Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A multi day trail event at Tickfaw State Park near Springfield, LA, offering distances from 3 miles to 150 miles on a river loop with aid stations, camping and cabin lodging, food including vegan options, and distance based awards and swag.

Kick off a festive season with the first My Resolution 5K and 10K on December 12 in San Antonio, featuring loose sand courses that turn every stride into an adventure. Celebrate at the finish with s'mores, hot cocoa and live music.

A low cost, low key set of long-distance races in Maple Valley, WA on Dec 12, 2026, with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options and limited on-course support in a grassroots atmosphere.

On Dec 12 Run Caney in Minden LA invites runners to tackle 5K, 6 mile and 12 mile loops around Upper Caney Lake on gentle, beginner friendly trails in Kisatchie National Forest. Overall winners earn awards and age group winners get handmade..

Join Medal Madness on December 12, 2026 at Ephram White Park in Bowling Green for a festive 5K, 10K or half marathon on scenic gravel out and back loops. Expect finisher medals, a gear shop, awards and a best costume contest.

Free 17 mile run on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Damascus in December 2026. The event is cup-less with collapsible cups available at packet pickup and aid stations; hot drinks and snacks are provided at the finish.

Celebrate the season at Vail Jingle Trail in Tucson with a festive 5K and Santa's Little Helper 1K, course decorations, themed shirts, and awards. Enjoy cheering from Mica Mountain Cross Country and holiday fun for all ages.

Run a scenic 13.1 mile loop through Chain O'Lakes State Park at the Ignite Trail Marathon on December 12, 2026; choose one loop for the half or two for the full. Expect three aid stations, local support, and rugged trail charm.

The Jingle Trails will take place in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity on Saturday 12 December 2026. You can run between 5 and 20 kilometers.

A holiday-themed trail event in Helen, GA featuring a hilly half marathon with about 2,000 feet of climbing and a walker-friendly 10K. Swag is offered with guaranteed items for registrations by November 1.

Trail races at Crowders Mountain on December 12, 2026, offer 100 mile, 100K, 50 mile, marathon and half marathon distances on repeated looped routes with aid stations, specified elevation gains, and pacer rules.

Trail races in Pittsford NY on December 12 2026 offering 15 mile, 10 mile, and 5 mile options. The event serves as a fundraiser for TrailsRoc and includes named course sections such as Hell on roots climb and Ski Hill Climb.

Texmas Trail Race at Buescher State Park in Smithville invites runners, relays and ruckers to scenic single track through the Lost Pines with races up to 104K. Expect full aid, custom medal and great trail views; register Jan 5 at 10 AM CT.

Celebrate the season at the 7th annual Jingle All the Way 5K 10K and Fun Run in Boerne on December 12, 2026, starting at Patrick Heath Amphitheater. Run the scenic Old No. 9 trail and support Transformation House.

Join the Q50 Races 20th Anniversary 5K in Mandeville, LA on December 12 for a festive trail run celebrating 20 years of events. Participants receive anniversary shirts and food, and are invited to bring a toy to benefit the New Orleans Miss..

Trail races at Crystal Cove State Park with 6k, 15k and a Kids 1k course near the beach. The 15k includes technical features and a $2,000 prize purse, with aid stations stocked by Skratch Labs.

Ultra trail races near Norfork, Arkansas on December 12, 2026 offering a 100-mile and a 38-mile (Quirky Turkey) route through rocky, steep Ozark singletrack with multiple creek crossings, marked aid stations, GPX-friendly navigation, and ti..

A trail running event at Cedarock Park on December 12, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon courses across single-track and equestrian trails, with aid stations, hoodie and medal, a free kids race, and age group awards.

Naked Nick is a low fee trail event at Blue Marsh Lake on Dec 13, 2026, offering 25 km and 50 km options on mixed single track and gravel trails. The course is a lollipop loop with multiple aid stations and basic post race food and awards.

Run a scenic 50K two loop course at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach on December 13, 2026, with aid stations and a lively finish. Finishers get a Brooks shirt and medal and can celebrate at a brewery party.