Trail Running calendar near Downtown 2026-2027

A multi distance trail event near the Pedernales River on November 7 2026 featuring 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50K courses across single and double track. A ruck division is offered and the event supports Austin Sunshine Camps.

El Taco Loco is a multi-distance trail running event at the Land Heritage Institute near San Antonio on November 14, 2026, featuring single-track trails, full aid stations, relay and ruck divisions, cupless aid policy, camping, and finisher..

San Antonio Spartan Weekend at Sandy Oaks Ranch presents multiple obstacle race formats across oak woodlands and rolling terrain. Events include Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km, kids races and Hurricane Heat options.

A Thanksgiving themed race day in San Antonio on November 29, 2026 featuring a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, a virtual option, and a volunteer plus run choice with event swag and chip timing.

A backyard ultra in the Texas Hill Country where runners complete a 4 mile loop each hour with about 200 feet of climbing. The race continues until one runner remains, who is the only official finisher.

A 6.2 mile race in San Antonio on 12/12/2026 with a course run entirely on loose sand. Post-race offerings include s'mores, hot cocoa, and live music for a seasonal atmosphere.

Jingle Trails is a chip-timed trail race at McAllister Park on December 12, 2026, offering 20k, 10k and 5k courses on technical dirt and single track. Finishers receive a medal and event swag, and overall and masters awards are presented.

A community road event in Boerne featuring 5K, 10K and a fun run that starts and finishes at Patrick Heath Amphitheater. Proceeds support Transformation House services for women and children.

Outlast San Antonio is a 6 hour trail challenge where participants run a 5K each hour and aim to complete six laps for a premium medal. Finishers are ranked on a national leaderboard with cash prizes for top performers.

Holiday race at McAllister Park with a Kids Dash, 1-mile, chip timed 5K and 10K, virtual option, costume contest, and finishers receiving a shirt and medal.

The Happy New Year 10K Trail Run will take place in Spicewood on Friday 1 January 2027. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Held in early January at Hill Country State Natural Area, Bandera Endurance Trail offers *100k*, *50k*, *25k* and a youth mile. The technical, rocky 50k loop forms the course; the 100k is a Western States qualifier.

A trail event at Eisenhower Park offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K with a 400 runner cap, full aid stations without disposable cups, drop bag area, and ruck divisions with specific minimum weights.

Trail races at Purgatory Creek Natural Area in San Marcos on January 23, 2027, with 26.2, 13.1, 10K and a youth 1 mile; youth racers receive a finisher medal and parents may run with children at no cost.

A themed 10K trail run at McAllister Park on January 24, 2027, inspired by the legend of La Llorona. The event features chip timing, age group and overall awards, a costume contest with a cash prize, and a provided course map.

A 5k fun run at Back Unturned Brewing Co. in San Antonio on February 13, 2027. Run, walk, or jog the 5k course and join others at the brewery finish area for a post-run celebration.

A multi-distance trail event at Shaffer Bend Recreation Area on February 20, 2027, featuring loops on dirt, sand and rock trails. Distances range from 5K to 50 Mile and include a 10 Mile Ruck; required gear and aid station support are provi..

A trail race at McKinney Falls State Park on February 21, 2026 offering 10K, 20K and 30K looped courses with finisher medals, post-race meals, awards, limited parking, and donations to park trail maintenance.

Trail races at McAllister Park on March 6, 2027 include a 50K of three 10.34 mile loops plus 15K and 5K on natural single-track. The event is chip timed, cupless at aid stations, and offers virtual options.

Trail distances from a Youth 1 Mile up to 50K run on a 6.5 mile loop at Southeast Metro Park in Austin. The course features single track, rocky jeep road sections, steep climbs and a midway aid station.