Mesa
Trail Running Calendar near Mesa 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Mesa for 2026-2027! We've gathered 36 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Six night trail races in Maricopa County parks April to September, with distances from 5 to 75 kilometers, series passes offering a 20 percent discount and points-based awards.
A monthly Friday evening 5K series at Arizona Falls with live chip timing, three collectible desert-themed medals, and a virtual option. The events raise funds for Child Crisis Arizona.
A free community run at Piestewa Peak where participants climb the summit repeatedly during a six hour window. On-course refreshments, giveaways, and Everyday Ultra coaches run alongside participants.
September 2026
An evening 5K series at Arizona Falls with three monthly races that support Child Crisis Arizona. Live events are chip timed with age group awards and raffle prizes, plus a virtual option with collectible medals.
Night trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 7K, 15K, 25K, 50K and 75K on rolling desert single track with stocked aid stations, live tracking, a cupless policy, crew access at the start area, and chip timing.
October 2026
Night trail races at Cave Creek Regional Park offering looped 5K, 11K, 22K and 33K options on desert single track with stocked aid stations, live tracking and a cupless race policy.
A three-race evening 5K series at AZ Falls with chip timing, age group awards, desert-themed medals, and a virtual option. The series raises funds for Child Crisis Arizona and limits each live race to 250 participants.
A multi distance trail event on October 17 that runs inside Cave Creek Regional Park and along the Maricopa Trail, including a 50K that links Lake Pleasant to Cave Creek. Courses are rocky and exposed, cupless with staffed aid stations and shuttle se..
Trail event in Cave Creek AZ on October 17 2026 offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K options as part of a fall series with cupless race policies.
Charity bib entries reserve spots in the Javelina Jundred 100 Mile and 100K races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with fundraising minimums of $4,000 and $3,000. The 100 Mile is a 2027 Western States qualifier and a Golden Ticket race.
A single-loop night race on the Javelina Jundred course, the 31 km Jackass Night Trail mixes desert singletrack, four aid stations, costume fun and glow-in-the-dark atmosphere.
November 2026
Individual trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on November 6-7, 2026 offering Single Loop, 6H Ultra and 24H Ultra options across Sonoran Desert trails.
Two day trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on Nov 6-7, 2026, covering 121 miles with team divisions, onsite camping, and desert scenery.
December 2026
Night trail runs at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 25K, 10M and 5M courses with marked trails, aid stations, chip timing and live tracking.
Trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering distances from 5 miles to 50 miles on marked single track with aid stations, chip timing, and on-site medical support.
An elite track ultrarunning meet in Phoenix on December 19-20, 2026 focused on 24 hour and 100 mile performances. Entry is by invitation or qualification and the event features live timing and prize money.
Across The Years is a six day running festival at Peoria Sports Complex in Peoria, AZ from December 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027. It features fixed time races and fixed distance ultras on a 1.42 mile loop with continuous aid and medical support.