Trail Running calendar near Bristol 2026-2027

Experience the technical terrain of Cockaponsett State Forest with 4 and 9 mile trail races. Navigate hills and rocky paths in Chester to support PanCAN and the Blue Blazed Trail Race series.

The Arc'teryx Run Boston will take place in Milton on Sunday 20 September 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

A 5K trail run at Goddard Park in Warwick, RI on September 26, 2026, with a bayside course and start and finish near the golf course clubhouse. Open to all ages, with published entry fee tiers and on site parking and facilities.

An all-trail event on the Moosup Valley State Park Trail in Moosup, CT offering 5K, 8K, 10K and a free Kids Fun Run with post-race shirts or medallions and food at Weidele's; proceeds benefit a local Rotary charity.

Trail races at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge in Sudbury MA include a 10K, a 30K and a 6 hour timed event. The course uses dirt and gravel double track trails with two aid stations and cupless fueling.

Run for Nature in Lowell on September 27, 2026 features a 10K trail run, a 5K run or walk and a kids one mile fun run, with marked trails and community activities supporting local conservation and education.

Trail races at Bradford Preserve on October 3, 2026 feature 5K, 10K and a free kids run on dirt trails with seasonal course markings and a required orange clothing rule per state regulations.

A 5K fall trail run and walk at Ryan Park in North Kingstown on October 3, 2026, benefiting the North Kingstown Firefighters Association. Registrations before September 14 include a race day t shirt and top finishers receive medals.

A timed trail ultra in Cumberland RI offering 8 hour, 12 hour, and 34 hour options for individuals and teams up to four. The 4.2 mile loop mixes smooth trail and moderately technical rocky sections.

Trail races in Groton, Massachusetts on October 4, 2026, organized by local running and trails groups. Two distances, 9.5 miles and 3.4 miles, total entries limited to 250, online registration closes October 3.

A 26.4 miles trail marathon in Ashford Connecticut on October 4, 2026, run on the Nipmuck Trail with rocky and rooty sections and wood bridges. A two person relay is offered and cutoffs are set by elapsed times.

Trail races at Houghton's Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation follow rolling dirt roads and forest paths with rocks and roots. Two distances are offered, about 7 miles and 3.7 miles, with notable elevation change on each course.

On October 11, 2026 the HFC Striders Cross Country Festival returns to Wayland for its 20th running, featuring 3K youth races across age groups and two 5K open races, with awards and proceeds benefiting Wayland High School.

A community 5K and 1 mile fun run on October 11, 2026 supporting Unified programs at Beckwith and Dighton Middle Schools. Fees vary by registration period and registered runners receive T-shirts and awards for top finishers.

A beach fun run at Sandy Neck Beach in Barnstable with 3K and 5K sand courses where participants walk, run, or crawl. Proceeds support MSOA scholarships for marine biology students and a partner scholarship effort in 2026.

A 3 mile trail run through Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton followed by dinner, wine and music among the vines. Race entry includes timing, a t shirt and a souvenir wine glass; dinner only options are also available.

Experience a point to point trail race in Northeast Connecticut on the Airline Trail. Choose between marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances with individual or relay team options to support local student education.

Experience New Hampshire’s original 30 hour ultramarathon on the historic Granite Town Rail Trail. Choose from multiple distances and relay options in this flat and fast Halloween themed fundraiser for local trail conservation.

A six-hour weighted trail race in Mansfield, MA where runners complete laps of about 2.5 miles, carry variable weight per lap, and score pound-miles called Kz; the highest total Kz in each division wins.

United We Move Trailfest on October 17, 2026 at Fall River Bioreserve offers walk, run, and ride routes of varying lengths to support the Annual Campaign; routes are marked and GPX files are available.