent camping, chip timing, milestone awards, and handcrafted top-finish awards.

Trail races at Kings Mountain State Park offering 10 Mile, 50K, 100K and 100 Mile options on a ten mile loop with roughly 650 feet of elevation gain and two aid stations per loop.

A 24 hour challenge of six 5.2 mile legs totaling 50K, available in person in Damascus, Virginia, or virtually with flexible start times and completion between January 1 and December 30. Registration closes October 1.