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Trail Running Calendar near Vail 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Vail for 2026-2027! We've gathered 14 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026
Oct
4
Su

Catalina State Park 50-Year Trail Race

Trail Run 5 km 9 mi
Two trail races at Catalina State Park in Tucson on October 4 2026, with a 9.3 mile out and back on the 50 Year Trail and a 5K on the Nature and Bridal Trails.
November 2026
Nov
7
Sa

Pecan Classic 10K

Trail Run 5 km 10 km
Pecan Classic is an orchard run offering 5K and 10K distances in early November, staged where pecan trees are ready for harvest. The event is hosted by Farmers Investment CO and donates proceeds to a local non profit.
Nov
8
Su

Everyone Runs Catalina State Park 10 Mile

Road Race Trail Run 5 km 5 mi 11 mi
Trail races of 10.6 and 5.3 miles plus a 5K road run at Catalina State Park with on site breakfast, free photos, shirts, and age group awards.
Nov
26
Th

Thanksgiving XC Classic 5K

Trail Run 2 mi 5 km
Experience a European style cross country course with hay bales and grass loops at Tucson’s original Thanksgiving turkey trot in Reid Park.
December 2026
Dec
5
Sa

Colossal Vail 50/50

Trail Run Half Marathon 55 km 50 mi
Trail ultra around Colossal Cave Mountain Park near Vail with 50 Mile, 55K and half marathon options on scenic sections of the Arizona Trail.
Dec-Mar
5-6
Sa

Southern Arizona Triple 50

Trail Run 150 mi
A season challenge to finish three 50-mile trail ultras on the Arizona Trail, with proceeds benefiting the Arizona Trail Association and a custom finisher garment.
Dec
12
Sa

Vail Jingle Trail

Trail Run 3 mi
Join a holiday tradition in Tucson with 5k and 1k runs starting at the Mica Mountain High School track. Support Toys for Tots by bringing a donation while navigating a varied cross country course.
January 2027
Jan
10
Su

Beyond Saguaro National Park West

Trail Run 4 mi
Free non competitive 4 mile and 1 mile runs through Saguaro National Park West on Jan 10 2027 with a 300 participant limit and an out and back dirt road course.
Jan
23
Sa

Empire Ranch Run

Trail Run 3 mi 10 km
Empire Ranch Trail Run in Sonoita AZ offers 10K, 5K and family one mile courses on historic ranch grounds while raising funds to support the Empire Ranch Foundation.
February 2027
Feb
13
Sa

Sonoita Vineyards Wine Run

Trail Run 5 km
Sonoita Vineyards hosts an annual winery run on February 13, 2027, with 5K and 1.5 mile options and two start waves. Registration includes a t-shirt, collapsible wine glass, finisher medal and a pour of wine.
Feb
21
Su

Old Tucson Trail Run 8-Mile

Trail Run 4 mi 8 mi
Run through a legendary western film set and the rugged Tucson Mountain Park. Choose between 8 mile, 4 mile, or family friendly 1 mile distances featuring desert trails and historic movie streets.
March 2027
Mar
6
Sa

Old Pueblo Endurance Runs

Trail Run 50 km 50 mi
Trail ultramarathon in Sonoita, Arizona offering 50 mile and 50K races on the flanks of the Santa Rita Mountains along the Arizona Trail.
April 2027
Apr
4
Su

AZT Vail Scramble

Trail Run 10 km 13 mi 26 mi
Trail marathon, half marathon and 10K in Vail AZ on April 4, 2027 along the Arizona Trail with bus transport to starts and a common finish at Gabe Zimmerman Trailhead.
Apr
10
Sa

Sabino Canyon Sunset Run

Trail Run 2 mi 7 mi
Sabino Canyon Sunset Run in Sabino Canyon near Tucson features a 7.4 mile race with a pace cutoff and a 2 mile fun run; both distances include a race shirt, postrace food, and awards for the 7.4 mile event.
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