Trail Running calendar near North Garden 2026-2027

Event Overview The Freight Train Ultra Marathon is a multi-distance trail running event held at High Bridge Trail State Park. It offers a half marathon, 50k, and 100k distance. The event takes place in early May. Course Details All races st..

Event Overview The Trail Running Events at Dominion Energy Riverrock is a series of trail races taking place over three days in May. All events start and finish at the Belle Isle Parking Lot in Richmond, Virginia. The Races Three separate t..

A demanding 100-mile trail ultra through the rocky Massanutten Mountains, featuring over 18,000 feet of climbing. Known for its friendly aid stations and well-marked course, it takes place in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley.

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..

Run or walk a scenic off road 5K course along the Cacapon River and Lewis Farm. This benefit event supports local youth programs while celebrating the Wardensville Spring Fest with local food and creativity.

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..

Experience a scenic loop course through Sky Meadows State Park featuring views of fields and streams. This event offers 5k and 10k distances for both runners and walkers in the heart of Delaplane.

Tackle the historic Old Dominion 100, a classic ultramarathon loop through Virginia's Massanutten Mountains. The challenging course mixes roads and trails with 14,000 feet of climbing. Earn a silver buckle by finishing within 24 hours in th..

Celebrate National Trails Day on a flat, scenic 5k course across the historic High Bridge. This event welcomes runners and walkers, with all proceeds supporting park programs. Every participant gets a hat, finishers earn a medal, and local..

Experience the natural beauty of Virginia at the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon. Run along the Jackson River with spectacular mountain views in a variety of distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K.

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..

Run under the stars on an historic rail trail at High Bridge Trail State Park. Choose from a 50K, half marathon, or 5K, with hiker-friendly and new family options available. Prepare for a hot, cupless race where carrying water is mandatory.

Event Information The High Bridge Challenge involves completing a combination of distances from two separate running events: the Freight Train in May and the Night Train in June. Both events take place on the High Bridge Trail in High Bridg..

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.

Experience the mountain trails of Douthat State Park with four race distances ranging from six miles to a 50K ultra. Runners will navigate waterfalls and climbing sections within the scenic Virginia State Park Adventure Series.

The Event The Grindstone Running Festival by UTMB is a trail running event held in September in Natural Chimneys Park, Virginia. The event takes place in the Shenandoah Valley and its courses pass through the George Washington and Jefferson..

Conquer a challenging 10-mile loop at Seven Bends State Park in this multi-distance trail event. Choose from a 100-miler, 50-miler, 50k, 10-miler, or a Last Man Standing Ruck format. It's a cup-less race where strategy and resilience meet s..

Run or hike the scenic trails of Powhatan State Park along the James River. This event celebrates the native pawpaw fruit with a festival featuring live music. It's a benefit for the Friends of Powhatan State Park.