Kansas City
Trail Running Calendar near Kansas City 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Kansas City for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A trail 10K in Olathe, KS on October 17, 2026 organized by Team Sparkle with water-only aid, a cupless policy, and a portion of entry fees donated to Urban Trail Co.
November 2026
A roughly 10 km trail race at Shawnee Mission Park South organized by Team Sparkle, cupless with water only aid stations and a $5 per entry donation to Urban Trail Co.
Wilderness Run at Shoal Creek Living History Museum in Hodge Park features 2 mile and 5 mile cross-country courses through fields, wooded paths, and a historic village.
A self-timed trail fundraiser on November 26, 2026 in Smithville offering a 5K trail and a 1.25 mile fun run to support New Hope Christian School.
Thanksgiving morning at English Landing Park with a professionally timed 5K and a 2 mile family walk supporting local parks and animal shelter.
A 5-mile lollipop trail race on the Chupacabra Trail at Wyandotte County Lake Park in Kansas City, KS, with post-race food and participant socks.
January 2027
A hilly 10 mile trail run in Kansas City with limited aid, timing, chili and unique awards, limited to 100 entrants.
February 2027
Trail race in Kansas City, KS on Feb 20, 2027 offering 50K, 20M and 10M loop courses on technical single track with aid stations and postrace chili.
June 2027
A family-friendly 5K mud run at Valley Speedway in Kansas City on June 12, 2027 featuring obstacles, mud pits, slides, and a lively pre-party with music.
September 2027
A multi-discipline adventure race at Kill Creek Park with a 2 hour on foot course and a 6 hour course featuring trekking, mountain biking, paddling, and map navigation.