Trail Running calendar near Troy 2025-2026

The The Unforeseen will take place in Charlotte on Saturday 15 November 2025.

The 16th Annual Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail Races will take place at the Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center in Efland, NC. Participants can choose from three events: a 4-ish mile trail run, an 8-ish mile trail run, and a 3-mile virtual race. The course features scenic trails through rolling hills ..

The Birds of a Feather Trail Trot is a Thanksgiving Day running event taking place at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC. Participants can choose between a mellow 2-mile course featuring paved and smooth trails or a more challenging 5K course with rugged terrain, including roots and hills. Both distanc..

The Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile race in North Carolina is a festive running event held during the Thanksgiving holiday. Set against the scenic backdrop of North Carolina's late fall, participants can enjoy the crisp air and beautiful surroundings while either aiming for personal ..

The Derby 50K is a unique ultra-running event taking place in Ellerbe, NC, on November 29, 2025. This 31.5-mile race features a scenic course consisting of three loops of rolling hills on both asphalt and dirt. Participants are encouraged to bring dog or cat food for donation to local animal advocat..

The Turkey Chase is a running event taking place in Cary, NC, featuring both in-person and virtual options from November 22 to November 29, 2025. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 13.1-mile half marathon, 10K, and 5K, as well as virtual versions of these races. The event en..

The Shakori 40 Running Festival is a vibrant event that unites the running community in a celebration of nature, camaraderie, and live music. Scheduled for December 5-6, 2025, in Pittsboro, NC, the festival features a variety of races, including a 40-mile ultramarathon, a 40K open race, and a 40-mil..

The Lake Norman State Park Trail Race features two challenging events: a 30K and a 50K, set against the scenic backdrop of the park. Participants will navigate smooth, rolling single-track trails with no repeat loops, ensuring a unique experience throughout the race. Both distances have a 10-hour cu..

The Run at the Rock is a popular annual running event held at Cedarock Park in Burlington, NC, featuring 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances. Scheduled for December 13, 2025, this race attracts trail runners from across the region, offering scenic and challenging courses that include single-track a..

The Cape Fear Holiday Run is a festive trail running event taking place in Lillington, NC, featuring 3-hour, 6-hour, and 9-hour timed races on a scenic 1.17-mile loop. Participants can enjoy a fun and accessible course while supporting a good cause, as all proceeds benefit the Harnett Food Pantry. T..