Kansas City
Trail Running Calendar near Kansas City 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Kansas City 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.
September 2026
A 5k obstacle course event in Bonner Springs, Kansas on September 5, 2026, hosted at ZIP KC with an entry option listed at USD 45.26.
A 5K terrain run with road and trail sections in Leavenworth, Kansas on September 6, 2026. A virtual 3.1 mile option is available and the registration fee is $35.
Weekly Monday evening trail runs at Shawnee Mission Park with 2.5 and 4.5 mile loops, female led and inclusive, with paved options when dirt is wet.
A trail 5K at Kill Creek Park with separate youth and standard entries, packet pick-up in Shawnee and Olathe, and age-group awards for top finishers.
Trail races of 50k, 25k, and 12k at Wyandotte County Lake Park in Kansas City KS on mostly single-track trails with post-race food and event swag.
October 2026
A roughly 10 km trail race in Olathe KS organized by Team Sparkle, cupless with clock timing and water aid; part of a six race Tour de Trail series.
November 2026
About a 10K trail race at Shawnee Mission Park South in Shawnee KS on November 14 2026, organized by Team Sparkle with part of entry fees donated to Urban Trail Co.
A self-timed trail fundraiser in Smithville, Missouri offering a 5K trail run/walk and a 1.25 mile family fun run. The route includes campground roads, Lake Remote trails, varied footing, wildlife sightings, and nature stations.
Thanksgiving morning at English Landing Park with a professionally timed 5K and a 2 mile family walk supporting local parks and animal shelter.
A five mile club run at Shelter 14, Wyandotte County Lake Park in Kansas City often held in late November as a Turkey Trot style event.
January 2027
A well-marked, hilly 10-mile trail loop at Wyandotte County Lake Park with limited aid, chili-themed awards, timed results, and a 100-runner field.
February 2027
Looped trail event in Kansas City with 10 mile, 20 mile and 50K options on rocky, hilly single-track; field limited to 190 participants.