Trail Running calendar near Willard 2025-2026

Conquer the Castle invites runners and ruckers to tackle distances from 100K to 5K on scenic looped trails around Squire's Castle. Finishers earn medals, 100K a buckle, and can opt to Be Knighted with a hill climb.

Test your endurance at the 6 Hours of Power at Alum Creek State Park, a six hour trail challenge of repeated 5K loops around the marina. Run as many loops as you can in six hours to chase the top spot and a finisher medal.

Run the trails at Alum Creek State Park on Nov 1, 2025 with distances from 5K to half marathon, plus relays and a six hour endurance race. Marked mixed terrain, aid stations and medals make for a rewarding day outdoors.

Join the Viking Relays and Races in Cleveland on November 1 for solo and team running on pavement and dirt trails. Pick timed endurance or four mile races and compete for team and individual awards.

Tackle rugged singletrack at Alum Creek State Park on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with 10K, 20K, and 50K trail options for all levels. Expect rocks, roots, scenic lake views, and a finisher shirt and medal to celebrate your effort.

Join the 17th annual After the PKs 5K Road and 10K Trail Run on November 9, 2025 in Van Buren Ohio for road and scenic trail options plus a kids fun run. All proceeds benefit Van Buren High School soccer and scholarships.

Run Turkey Trails Columbus at Ohio State Newark with 5k, 10k, 1 Mile and Kids Dash options or join virtually. Chip timed races, shirts and medals await in a family friendly event for all ages.

Join the Dom Fratta XC Pavilion 5K in Willard on Nov 15 for a community 5K and 1 mile kids run as the town unveils a new cross country pavilion honoring a longtime coach. Proceeds support Willard cross country and local runners.

Take part in the Scarecrow Sprint 5K in Fremont, Ohio on November 15, 2025, a spirited cross country run around Walsh Park. All levels welcome, with finisher medals and race day registration available.

Join Turkey Trails Cleveland at Clark Field on November 16 for family friendly 1 mile, 5k, 10k and kids dash options plus a virtual race. Enjoy chip timing, finisher medals, and designer shirts for a festive post run celebration.

Enjoy a scenic 15k at North Chagrin Reservation, looping through woodlands and past Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls and Oxbow Lagoon. The final Dirty Trail Series race supports Cleveland Metroparks Trails and includes finisher swag.

Join Turkey Trails Toledo on November 23 at Swan Creek Park for a family friendly Thanksgiving run with 1 mile, kids dash, chip timed 5k and 10k, plus a virtual option. Finishers get shirts and medals and age awards for 5k and 10k.

Run 50K, 25K, or 5 mile loops from the Regal Beagle in Akron through Bath Nature Preserve and park, with rolling hills and mixed trail surfaces. All finishers get custom gifts including a Regal Beagle medal while supporting local conservati..

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the 57th Penton Memorial Turkey Trot at Lorain County Community College in Elyria with a true 10K cross country course or a 2 mile fun run for all levels. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards and lively hol..

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Celebrate the season at the Candy Cane Course at University of Toledo on Dec 21, 2025 with in person and virtual options from a Kids Dash to a chip timed 12k. Bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and enjoy shirts, medals, and holiday..

Kick off the trail season at the inaugural Cabin Fever Trail Race at Richfield Heritage Preserve with scenic 5k and 5 mile courses. Enjoy s'mores by the fire, a beer garden, great swag and post race snacks while supporting the park.

Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 – Toledo is a family-friendly running event in Toledo, Ohio (location TBD, 43604) scheduled for March 1, 2026. It features multiple distances: 5k, 10k, a Half Marathon, a 1-Mile, and a Kids Dash, plus volun..

Choose the 50 mile, 50K, or 25K on the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath, starting at St. Helena Park in Canal Fulton on March 21, 2026. Out and back courses with aid stations, cupless racing so bring a reusable cup, plus a 50/50 raffle.

DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) - Toledo, by Bodies Race Company, is a family-friendly running event in Toledo, Ohio. Distances include 1 mile (untimed), 5K, 10K, and a Half-Marathon, plus a Kid’s Dash, Volunteer‑then‑Run, and a Virtual R..