Trail Running calendar near South Henderson 2026-2027

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run in Raleigh on August 23, 2026, held at North Carolina Motorsports Park with 18+ obstacles; open to women aged 7 and up who can run, jog, or walk the course.

Friday Night Lights Elon Opener is Elon's cross country season opener on August 28, 2026 in Elon, North Carolina. Women run four 1000 meter laps and men run six 1000 meter laps in an evening cross country meet.

A trail event at Hagan-Stone Park offering half marathon and 10K runs plus ruck and virtual options, with morning, evening, and double-entry formats; evening races may require personal lights.

Trail races at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area feature a 10K and half marathon over single-track trails, steep climbs, and an optional climb of an 80 foot observation tower with frequent aid stations and chip timing.

A community running event in Farmville on September 12, 2026 offering in-person and virtual 5K and 10K races plus hand cycle divisions on a flat, crushed gravel out-and-back course along the High Bridge State Park Trail.

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 trail 5K along the historic Roanoke Canal and a Half Mile Fun Walk in Roanoke Rapids, with proceeds helping replace historic batteau replicas and age-group awards for finishers.

A one day cross country festival in Oxford, NC featuring 11 races across youth, middle school, high school, collegiate, and adult divisions, with proceeds supporting Central Children's Home of North Carolina and Durham Striders Youth Associ..

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.

A timed 5K at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge in Pittsboro with three gravel loops through fields and forests, a family friendly Fun Run to the new pig habitat, food vendors, awards, and proceeds supporting The Pig Project.

Trail races at Medoc Mountain State Park featuring a 10 Miler and a 5 Miler, chip timing, stocked aid stations, event swag and post race food with live bluegrass music.

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.

A chip timed 5K run and walk along Danville's Riverwalk Trail on October 17, 2026, with awards by gun time and youth pricing.

A three-race off-road series in North Carolina featuring single-track trail runs across Eno River, Uwharrie, and the Mountains-to-Sea Trail with multiple distance options and series awards based on total mileage.

A trail race at Eno River State Park on October 25, 2026 offering 6 and 11 mile courses over technical single-track with rocky, root-filled terrain. Participants receive custom race swag, refreshments, and awards for top finishers.

A 24-hour timed run and walk on November 21, 2026, Oakwood24 raises funds for Healing Transitions at a new Lakeside Retreats location, includes a Saturday morning remembrance hour, and offers timed ultra, relay, and fundraising options.

A community Turkey Trot in Danville with a 400 yard children's run and 5K run and walk along the Dan River, raising funds for Danville Public Schools programs and scholarships.

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.

Trail races on Black Friday in Snow Camp North Carolina with a 13.1 mile and a 7.5 mile course, offering run, ruck, economy and virtual options on marked single track trails with aid stations.