Raleigh
Trail Running Calendar near Raleigh 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Raleigh for 2026-2027! We've gathered 22 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Scale 110 flights of stairs in downtown Raleigh to honor the heroes of 9/11. This symbolic climb at the former Wells Fargo Tower welcomes first responders and civilians for a meaningful memorial event.
A community event at Herndon Park using the American Tobacco Trail with a 5K, a 1 mile fun run and a virtual Sleep In Superhero option. Proceeds support outreach and education on organ eye and tissue donation in North Carolina.
A dog friendly 5K on September 26, 2026 at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary NC supporting Vets To Vets United with vendors, awards and a virtual option.
October 2026
Test your limits on a USATF certified asphalt loop in Lillington. This supported endurance event features a lit course at night and convenient trackside camping for a personalized running experience.
Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel features 5K, 10K and Half Marathon single track courses with varied technical terrain, on-course aid, chip timing, post-race food, and finisher medals.
November 2026
Oakwood24 is a 24 hour run and walk fundraising event for Healing Transitions at Lakeside Retreats, with camping, unpaved trails, and a Saturday morning Remembrance Hour.
Thanksgiving Day trail run at Briar Chapel with a 2-mile fun run, rugged 5K, and new 10K, plus a free kids race, post-race pie, awards, and marked, supported trails.
A holiday weekend trail run in Briar Chapel on November 28, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses, repurposed vintage tees and medals, a post race party, and a free kids race with prizes.
December 2026
Timed trail events at Cape Fear Shiner Park in Lillington NC with 9 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour races on a 1.17 mile loop, aid station and finisher medals.
January 2027
Trail event at Raven Rock State Park on 01/03/2027 featuring runs and a hike over rocky, technical trails with limited parking.
February 2027
March 2027
A 30-mile point-to-point training run between UNC and Duke in Chapel Hill, organized by The TarDevil; participants assume all liability.
A multi format endurance event at Sugg Farm Park and Bass Lake on a 4.167 mile trail loop, featuring 12 hour and 24 hour individual races, a 100 mile with a 30 hour cutoff, relays and ruck divisions with mandatory gear checks.
A 26.2 mile trail marathon through William B. Umstead State Park with about 2,400 feet of elevation gain, regular aid stations, and proceeds supporting park conservation.
April 2027
A 100 mile trail endurance run in William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh, with a 30 hour limit and a 50 mile option; next edition April 3 to 4, 2027.