Trail Running calendar near Palmyra 2026-2027

A trail race of about 3.9 miles with 860 ft of elevation gain and loss on Bucks Elbow Mountain at Mint Springs Valley Park in Crozet, VA. Finishers receive a T shirt and awards are given overall and by age group.

Freight Train in Farmville VA on May 9, 2026 offers 100K, 50K and a new half marathon on a relatively flat rail trail that crosses High Bridge twice. The 100K has a 19 hour limit and all finishers receive handcrafted pottery awards.

Experience four distinct trail races across Charlottesville and Crozet in this summer series. Compete for age group awards and finisher shirts while running through scenic venues like Mint Springs and Pen Park.

Three trail races in Richmond across Belle Isle and the James River waterfront: a chip timed 5K, a 10K through riverfront trails, and a 13.1 mile urban single track half marathon with riverbank terrain and skyline views.

A 100 mile trail ultramarathon in the Massanutten Mountains near Fort Valley, VA, run on rocky trails with over 18,000 feet of ascent and a 36 hour cutoff. Start and finish are at Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp; entry is open.

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..

A trail-focused, approximately 10 km scramble along the James River with roots, gravel and low-hanging branches. Self-serve cup-less water stops require personal hydration; wave starts are used and prizes go to the top three overall finishe..

A roughly 13.1 mile trail half marathon along the James River in Richmond, featuring single track, bridges and riverbank scenery. Wave starts control trail volume; entries include a finisher shirt and chip-timed bib.

The Memorial Day 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk in Lynchburg features a 10 km race and a 2 mile walk supporting local families affected by Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Community Access Network hosts the event as part of the 2026 Lynchburg Road Runner..

A loop race at Sky Meadows State Park on May 31, 2026, offering 5 km and 10 km in-person distances plus virtual entry options, with a scenic course around Turners Pond featuring fields and streams.

Experience the FXBG Trail 5 Miler at Motts Run Reservoir in Fredericksburg. This five mile trail race features three distinct climbs and over 300 feet of elevation gain along a scenic and flowing course.

A measured 100 mile loop through the Massanutten Mountains near Fort Valley, Virginia, featuring 14 significant climbs and mixed terrain. Runners have 24 hours to earn the silver buckle and 28 hours to finish.

A community 5K on High Bridge Trail State Park featuring a flat, out and back course across the half mile High Bridge. Online registration, family pricing, and parking details are provided with proceeds supporting park programs.

A cross-country 5k and 1 Mile at Merrie Mill Farm and Vineyard in Keswick, VA on June 7, 2026. Post-race participants have access to a reserved cabana and a gift basket raffle with at least a $200 prize.

A night trail event in Prince William Forest Park featuring a 50 mile race made of two 25 plus mile loops, plus 25 mile and 10 mile options. The course is mostly single track with staffed aid stations and defined crew and pacer rules.

A community 5K and 1 mile Fun Run in Warrenton, VA that raises funds for Fauquier Education Farm, a 501(c)(3) that advances agricultural education and donates its harvest to local food banks.

An endurance event at Loch Lothian on June 13 and 14, 2026 where runners complete a 4.14 mile loop each hour. The race benefits the Semper Fi Fund and awards a cash prize and the Sword of Honor to the last runner standing.

A night trail event on the High Bridge Trail in Farmville offering 50K, half and 5K distances, chip timing and family options. The course follows a historic rail trail, finishes over the bridge, and requires runners to carry water.

A cumulative event pairing Night Train and Freight Train at High Bridge Trail State Park with multiple combined-distance options and a $15 Challenge fee that supports trail maintenance. Finish both distances in the same year to earn a uniqu..

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.