Trail Running calendar near Matthews 2026-2027

Join the 10th annual Rise & Run 5K in Southern Pines for a scenic trail run with a 1 mile kids race, live music, and food trucks. Proceeds support Friend to Friend, empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Tackle scenic trails at Harbison State Forest in Columbia on April 25 2026 with the Dirty Harry 5K and 12K presented by Fleet Feet Columbia. Choose a brisk 5K or test your grit with the 12K for a fun day of trail running.

Join the Iredell Rise & Shine 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Jennings Park for a family friendly morning of exercise on scenic nature trails. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and activities as the community celebrates parks and healthy living.

Run scenic trails at The Mighty Mountain Run 5K and 10K in Sophia North Carolina on May 9, 2026, a fundraiser for camper scholarships at Camp Caraway. Expect rugged single track, rewarding climbs, medals and pro chip timing.

MammothMarch returns to Kings Mountain State Park on May 9, 2026 for long distance hikes through the Blue Ridge foothills. Pick 20 or 30 mile routes that pass historic Revolutionary War sites and scenic lakes for a memorable outdoor challen..

Enjoy a scenic, technical trail loop in Waxhaw NC on May 16 with a 50K (three laps) or 10 Miler (one lap). Expect woods, prairie and lake views, limited aid, cupless course so bring your hydration; medals for finishers.

Run May Madness 50K in Hoffman NC by completing ten consecutive 5K loops in a single day on natural trail surfaces. Finish every loop to earn your 50K, with free camping and limited spots so register early for a shirt and pottery awards.

Push your limits at the Momentus BackYard Ultra on May 30 at Williams Rushing Farm in Monroe NC, where runners tackle a 4.167 mile loop each hour or choose a single loop fun run. Rustic trails, music, camping, and a lively village.

Run Fleet Feet's Big Run 5K in Kernersville this June, featuring a community cross country 5K and a one mile fun run for Global Running Day. Expect competitive heats, cash prizes for elites, and proceeds supporting shoes for underprivileged..

A community 5K and children's run in Clover, South Carolina on June 6, 2026 supporting local families, underprivileged children, and veterans. The event features a DJ, age group medals, free shirts, a kids scavenger hunt and local vendors.

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell, NC on June 13, 2026 offers a scenic, challenging trail with 50K and 5K distances. Finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals and aid stations keep you fueled along the way.

Join the Buck Creek Streak, a clothing optional trail run and walk through woods and meadows at Carolina Foothills Resort on June 13, 2026. Choose the 5K or tackle the 7.3K for a special finisher medal, chip timing, and race awards.

Run the Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC with 5K, 25K, and 50K looped courses around the farm and hunter's cabin. All fees support farm development and finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals; camping is available.

Take on the 40th Ultimate Runner on June 27, 2026 in Winston Salem, NC, a one day test combining four track races plus a 5K cross country where you must finish all five to score. Finishers get the event shirt and a collectible decal.

Hit the trails at the Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon and 5K in Harbison State Forest, Columbia on July 12, 2026. This environmentally sustainable trail event offers a race tee and finisher medal amid scenic forest singletrack.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Push your limits on the Thermal Belt Rail Trail at Not A Sprint Ultra Races, a multi hour timed event offering 3, 6 and 12 hour races. Well stocked aid and a 50 mile belt buckle for 12 hour finishers make this a sunny late summer challenge.

Join the XC Experience 5K in Rutherfordton NC for a two lap cross country course through woods, fields and a stadium finish. Part of the ROC Race Series, this spectator friendly event offers awards and a lively course for runners.

Hit the scenic trails in Wilkesboro at the Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run, with 5K and 10K timed options plus a 5K walk and virtual choice. Race in September to support the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.