Trail Running calendar near Glenmont 2026-2027

A trail 5K and one mile run at Wooster Memorial Park on July 4, 2026, with part of entries supporting The Friends Wooster Memorial Park. Finishers receive a custom hat and the 5K awards top three male and female finishers.

A trail event in Akron on July 11, 2026 with marathon, half marathon and 10K options along the Towpath and Summit Metro Parks. The full marathon features over 2,000 feet of elevation gain and medals for all finishers.

Trail runs at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park offering 5k and 10k distances and supporting FLIP's cancer prevention work. The 5k is relatively flat and family friendly while the 10k finishes with a stair climb noted by local runners.

Experience the natural beauty of Findley State Park on a scenic trail course around the lake. Choose from various running and hiking distances to support local park conservation and enjoy handcrafted medals.

The Flock of Flamingos will take place in Parma on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run 5 miles.

A second annual cross country event at Seven Hills Recreation Center with a 5K and a 1-mile family walk. The course includes grass, gravel and a short wooded trail, with entertainment and midday food trucks during the Home Days Event.

A four-week Wednesday evening cross-country series at Ward Athletic Complex in Columbiana with chip-timed 3K and 5K races, weekly registration of $10 or $40 for all four weeks, and awards across multiple age divisions.

Experience a scenic trail journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon, or relay distances in this historic Northeast Ohio endurance event.

Arch City XC Festival at Westerville North High School on July 25, 2026 features multiple 2 mile races for elementary, middle and high school runners plus an open race. Teams of three in middle and high school races are eligible for team sc..

An inaugural 4 mile event on July 31, 2026 at Iron Horse Trail in Alliance, Ohio, with in-person and virtual 4 mile options. Registration runs March 28 to July 24 with a $35 fee and includes a bib, shirt, and medal.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra on a family farm in Glenmont, OH, featuring trails under old growth timber and free camping and parking. The 2026 event is the eighth hosting and registration closes July 31.

A 5K Run and Walk on a private airfield runway in Malvern, Ohio. The course uses hard packed grass, is managed by Run to You Racing, and has registration April 1 to June 15 with a $25 fee.

A cross country meet in Westerville, Ohio with youth races and an open adults two mile. Registration is free and individual registration is required; team tents and team uniforms are not permitted.

A backyard ultra at Alum Creek State Park that repeats a 4.167 mile loop every hour; runners must finish each loop within the hour and the last person to complete a loop is the winner. The course uses grass ski paths and single-track trails..

Trail races of 5 and 10 miles take place on 8 August 2026 at Oak Hill Trail Head in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Registration opens in November 2025 and fees vary by distance.

Buckeye Sun Trail Runs in Lewis Center, OH on August 8, 2026 offers looped trail races from 7K to 26K on a marked 4.1 mile loop near Alum Creek Reservoir, with finishers amenities and awards for top finishers.

A cross country 5K and a 0.5 mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield Ohio with finisher medals, event shirts, and awards for top overall and age group finishers.

A night trail event at Alum Creek Reservoir offering 7K, 13K, 20K and 26K loop options. The 4.1 mile loop is LED marked and requires a headlamp for navigation.

A 10 km trail race at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park through prairies, fields and riparian forest. ORRRC members run free while non-members pay a modest fee; check-in with a timing chip is required and service dogs only are permitted.

An evening running event in Westerville with a 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run that raises funds for Westerville Education Challenge and highlights mental health resources and remembrance.