Trail Running calendar near Waukesha 2025-2026

Last Dot Standing at Belleville, Wisconsin, organized by Ten Junk Miles Racing, kicks off at Belleville Community Park. The LMS format features a 4.2-mile out-and-back course between Belleville and Dot's Tavern, a 70-year-old tavern off the trail; each leg must be completed in one hour, with the nex..

Fallinline 125 is a two-day ultramarathon in Greenbush, Wisconsin, run through the Kettle Moraine State Forest along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Limited to 75 entrants, the main 132-mile event features aid stations and a 48-hour, 46-minute time limit, offering a grueling, scenic challenge acr..

Half Day at the Lake is a unique ultra-running event held in Evanston, Illinois, featuring 6- and 12-hour race options. The race takes place on a scenic 2-mile loop along Chicago’s north shore lakefront path, passing through Evanston’s lakefront and Northwestern University’s campus. The course is a..

The DIRWIN DASH, A Bearded Bash is a 5K run/walk event held annually at Fox River Park in Waukesha, Wisconsin, honoring the memory of Dave Irwin, a beloved guidance counselor and cross country enthusiast. The race features a scenic trail course through the woods, offering a refreshing alternative to..

The Fall Trail Classic 2.0 is a trail running event held at Marengo Ridge Conservation Area in Marengo, Illinois. It features two races on the same day: a 4-mile run through oak and hickory woodlands, small stream bridges, and restored prairie trails, and a 7-mile run that includes the 4-mile loop p..

The Lapham Peak Colorama Run/Walk is an annual fall running event held at Lapham Peak State Forest in Delafield, Wisconsin. Celebrating its 36th year in 2025, the event features 5K and 10K races on wide, well-groomed ski and hiking trails. The 5K course tours the park's middle level, while the 10K f..

The Trail Run At Indian Lake takes place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Indian Lake County Park in Cross Plains, WI (8183 State Highway 19). Registration for the 2025 race is open. Listed entry fees are shown as $30 or $20, with a youth price of $10 for ages 0-20. A free kids run is offered and d..

The Milwaukee Beer Run 5k & .05k takes place in Glendale, Wisconsin, at the Bavarian Bierhaus. The event features a 5k Beer Run/Walk (3.1 miles) and a 54-yard .05k Beer Run/Walk, with a virtual option for remote participants. The course is an out-and-back run along the tree-lined Oak Leaf Trail, fin..

Farmer Ken's Pumpkin Dash 5K takes place in Franksville, Wisconsin (53126). It is a 5K trail run along a grass/dirt path set beside corn and other farm fields, offering a scenic rural landscape. The course runs through agricultural surroundings, giving runners a scenic, rustic experience.Participant..

Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll is held in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, on a scenic 125-acre private property featuring tree-lined paths, wildflowers, prairie grass, ponds, and vibrant fall colors. The event offers a 5K, a half marathon, and a family-friendly 1-mile walk/roll loop with gentle hill..

Des Plaines River Trail Races is an endurance trail event held in Lake County, Illinois, starting and finishing at Half Day Forest Preserve. The program features a Half Marathon, Marathon (Boston Qualifier), 50K, and 50 Mile ultra. Runners traverse a 100% trail course on a fast, flat crushed gravel..

Wiglorious Day is a Southern Kettle Duathlon held at Lapham Peak State Park in Delafield, Wisconsin. The event includes three distances: a 5-mile run, a 5-mile bike, and a final 5-mile run, with options for solo competition or 2- or 3-person relays (Soulo, or teams). The run takes place on wide, gro..

Race For Open Space is a West Bend, Wisconsin trail running event at Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation's Fox Hill Nature Preserve. It offers a 5K trail run, a 10K trail run (two loops), a 1-mile trail walk, and a 5K for ages 18 & under. The course traverses deciduous forest, restored prairieland,..

Soul Crusher is a trail-running event in Crystal Lake, Illinois, offering 5- and 10-mile options. Runners navigate single-track forest trails through Veteran Acres and Sternes Woods, with a course described as challenging, fun, and bone-decorated. The start line sits in the middle of the park at a s..

The Over The Vines Wine Run/Walk is held at Over the Vines Vineyard & Wine Barn in Edgerton, Wisconsin. This event offers a 5K timed run, a 5K untimed walk, and a 2K untimed walk, all on a scenic trail featuring grass, gravel, and compacted dirt terrain. Participants must be 21 or older and enjoy fo..

Howl-o-ween 5k – Schaumburg takes place in Rolling Meadows, IL at Busse Woods. This pet-friendly 5k run/walk follows a scenic, paved, flat out-and-back Busse Woods Trail and is timed by J3 Timing with live results. The event supports animal charities, featuring Fetching Tails Foundation as a partner..

Among the Trees is an ultramarathon event held in Dousman, Wisconsin, featuring 100k and 50k race distances. Set within the scenic Southern Kettle Moraine Forest along the historic Ice Age Trail, the course offers runners a challenging and picturesque experience amid vibrant fall colors. Both races..

ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races are held at Lovelace Park in Evanston, IL. The event features a three-lap, 3.5-mile cross-country course that weaves hills, open fields and varied terrain, offering a challenging run for individuals and teams. Races are open to runners forming teams of th..

Elver Park Trail Run is held at Elver Park in Madison, WI. The event features 10K, 5K Run/Walk, and a free 1K Kids Fun Run led by a friendly animal. All races begin and end behind the Main Shelter; the 5K uses the western half while the 10K continues to the east for its second half, with clear cours..

Bristol Woods Trail Run takes place in Bristol, Wisconsin at Bristol Woods County Park, hosted at the Pringle Nature Center (9800 160th Ave). The event offers a 5K Trail Run and a 2 Mile Walk, plus junior versions for participants 18 and under. The course runs along the park’s trails, described as a..