Elgin
Trail Running Calendar near Elgin 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Elgin for 2026-2027! We've gathered 31 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Tough Mudder Chicago on August 29, 2026 at Richardson Adventure Farm offers 5K, 15K and an 8 hour Infinity course with multiple obstacles and a Mudder Village.
September 2026
Half marathon and 10K through Danada Forest Preserve on crushed limestone trails, USATF certified, chip timed with finisher medals and pacers for the half marathon.
Turbo Trot in Geneva offers a 2.5 mile run, a 1 mile kids race and a mini road race rally for ages 3 to 8, with shirts, awards and a scholarship fundraiser.
A 30 minute run or walk up Mt. Hoy in Blackwell Forest Preserve, Warrenville IL, with proceeds funding two years of housing through Bridge Communities.
A one-mile color run or walk at Montessori School of Lemont with a color-splashed t-shirt, eco-friendly confetti, and proceeds supporting outdoor learning.
October 2026
Trail run at Saw Wee Kee Park on October 17, 2026, over soft, twisting trails with variable footing. Bib-timed waves, part of a four-race series with collectible medal pieces and seasonal swag.
Autumn race at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove with a 10K, two 5K options including a 250 turn corn maze, and a 1 mile family adventure, plus finisher medals.
A nighttime trail event in Pingree Grove, Illinois featuring multiple 5K heats through haunted sets with animatronics and actors, plus a costume contest, bonfire, live entertainment and food.
Trail races at Deer Grove Forest Preserve on Oct 24, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 5-mile options on a runnable 5.5 mile loop with stocked aid stations and cash prizes.
November 2026
A 3-mile cross-country race at the MacNider course in Schaumburg on November 8, 2026, with separate women's and men's races, optional team scoring, pre-race packet pickup, and a $25 registration fee.
Trail races at Wolf Road Woods with 8 mile two loop and 4 mile one loop options, post race chili and craft brews, plus age group and overall awards.
A Thanksgiving 5K on the Green Bay Trail at Winnetka Train Station featuring rolling start waves, a family division, packet pickup before race day, post-race refreshments, and support for local charities.
January 2027
Winter trail race in Crystal Lake with a hilly single-track 10K loop and a 50K made of five laps, staffed aid stations, finisher medals, and age-group awards.