Yorkville
Trail Running Calendar near Yorkville 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Yorkville for 2026-2027! We've gathered 17 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
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.
Obstacle-course event at The Cliffs Insane Terrain Park in Marseilles IL with 5K and 10K races, ruck divisions, a multi-lap Bearded Challenge, kids course and age-group awards.
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
The Lockport Fire Foundation presents the second annual Fire Zone 5k, a community 5k run and walk on a marked loop of the Forest Preserve trail starting at Hassert Park. Registered participants present on race day receive a t shirt and finisher medal..
A 5K in New Lenox on October 10 held on a cross country course with in person and virtual options to raise funds for men's mental health and suicide prevention.
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.
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.
November 2026
January 2027
A winter trail series at Dick Young Forest Preserve in Batavia featuring 5K, 8K, and 10K races on separate dates in early 2027, with combined registration and a series swag reward program.
February 2027
Trail races at Oakhurst Forest Preserve in Aurora, Illinois, the series includes 5K, 8K, and 10K events in early 2027 with a single registration and series swag rewards; the 8K fee is $65.00.
March 2027
A 10K trail race at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center in St. Charles, IL with a $70 entry fee. The race is part of a winter series that also includes a 5K and 8K and uses a single registration page.
May 2027
Flat out and back half marathon and 10K on the limestone Great Western Trail with a 25 plus year history and proceeds supporting local mental health charities.
June 2027
Trail races at Waubonsee Community College on June 12, 2027 featuring chip timed 5K and 10K options, packet pickup choices, live results, and awards for the fastest female and male finishers.