Trail Running calendar near Hampton 2026-2027

A mostly trail, low frills half marathon at York River State Park on June 7 2026 with a new Hike a Half option, marked trails, aid stations, and a five hour time limit.

A backyard ultra at Loch Lothian where runners complete a 4.14 mile loop each hour until only one remains. The event supports the Semper Fi and America's Fund and awards a cash prize plus the Sword of Honor.

A three-race summer trail series at Sandy Bottom Nature Park organized by the Peninsula Track Club, featuring 5K, 4-mile, and 5-mile events plus a full-series entry and awards across age groups and walker categories.

Night Owl 9k at Freedom Park in Williamsburg VA is a night trail race over single track, fire road and paved trails with rolling hills and technical sections. Post race activities include pizza, beer and wildlife education.

A manually timed trail event at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA, run on a 3.1-mile loop with 10 hour, 5 hour, 2 hour and a one-lap 5k formats; aid station and rucking options are available.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run with 18+ obstacles at Historic Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake, VA on July 19, 2026. Open to participants aged 7 and up, the event welcomes running, jogging or walking and emphasizes teamwork and fun.

The Muddy Dash - Richmond, VA will take place in Matoaca on Saturday 25 July 2026.

A 12 hour endurance run at Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, VA, made of repeated laps of a 1.5 mile loop. The unpaved, tree lined course features lake and forest views and is limited to 60 runners.

Experience the scenic beauty of Pocahontas State Park at this trail festival featuring a loop course 10k and half marathon. Enjoy runnable trails and professional timing in a picturesque Virginia forest setting.

A Halloween themed 4 mile trail run and hike at York River State Park on October 10, 2026. The new trail features single track, river views and rolling hills, with finisher medals for all and a two hour time limit.

A 24 hour loop endurance race in Williamsburg, VA on October 24, 2026. Runs use a certified 2.215 mile crushed gravel loop with distance awards and proceeds benefiting The Arc.

A trail half marathon at First Landing State Park with sandy sections, roots, bridges, and about 300 feet of elevation gain; includes event shirt, finisher beanie, donuts, and age-group awards.

A scenic 5K along the Virginia Capital Trail at Rocketts Landing in Richmond on October 31, 2026, with in-person and several virtual participation options and a range of registration fee levels.

Virginia Beast 2026 is a multi day ruck and endurance event in Virginia Beach based out of LFT Gym on 6 to 8 November 2026. Multiple distances are offered and competitors must carry ruck loads of 40, 50, and 80 pounds.

A 50K race on the Noland Trail at Mariners' Museum Park in Newport News on November 7, 2026, offered as a solo 50K or as relay teams of two to six, with festival access included.

A free Thanksgiving community event at Pocahontas State Park featuring a cross-country 5K and a short kids fun run. Registration is required; the day includes alumni photos, raffle drawings, and optional donations for a memorial award suppo..

Timed trail events at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA, on a marked 5 km loop, offering 10K, 4 hour and 8 hour run and ruck options. Laps are counted, a stocked aid station serves hot items, and all finishers receive a homemade medal.

Multiple USATF certified races take place on the Dismal Swamp course in Chesapeake, VA, including 50K, marathon, half marathon and a 50K relay. Aid stations are provided and finishers receive apparel and medals.

A trail event at Pocahontas State Park on December 12, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances through the wooded Bright Hope Trail area. Walkers are welcome and virtual entry options are available with medal and shirt choices.

A two-loop 50K trail run at First Landing State Park with two full aid stations and an eight hour cutoff. Registrants receive a Brooks shirt and finishers a medal, and a post race gathering at Smartmouth Brewery includes pizza and two beer..