British Columbia
Trail Running Calendar British Columbia 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in British Columbia for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 103 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in British Columbia below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
A fundraising stadium climb at BC Place in Vancouver on October 24, 2026 with single and double bowl options and set registration and fundraising requirements.
Kal Park 9K in Coldstream BC is a 9.2 km loop trail with 300 m of elevation gain, held as race 5 of the Interior Running Association Trail Series on October 25 2026.
A fundraiser Backyard Ultra (Lite) in Otway with Recreation and Almost an Ultra classes, 3.35 km loops, age categories, prizes, music and on-site amenities.
Loop the Vedder is a trail event in Chilliwack offering a 21 km half marathon, a 10 km and a 1 km kids run. The loop follows the Vedder River with gravel and single track sections, aid stations and community donations to local trails.
A Halloween-themed event at Swangard Stadium with a chip-timed 5K and a 400 m Mini Monster Dash for children, including medals and post race refreshments.
Cross country races for all ages at Garry Point Park in Richmond on October 31 2026, including a Track Rascals Pumpkin Run and preordered souvenir socks.
November 2026
Trail half marathon, 10 km and 5 km at Sasamat Trail on November 1, 2026, supporting first responders with fundraising, team options, medals and chip timing.
A three-loop trail race in Kelowna covering about 8.4 km with roughly 100 m of elevation as the sixth race in the Interior Running Association series.
Trail half marathon plus 10 km and 5 km options in Pacific Spirit Regional Park with team and charity fundraising categories, start and finish by Sasamat Reservoir.
Winter trail races in Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve with 12K, 19.5K and 25K on groomed and technical trails, stocked aid stations, and a local food drive.
Muddy 2 km and 5 km fun runs on Bowen Island with forest obstacles, costumes, prizes and proceeds supporting Island Pacific School bursaries.
December 2026
A not competitive holiday challenge in Vancouver where teams of four navigate False Creek, complete 12 festive challenges, collect stamps and finish with a Secret Santa.
Trail event at Grouse Mountain on 12/31/2026 offering two in-person races of 10 and 50 miles plus a 10-mile virtual challenge. Registration opens 12/31/2025; fees range from $50 to $120.
January 2027
FatShoe on January 9, 2027 in Vernon BC features fat bike, snowshoe and team duathlon options on the Silver Star Mountain Resort trails.
February 2027
Trail races in Port Moody around Sasamat and Buntzen lakes with 13 km and 25 km routes, technical trail sections, aid stations and a non timed kids race.
Winter trail event in Stanley Park on February 21, 2027 with 2 km, 5 km and 10 km routes; dogs welcome and proceeds support BC & Alberta Guide Dogs.
An out and back trail event on the Fort to Fort Trail in Fort Langley offering 5K 10K and half marathon distances with chip timing and a custom medal. The course runs through Derby Reach Provincial Park along the Fraser River.
March 2027
Season's Edge Trail Run in Vernon BC features 6 km and 10 km routes on North Okanagan single track with rolling terrain and fall colours on March 6 2027.
Experience a rugged trail race through mossy forests and coastal bluffs on Hornby Island with challenging 25 km and 50 km courses.