Trail Running Calendar Virginia 2026-2027

A mud-run fundraiser in King George, VA on June 27, 2026, featuring a 4-mile obstacle course and a 1-mile kids run, organized by the Dahlgren Lions Club with team awards by group size.

Night Owl 9k at Freedom Park in Williamsburg VA is a mixed-surface trail race with single track, fire road and paved sections, rolling hills and technical terrain. Walkers are welcome and all finishers receive medals.

A 10 miles out-and-back event at Smith Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Area in Sandy Level, Virginia on June 27, 2026. Three load options are available: LIGHT 10 pounds, STANDARD 25 pounds, and HEAVY 50 pounds.

A community trail run organized by Logic Fitness Club starting from Wharf Hill Brewing Company in Smithfield, VA. The route is roughly 3.0 miles on gravel and dirt with about 127 ft of elevation gain and lasts about one hour.

BeastLake in Moneta VA on July 4 offers a 3.1 mile obstacle course with 16 obstacles, a 3.1 mile run or walk, and a 1.5 mile family obstacle course with optional water features and food trucks.

July 4 races at the Historic Crab Orchard Museum Corn Maze in Tazewell, VA, featuring a 5K made of five maze laps and a one-lap fun run with a patriotic puppy parade. Maze perimeter is about 0.63 miles.

A free 5K fun run on July 4, 2026 organized by Great Falls TrailBlazers. The loop course goes through the woods, meets at the Great Falls Library, is open to all ages and is pet friendly.

A 10 hour trail event at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA on a 3.1 mile loop with about 150 ft gain per lap. Shorter 5 hour, 2 hour and one lap 5k options are offered along with rucking divisions and an aid station.

A four mile vineyard run at Fables and Feathers in Goodview, VA on July 11, 2026, offered in-person and virtual. The event features a device free prediction run for prizes, a wine stopper medal, and winery tasting access for finishers.

A 5K and 10K held at Nottoway Park in Vienna on July 11, 2026, with in-person and virtual entry options; published registration fees vary by entry date and include mandatory charges.

A lakeside trail race at Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville on July 11, 2026, featuring a 5.2 mile loop with about 745 feet of elevation change. The race is open to runners and walkers and is part of the Summer Trail Running Series.

A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

Experience the West Side Quarry trail race along the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg. This 10k course features a steady climb and rolling hills with 426 feet of elevation gain for a dynamic running experience.

Muddy Dash Richmond on July 25, 2026 at Virginia Motorsports Park is a non-competitive 5K with obstacles, mud pits, and on-site Pre-Party and After-Party festivities. Family-friendly registration options include value and VIP packages.

A vineyard run in Purcellville on July 25, 2026 offering 5k and 10k routes plus virtual entries with medal and shirt options. Registration fees vary by distance and registration date.

Races and a hike at Hungry Mother State Park on July 25, 2026 include a one lap 15 mile mountain race plus 8 mile options along lakefront trails. Post-event awards, refreshments, live music and games are planned.

A July trail event at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, VA offering 5K and 10K distances plus multiple virtual options. The courses run on shaded, scenic trails and walkers are welcome.

A 5K out and back run and walk on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, Virginia, on July 25, 2026. Organized by the Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation, with proceeds directed to rare cancer research at MD Anderson.

A summer trail event in Crozet, VA listed as a 30 Miler with about 29.0 miles and 7,610 feet of climbing. The steep gravel out-and-back laps include limited aid, shuttle parking, and rugged summer conditions.

A farm work inspired obstacle course at Waid Park on August 1, 2026, featuring more than 20 obstacles and new farm themed elements. Registration includes chip timing, a logo shirt and live bluegrass; kids 12 and under may participate free.