Trail Running calendar near North Garden 2026-2027

Four teams of eight runners will complete a 122.4 mile relay at Pocahontas State Park on April 24 and 25, 2026, with proceeds supporting Kids On The Move, a Sports Backers youth running program.

A **50K** trail race on April 25, 2026 near Bedford, Virginia, starting at Promise Land Youth Camp. The course mixes grassy roads and downhill single track with over 7,400 feet of total gain and aid at seven points.

A 5K trail run and walk on private property near Amissville, Virginia, benefiting the Chefs For Kids Foundation. The mostly dirt course has gentle hills; registration includes a race T-shirt, bib, and post-race refreshments.

Perfect Day 50K in Massanutten is a 50 kilometer event on May 2, 2026, at Massanutten Western Slope near Keezletown, Virginia. It offers individual entries and team options for two or three people with a listed price of $99 per person.

Freight Train Ultra Marathon in Farmville, VA offers 100k, 50k and a half marathon on a relatively flat rail trail that crosses High Bridge twice. The event includes aid stations, drop bag support at Prospect and a 19 hour limit for the 100..

This 100-mile trail ultra traverses the rocky, rugged Massanutten Mountains in Virginia with over 18,000 feet of climb. Known for its well-stocked aid stations, the May event avoids the worst summer heat. Registration opens with no lottery..

Run for a cause on the scenic Virginia Capital Trail at the Motion for Justice 5K. This flat, paved course offers views of the James River and includes chip timing, a finisher medal, and a tech shirt. Awards recognize top overall and age gr..

Join a scenic 5K run/walk beside the Cacapon River in Wardensville, West Virginia. The event is part of the town's Spring Fest and all proceeds support local youth programs. Run, walk, or cheer before enjoying a day of community celebration..

Event Details The Memorial Day 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk takes place on Monday, May 25, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia. It is organized by the Community Access Network (CAN) and is the seventh race in the 2026 Lynchburg Road Runners Race Seri..

Run a scenic but technical loop trail at Sky Meadows. The event features a 5k and 10k, with finisher medals and chip timing. Points count towards multiple race series, and walkers are welcome.

The Old Dominion is a classic 100-mile loop through Virginia's Massanutten Mountains and Shenandoah River Valley. With 14,000 feet of climbing over mixed terrain, it tests endurance against a 24-hour clock. It's a key event in the Grand Sla..

A community 5K on June 6, 2026 at High Bridge Trail State Park with an out and back route across the half mile High Bridge. Proceeds support park programs and participants receive a hat and finisher medal.

Four race distances run on a USATF certified trail in Covington, Virginia, following an old railroad bed along the Jackson River. Mostly crushed gravel with light hills, on-course wildlife, finishers' medals, and awards for top overall and..

Event Overview The Fauquier Education Farm 5K and Fun Run is a fundraising event for the Fauquier Education Farm, a 501(c)(3) organization. The organization's mission is to advance agriculture through education and best practice farming. It..

A night trail event on High Bridge Trail State Park near Farmville VA offering 50K, half marathon and 5K options including hiker and family entries. The course follows an old rail trail with aid stations, chip timing and a cupless policy.

The High Bridge Challenge pairs the Freight Train and Night Train on High Bridge Trail in Farmville, VA. Runners can combine distances across four combo options and receive a special handcrafted award for completing both races.

Wine 4 Wildlife 4 Miler is a four mile vineyard event in Goodview VA with on-site and virtual options. Winners are chosen by closeness to a predicted finish time and all finishers receive a wine-stopper medal redeemable for a free glass.

Run on the flat, scenic dirt trails of Leopold's Preserve in this 5k and 10k event. Participants receive a medal, shirt, and chip timing, with points counting towards several annual series. A virtual race option is also available.

A cross-country 5k and 10k at Albemarle CiderWorks featuring chip timing, a finisher medal, technical shirt and a glass of cider; proceeds support Rikki's Refuge.

A trail race day at Douthat State Park offering 50K, marathon, half marathon and six mile options with looped courses, significant elevation gain, stocked aid stations and chip timing.