Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

Run under the stars in North Texas at the Lone Star Night Run. Choose from a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or a 10K ruck on a flat, gravel trailway. This cupless night race requires a headlamp and your own hydration.

Event Overview The Heroes and Villains Half Marathon, presented by Bigfoot Running Company, takes place on September 13, 2026, at Brazos River Park in Sugarland, Texas. The event features a superhero and villain theme. Available Distances T..

Event Details The Paris Texas Marathon takes place over two days in late September. It features a range of distances, with morning and evening events available for several of them. The event distances are: 100K 50K Marathon Half Marathon 1..

Run under the stars at South Llano River State Park. Choose from several distances, including a ruck division, on rocky hill trails. It's part of the Texas Summer Night Series.

The McKelligon Canyon Challenge features a 5K run/walk and a 1 Mile walk through the scenic canyon in El Paso. The first 500 registrants get a tech shirt, and the first 400 5K finishers earn a medal. Proceeds support local community gardens..

This trail race begins in the depths of Natural Bridge Caverns before emerging onto scenic hillside trails. Runners can choose from several distances, including a Last Person Standing format and a youth race. The event supports the Great Sp..

Discover Sky Island in Fort Davis on September 26, 2026, the 11th annual trail race set on scenic West Texas singletrack around Prude Guest Ranch. Choose a 50K or 25K for a memorable day of rugged high desert running.

The Dana Peak Trail Run takes runners on a single loop over rocky trails with lake views at Dana Peak Park. Distances from 10K to 100K challenge participants on the varied terrain. A hydration device is mandatory, and primitive camping is a..

Join the Day of the Dead Half Marathon in San Antonio on October 4, 2026, with race options from kids dash to half marathon or virtual entry on scenic lakes and trail surfaces. Costume contest, music and a post race festival add family fun.

Scenic lakeside and forest trail races at Lake Somerville offer multiple distances from a youth one mile to a 50 km, plus ruck divisions; the course is well marked with aid stations and a Friday pre-race tailgate at the race hub.

The Mammoth is a trail running festival in Glen Rose, Texas, set on a scenic 1,000-acre ranch. Runners can choose from distances ranging from a 1K kids' fun run up to a 100K ultra. All participants get a shirt and medal, with 100K finishers..

The Hope Alliance Survive. Thrive. Prevent 5K Run/Walk takes place on October 10, 2026 at Fritz Park in Hutto. This flat, scenic 5K features a beginner-friendly course with awards for top finishers. Registration includes a t-shirt and suppo..

This Halloween season run in Katy, Texas offers three distances on the scenic Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail. The 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon follow unique out-and-back loops. Online registration is required, and finisher medals are awarded.

Run along the scenic lakeside trails and pine forests of Lake Bastrop during this autumn trail event. Choose from distances ranging from a 5K to a 12 hour endurance challenge in the heart of Central Texas.

A community trail event on October 17, 2026 at Eagle Mountain Park in Fort Worth offering a 5ish mile run plus 2ish mile hikes, live music, pancakes and a shoe demo. Proceeds benefit Streams & Valleys.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with a themed run through Houston's parks. Choose from distances including a half marathon, 5K, or a fun Kids Dash. Enjoy a costume contest, live music, and Mexican treats at the festive finish line celebration.

The South Texas Ultra is a scenic trail run in the Texas Hill Country at the H.W. Lewis Ranch. It features rugged looped courses for distances from 5K to 50K, including a ruck division. All finishers receive a collectible medal, and the eve..

The 41st annual Palo Duro Trail Run offers distances of 25K, 50K, and 50 miles on a scenic looped course through the Texas canyon. Runners will navigate varied terrain from singletrack to sand and rock. All finishers receive unique awards,..

The Dirt Circus returns to Flower Mound for a free community running festival. Join a casual 5K group run, then enjoy a local expo, food vendors, and a raffle. It's a celebration of the local trail running scene.

This rugged endurance trail race in Texas Hill Country is built on self-sufficiency. Runners cover distances from 5 to 100 miles over a rocky, technical loop. It’s a cupless, self-supported adventure with marked trails, family activities, a..