Trail Running calendar near Glendale 2026-2027

Trail races on a 5-mile loop at Veterans Acres in Crystal Lake, IL, offering 50K, 15-mile, and 5-mile options with a single major aid station, age-group awards, an 8-hour cutoff, and packet pickup the day before and race day.

A looped trail event at Deer Grove Forest Preserve in Palatine, IL offering 10K, 25K, 50K and 50 mile distances on mostly wide, non-technical trails with a single aid station at the start and finish.

Experience a unique chip timed race in Belgium featuring road and trail sections through Harrington Beach State Park. Choose between a fast 5k road course, a 10k hybrid trail run, or a scenic half marathon with Lake Michigan views.

Experience a flexible trail series in the Kettle Moraine Forest featuring seven races with open start times, live music, and handcrafted finisher medals.

The Prickly Pine Jackpot 24 Hour offers timed running events in the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest. Runners choose from three different loop distances to build their mileage, with cash jackpots for top solo and relay finishers. Amenitie..

Experience an illuminated night obstacle race in Mchenry featuring torch lit trails and technical rigs. Participants can enjoy live entertainment and bonfires after completing their 5k or unlimited lap challenge.

Test your discipline in this 6 hour trail challenge where you must complete a 5K every hour to stay in the race. Earn unique patches and medals while navigating the natural terrain of Deer Grove East.

A classic Midwest ultra on varied glacial terrain offering 50-mile, 50K and half-marathon options with scheduled training runs, a strict no-transfer policy and on-site medical support.

A low-impact trail event at Lapham Peak Park offering distances from a Kiddos 1K to a half marathon, with ruck and walk options, cupless aid stations, and proceeds benefiting Tall Pines Conservancy.

Experience the spring blooms at Bristol Woods County Park during this hilly trail run and hike. Support local environmental education while navigating scenic dirt paths through the Pringle Nature Center.

Big Climb Wisconsin on May 16, 2026 in Madison is a team-based stadium climb that features stairs, ramps, and concourses. The event honors patients and survivors and awards participants a finisher medal while supporting efforts against bloo..

Join the free Dirt Circus community running festival in Crystal Lake on May 30, 2026. Choose between a 4.3-mile or 6.8-mile social group run, then enjoy a festival with food, an expo of local brands, and a raffle. Meet race directors and co..

Backyard Nonsense is a timed trail event with 24, 12, 6, and 3 hour options in the Richard Bong State Recreation Area. Run as far as you want on rolling hills near Vern Wolf Lake. The event is organized by CUSS Running, which has specific p..

An annual trail ultra held each June with 100 mile, 100k, 50k and 38 mile options; much of the course runs on the Ice Age Trail. Registration for 2026 is by Ultrasignup lottery with a waitlist and early-invite options.

A Spartan Trail event on a scenic segment of the Ice Age Trail near Rice Lake in Whitewater, WI. Distances include 50K, half marathon and 10K, and the trail terrain ranges from smooth to technical.

Multi distance endurance event at Camp Sinawa near Valders, WI offering 24 hour, 15.5 hour, 8 hour, 6 hour and dusk to dawn formats on a 4.5 mile loop with 330 ft gain per lap.

This cross country run on July 4th in Williams Bay offers a 5K on grass trails through the Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. A kids' quarter-mile event is also available. Registration is online only, with awards for top age-group finishers.

Trail run and walk at Lapham Peak State Forest on July 11, 2026 supporting prairie management; first 100 participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and run winners receive awards. Day of registration is at Lapham Lodge and a park sticker o..

Cliff Runner 10K on July 19, 2026 in Sherwood, WI is a 10K trail run on mostly single track with rocks, roots, boulders and over 500 feet of elevation gain. Registration includes a T shirt and finisher medal and a share of proceeds supports..

This 10k walk/run explores the trails of Kettle Moraine State Forest in Wisconsin. It's a cup-less event with water refills and snacks provided. A portion of donations supports The Salvation Army.