Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Enjoy a festive Jingle Bell Dash 5K in Spring Hill on December 6 with a scenic cross country route at Bishop McLaughlin. Proceeds help build a new track and early registrants get a free race tee while top finishers receive holiday gifts.

Get into the holiday spirit at the Utah Santa Run at Gardner Village with 5K, 10K and half marathon options along the scenic Jordan River Trail. Every entry includes a Santa suit and festive on course treats for a jolly run.

Join Da Deer Run Run at Timber Pointe for scenic trail loops through woods and gravel with 8K and 4K options plus a 3 Hours plus 8K challenge. Enjoy wildlife sightings, chip timing, post race food, and a sweatshirt for many entries.

Run along the scenic San Joaquin River and Millerton Lake at the San Joaquin River Trail event in Friant, California, with 10k, 25k, and 50k options. All finishers get medals and swag, with awards for top finishers and age group winners.

Join the Redmond Reindeer Romp on Dec 6, 2025 at Redmond Watershed Preserve with 5 mile and half marathon options. Run scenic forest trails with gentle hills and earn Winter Trail Series swag.

Holiday themed Reindeer Run in Bossier City, LA on Saturday, December 6, 2025 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options on flat looped courses along the Arthur Ray Teague trail. All finishers receive custom medals and goodie bags, plus..

Shake off the winter chill at the Chilly Trail Run 5K in Haverford on December 6. Enjoy scenic trails, a cozy long sleeve race shirt for pre registered runners and light post race refreshments.

Join a scenic, technical 7 km trail around Church Rock, New Mexico on Dec 6, 2025 with slick rock climbs, sandy descents and cairn marked routes. Proceeds support the Rehoboth Christian High School Track team.

Join the Winter Wonder Run 6K through the scenic trails of Institute Woods in Princeton on Saturday December 6, 2025. Enjoy a crisp cross country course with limited field size for a cozy, community race.

The Redman 9 mile trail race circles Redman Lake in York County on Saturday December 6, 2025, featuring scenic single track, about 1,200 feet of climbing and adventurous water tunnels. Enjoy a mid race aid station, post race snacks and fini..

Join the Paulding Young Life Jingle Jog 5K or family 1K on the flat, tree lined Silver Comet Trail in Dallas, GA. Festive costumes, prizes, and proceeds benefit Paulding Young Life, making this a fun holiday run for all.

Take on the Summit for Life in Aspen on December 6, 2025 with options to race uphill, ride the scenic gondola, or join virtually. Celebrate afterward at the Sundeck with food, live music and awards.

Get festive at the Ugly Sweater 5K in Canajoharie on December 6, 2025, where runners and walkers hit the scenic Erie Canal trail in holiday style. All proceeds support the Community Youth Center and age group prizes add extra fun for racers..

The New Balance RunningLane XC Championships brings high school teams and community runners to John Hunt Cross Country Park in Huntsville on Dec 6, 2025. Race a fast single loop 5k on a spectator friendly course.

Run The Triple C at Woolly Hollow in Greenbrier Arkansas on December 6 for scenic trail courses of 10 miles, 4 miles and a 1 mile fun run through woods, falls and lakeside views. Celebrate a life and support a charitable mission while enjoy..

Join the San Clemente Santa Run on December 6, 2025 for a festive 5K or fun run along the beach, starting at the Pier Bowl. Celebrate with music, an auction and dinner while supporting Lily's Lighthouse and epilepsy research.

Join the Jingle Jog 5K and Santa Stroll on December 6 for a festive trail 5K and family friendly one mile fun run. Dogs welcome, prizes for best dressed and team spirit, with proceeds benefiting the local child advocacy center.

Don an ugly sweater and join the Ugly Sweater XC 5K in Neffsville for a festive run and walk supporting the Manheim Township Cross Country Booster Club. Holiday music, hot chocolate, kids fun run and prizes add to the cheer.

Run up and down the slopes under lights at Tussey Mountain in the King and Queen of Tussey Mountain, a lively one mile during Ullr Fest. Costume entries and awards after the last finisher add festive competition and fun.

Join the MSK Holiday 5K in Kent on Dec 6 for a festive noncompetitive run or walk on the Portage Hike & Bike Trail with start and finish at Bell Tower Brewing. Entry includes a bib, souvenir beer glass, a drink and a $10 local gift card.