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Trail Running Calendar near Charlotte 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Charlotte for 2026-2027! We've gathered 29 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

December 2026
Dec
11
Fr

Night Owl

Trail Run Walk 5 km
Night Owl at Anne Springs Close Greenway is a nighttime trail event at Lake Haigler with a timed 5K, an untimed 5K Hike Challenge, and a 1 mile Fun Run plus firepits.
Dec
12
Sa

Beast Of The East 100

Trail Run Half Marathon Marathon ... 100 km 100 mi
A multi-distance trail race at Crowders Mountain near Kings Mountain NC with 100 mile, 100K, 50 mile, marathon and half marathon options plus aid stations and set time limits.
January 2027
Jan
16
Sa

Frosty Cox 6 Hour Trail Race

Trail Run 6 mi 31 mi
A six hour trail event in Concord, NC on private singletrack featuring a 6.2 mile loop, significant elevation gain, aid station provisions, and finisher awards.
February 2027
Feb
6
Sa

Millstone Trail Races

Trail Run 10 km 25 km 50 km
Rebranded Millstone Trail Races feature a 50K on two 15.5 mile loops at Anne Springs Close Greenway with technical single-track terrain plus 25K and 10K options.
April 2027
Apr
3-4
Sa - Su

Charlotte Spartan Event Weekend

Obstacle Run 5 km 10 km
An outdoor obstacle-course weekend at Porter Farms, Concord, NC, featuring Sprint and Super races, kids events, and 4- and 12-hour Hurricane Heat formats.
Apr
10
Sa

New South Trail Marathon

Trail Run 13 mi 26 mi
A full and half marathon on the Whitewater Center trails in Charlotte on April 10, 2027, with aid stations, marked courses and pre-registration deadlines for shirts and medals.
Apr
17
Sa

Greater Things on the Move 5K

Trail Run 5 km
A USATF certified community 5K in Downtown Clover that raises funds for underprivileged children and Veterans in York County, with family activities and awards.
May 2027
May
21-22
Fr - Sa

Time Laps 24-Hour Relay Race

Trail Run
A 24 hour trail running relay in Charlotte where teams of 2 to 12 score points by completing laps and bonus challenges, with team camping and meals included.
May
22
Sa

The Wicked Biskit

Trail Run Walk 5 km 25 km 50 km
Trail event in Lowell, NC with looped 50K, 25K and 5K courses, steep climbs, staffed aid stations and a ten hour cutoff.
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