Free State
Trail Running Calendar Free State 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in province Free State for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 10 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in province Free State below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
A last person standing trail run and mountain bike event with hourly loops at Boomrits Adventures near Bloemfontein, Free State.
A charity walk, hike and trail run at Koedoeslaagte Trail Park offering 5 km and 11 km routes to raise funds for Palestine through Gift of the Givers.
Obstacle course races and trail runs at Middelwater Farm near Bloemfontein with multiple race distances and a kids category from age six.
A 24-hour lap endurance event at Woodland Hills offering MTB and 4 km trail run laps, solo or three-person relay, limited entries and on-site camping.
September 2026
A multi-distance trail event in Clarens that supports the Clarens Nature Reserve, includes private farm trails, mandatory gear on longer routes and a conservation permit.
October 2026
Charity event at Zuikerkop Country Game Lodge on 10 October 2026 offering trail runs, MTB, tandem skydiving and family activities; proceeds support the local community.
A three-day trail festival at Koranna Getaway in Flora with distances from 5km to 45km, a night run, and a Sunday Jack & Jill mountain sprint.
Trail races in Harrismith on 17 October 2026 offering 30 km (pre-entry, kit required), 15 km and 10 km classes with time-based finisher medals.
November 2026
Trail running at Omdraai Guest Farm near Ficksburg with 5 km, 8 km and 15 km routes, marked courses, water points and a post-run burger and drink.
December 2026
An outdoor obstacle course and trail run at Middelwater Farm near Bloemfontein featuring open-entry 5 km events and a kids race for ages 6 and up.