Wild Awakening - Palatine, IL

Run the MacNider cross country course in Schaumburg on Nov 9 at the Fast Track Cross Country Open, with separate men's and women's races over a scenic 3.05 mile looped grass course. A great fall test for solo racers and teams alike.

Tackle rugged trails and a fun creek crossing at the Big Timber XC Challenge in Elgin. Choose 3 mile, 5 mile or a kids fun run, enjoy pancakes and a finisher woodallion, and support local youth organizations.

Join the Winnetka Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning for a fun 5k on the Green Bay Trail with Family Trot and Speedy Trotters divisions and a rolling start. Festive vibes, kids get #1 medal and proceeds support local charities.

Join Brooks Northeast XC Championships at Franklin Park Boston on Nov 29, 2025 for spirited 3K and 5K cross country races for youth, high school and open runners. Fast courses and team pricing make it a great day for racers and families.

Take on the 50K MASHUP SLAM, a Midwest trail series that spans eight scenic events and rewards runners who finish five races with a special finisher buckle. Top series placers earn awards at the final G.O.A.T.z or Miner 49'er event.

Challenge winter single track trails at Veteran Acres and Sterne's Woods in Crystal Lake on a triple black diamond course offering 50K, 10K and relays. The 50K is five laps of a 10K loop with a warm Gnome Depot serving hot food and coffee.