Tempe
Trail Running Calendar near Tempe 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Tempe for 2026-2027! We've gathered 39 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
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 event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with five distances, rolling desert single track, stocked aid stations, live tracking and a cupless race policy.
October 2026
Night trail running at Cave Creek Regional Park with 33K, 22K, 11K and 5K looped courses, stocked aid stations, drop bags, and live tracking.
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.
Trail running in Cave Creek Regional Park and on the Maricopa Trail with 50K, 24K, 11K and 5K options, aid stations, chip timing and live split tracking.
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 31 km night loop on the Javelina Jundred course at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with themed aid stations, a Jackass Junction party, and costume friendly night running.
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.
Obstacle course races at Phoenix Raceway on Nov 21 and 22, 2026, featuring Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km, kids races and spectator access.
December 2026
A night trail race at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 25K, 10 Mile, and 5 Mile courses with marked trails, aid stations, and drop bag service.
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 invitational ultrarunning meet at Camelback High School featuring a 24 Hour timed event and a 100 Mile race on a 400 meter track.
A six-day running festival at Peoria Sports Complex with fixed-time races, fixed-distance ultras, a 1.42-mile loop, 24/7 aid and medical support.