Trail Running calendar near West Chester 2026-2027

A 6K trail event in Institute Woods, Princeton, on maintained natural-surface trails. A non-competitive 3K option is available for slower paces and post-run refreshments are provided.

A turtle-themed 5K trail run at Hopkins Farm Brewery that supports local wildlife conservation. Participants receive a wooden medal and costume prizes are awarded. The event concludes with a festive after-party featuring live music.

A multi-distance trail running event at Forever Farm in Alburtis, PA on April 12, 2026, featuring private singletrack, significant elevation gain, fully stocked aid stations, post-race food and drink, and awards for finishers and relays.

The Fifth Street Rock Monster is a technical trail event on the private singletrack of Forever Farm. The 2026 edition features a new continuous loop course across five distances, camping, and a post race meal.

A 5K on brewery grounds in Cream Ridge on April 18, 2026, with a cross country style course, chip timing, awards by age group, on-site music and food, and a beer ticket for 21+ participants.

A family friendly trail event at Pennypack Preserve on April 18, 2026 offering 10K, 5K and a 1 mile Tale Trail. Proceeds support PERT's land conservation and stewardship.

Cross country running and walking event in Pottstown on 04/18/2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a 1 mile walk. Registration is open with a posted entry fee and race day registration option.

The Gunpowder Keg Ultra will take place in Parkton on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run between 25 and 50 kilometers.

A 50 km out and back on the Schuylkill River Trail from Saint Michael's Park in Mont Clare to Conshohocken, offered as solo, three and six person relay, and virtual options. The finish area near Phoenixville features live music and food tru..

This West Chester trail event offers a 5K run and a 1 mile fun walk/run on April 25, 2026. Two distinct distances provide options for different paces and goals. The event starts at 1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road.

The second annual Patriot Power 5K on April 29, 2026 offers in-person and virtual 5K options plus a 1-mile fun run at EnerSys Global HQ in Reading, PA, with proceeds donated to Team RWB and participant bibs, shirts and medals provided.

Run or walk a 5K trail race under the Flower Moon at Brandywine Creek State Park. This inaugural event supports local trail nonprofits and finishes with a moonrise celebration featuring s'mores and lawn games. Leashed dogs are welcome to jo..

The first annual Lawrence Hopewell Trail 5K supports a 20-mile community trail. The race course passes by two lakes and the historic Hunt House. A non-competitive one-mile Fun Run is also offered for all paces.

Green Traill 5K on May 3, 2026 in Easton, PA features a 5K run, a 2 mile walk and a free kids fun run for ages 1 to 10. The volunteer organized event donates all proceeds to Friends of Historic Easton Cemetery.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series is a four-week trail run event on Wednesday evenings in May. Runners can tackle a scenic 10 km course in the Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park. It’s a grassroots series designed to bring the local running..

An urban ultramarathon in Pennypack Park, Philadelphia with looped figure eight trails of 25K, 50K and 50 miles on mostly single track and shaded paths, plus unique German themed awards.

A trail event at Cromwell Valley Park on May 9, 2026 featuring 25k, 12.5k and 5k courses. The event supports local conservation groups and includes family activities and an Explore Passport for young participants.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series offers four weekly 10k trail runs in Patapsco Valley State Park. It's a grassroots, low-key event organized by park stewards, with a discount for park members.

A trail event at Voorhees State Park on May 16, 2026, offering a five-lap **50k** with about 4,500 ft of gain and a **10k** with about 900 ft. On-course aid, marked turns, race day registration, and finisher medals are provided.

Trail races at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood, PA on May 16, 2026 featuring 10K and 5K courses plus a free kids race. Events are chip timed, include aid stations, marked courses, and support the Lancaster Conservancy.