Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Explore a scenic 5 mile loop at Red Tail Roost in Cleveland National Forest with possible snow and ice underfoot. Hot drinks, snacks and photo stops make this a cozy social outing for ages 18 to 35; limited spots available.

Hit the Brooksvale Trails Turkey Trot at Brooksvale Park in Hamden for scenic 5K and 10K trail runs that are friendly to runners and walkers. Enjoy swag and maple bacon donuts while supporting park trails and a local food drive.

Hit the trails at the Harrods Creek Trail Bash with scenic 5K and 10K loop options through meadow and single track. Enjoy a community run that supports park upkeep and snag a long sleeve tee with early registration.

Join a scenic trail 5K or bring kids to a fun run at Hilltop Hanover Farm, a historic working farm and environmental center. This family fun fundraiser gives 5K finishers a $5 farm stand credit and supports the Friends of Hilltop.

Tackle a rolling 8K through the West Hartford Reservoir at the Hartford Track Club 8K Cross Country Challenge on Nov 23, 2025. Enjoy trails, gravel and scenic views as runners vie for age group honors in a fast, fun fall race.

Run a scenic trail half marathon around two glacial lakes and along the Shawangunk Ridge at Minnewaska State Park, with sweeping views into five states. Limited to 300 runners, chip timed with a finisher gift and refreshments.

Run a scenic fall trail through Manassas National Battlefield from The Winery at Bull Run with 5k and 10k options, in person or virtual. Enjoy a postrace glass of wine and a finisher medal while supporting the Manassas Battlefield Trust.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the 21st Annual Catonsville High School XC Turkey Trot with a cross country style 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run in Catonsville, Maryland. Proceeds support the CHS cross country program.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Birds of a Feather Trail Trot with scenic 2 Mile and 5K trail runs for timed racers and fun runners. Family friendly kids races, shirts, photos and donations support local food pantries.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the XC Classic on Nov 27 at Reid Park, Tucson, featuring a cross country 5K and 1.5 mile fun run. Enjoy grassy hay bale turns and holiday spirit while supporting Team Hoyt Arizona and Toys for Tots.

Join the Hutto Turkey Trail Trot and Pajama Drive on Thanksgiving morning for 1.1 and 3.1 mile trail runs on dirt paths. Bring new youth pajamas to support The Pajama Program and help maintain Hippo Trails.

Kick off Thanksgiving in Vineland with the South Vineland Thanksgiving Run, a fun 3 mile cross country style course at Anthony Campanella Park. Family friendly, competitive awards, proceeds support the Friends of Vineland Public Library.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Zoom Turkey Trot in San Jose at Hellyer Park with a USATF certified half, 10K, 5K and kids runs, plus t shirts and finisher medals. Flat, fast courses and stocked aid stations welcome all abilities.

Join the 15th annual High Country Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving in Boone for scenic 5k and 10k trail races, a paved 5k fun run, live DJ and custom race shirts and finisher medals. Proceeds support Hospitality House of Northwest N.C.

Join Feast and Feathers on Thanksgiving morning at Lake Cunningham in Omaha for trail races from the half marathon to a kids race while supporting Food Bank for the Heartland. All proceeds support the food bank.

Run in the Turkey Trot St. Paul on Nov 27 at Upper Landing Park, live 6K and 10K or virtual 5K, 10K and half marathon to benefit the Open Door food shelf. Finishers get a tech shirt and medal while teams compete for prizes.

Celebrate the season with the Jackson 5k Turkey Trot and kids 1k on scenic trails in Jackson, New Hampshire. This family friendly event brings the community together while raising funds for Jackson Grammar School and Girls on the Run.

Join the Roxbury Thanksgiving Charity Race, a scenic 5K in Roxbury, Connecticut, starting and finishing at Everett B. Hurlburt Community Park. Run or walk to celebrate the season and support local causes.

Join the 14th annual FGCU Gobbler on Thanksgiving at FGCU Alico Arena for a festive 5K, 1 mile, or Tot Trot to support FGCU Cross Country. Fun for the whole family with a campus course, awards, and donation options.

Enjoy back to back trail racing at Stony Creek Metropark on Nov 27 and 28 with distances from 2 mile to half marathon and a two day bundle that earns two connecting medals. Expect leaf strewn dirt trails, hills and festive post race swag.