Edwardsville
Trail Running Calendar near Edwardsville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Edwardsville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 16 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Timed 6 hour and 3 hour runs on a 1.01 Mile loop around the Watershed Nature Center in Edwardsville, IL. The event limits entries, requires lights after sunset, and posts live results during the event.
Trail races at the Lewis and Clark Trailhead near St Charles include a 13.1 miles half plus separate 8 miles and 5 miles loops. Aid stations offer water and Tailwind and each runner receives a reusable cup at packet pickup.
September 2026
An open 5K running event in Forest Park, Saint Louis, on 12 September 2026 with a $15 entry fee; the festival also features high school cross country competition and open registration from 23 April 2026.
A 5K trail run or walk at Patriot's Park in Greenville on 09/26/2026 focused on community support for children and families affected by childhood cancer, with registration open 03/02/2026 and a $35 fee.
Run the scenic Katy Trail with 5k 10k or half marathon options followed by a celebration at The Wine Cafe featuring whiskey sampling coffee and local donuts in St. Charles.
October 2026
A repeating loop backyard ultra at the New Town amphitheater in Saint Charles, Missouri, with a 4.17 mile runner loop and a 2.6 mile ruck division that includes weight minimums. Race proceeds support MSMDS research.
An annual open 5K at Jefferson Barracks Park in Saint Louis held alongside the Hancock Cross Country Invitational. The race welcomes all ages; registration opens August 1, 2026, with a $15 fee and closes on race day.
November 2026
December 2026
A 7.8 mile trail run through Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton, IL on 12/12/2026 with packet pickup, pre race coffee and post race awards held in the park lodge. The event is planned to run in most weather conditions.
January 2027
A winter trail event at Creve Coeur Park with 1 mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon options, finishers receive a shirt and medal, and a portion of proceeds benefits the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.
April 2027
June 2027
A 5K, 10K and half marathon along the Katy Trail and Frontier Park in historic downtown St Charles, with post race awards and a festival style finish area.
July 2027
Rockin' Riverfest on July 3, 2027 at Frontier Park in St Charles offers 5K, 10K, a 5K Fun Run Walk and a 13.1 miles half along the Katy Trail and riverside single track with on course aid stations and race amenities.
Multiple distances along the Katy Trail and Missouri River at Frontier Park, with chip timing, aid stations, finisher medals and festival atmosphere.