West Newton
Trail Running Calendar near West Newton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near West Newton 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.
August 2026
Scenic, dog friendly 5K run and walk along shaded paths by Jones Mill Run and Laurel Hill Lake during the Laurel Hill Bluegrass Festival.
A community road event on August 30, 2026 at McCahill Park in Pittsburgh with a 5K and a 1 Mile race; every finisher receives a medal and t-shirts are available as an add-on.
September 2026
A 5K run and a 5K walk along the Gap Trail in West Newton, PA on 09/12/2026, held as part of the town's river festival with food, crafts, games, live music and fireworks.
A six hour loop challenge on shaded single track trails in North Park near Deer Browse 2 Pavilion in Allison Park PA. Runners complete as many 2 mile loops as they wish, earn a raffle ticket per loop, and top male and female loopers receive awards.
A Hawaiian themed 5K obstacle race at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall that raises funds for The Stanley M. Marks Blood Cancer Research Fund and Lending Hearts. Teams carry a pineapple through the course and a luau follows with live music, food..
October 2026
Fineview Step Challenge in Pittsburgh on October 3, 2026 features 2 mile and 5 mile courses that climb 12 public staircases with over 1,600 steps including a 371 step set on Rising Main Avenue. Proceeds support Fineview Citizens Council programming.
A chip timed 5k run and walk at Thistlethwaite Vineyards on October 3, 2026, featuring a two loop cross country course and a finish line pour of wine. The event includes race swag, age group awards, and supports the Humane Society of Greene County.
Experience a classic cross country race on the trails of North Park during the autumn foliage season. Enjoy 20k, 10k, and 5k distances featuring handmade bamboo medals and traditional folk dancing.
A community 5K run and walk on the Five Star Trail in Greensburg, PA, held October 10, 2026, with a mostly flat course and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship fund for local Christian education.
Community race in Schenley Park with a 5 km adult course, 1 km kids loop, packet pickup, picnic, and a finishers' medal shaped like the republic.
Trail running event in Allison Park, PA on October 17, 2026 with 5 miles, 25K and a Little Monsters run over wooded, hilly trails and pace-grouped entries with separate fees.
A community 10K and 5K in Farmington PA supporting recovery from addiction on a dirt and gravel trail, rain or shine.
November 2026
Trail races at Settlers Cabin Park on November 14, 2026 offering 5K, 8 Mile, 25K and 50K distances on wooded trails with aid stations and memorial sections.
December 2026
May 2027