Franklin
Trail Running Calendar near Franklin 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Franklin for 2026-2027! We've gathered 19 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A flat 6 Miler in Shelby Park, Nashville on October 25, 2026, with start and finish at Cornelia Fort Airpark, HOKA prizes, and options to donate to local nonprofits.
A community 5K at Mill Ridge Park with trail and short paved options, refreshments, and fundraising for park programs.
November 2026
A trail endurance event at Long Hunter State Park where runners complete a 5K each hour for six or twelve hours.
A hilly trail 5K and a 1-mile walk at Maury County Park in Columbia, TN, featuring nearly 400 feet of elevation gain and proceeds to Narrow Gate.
A six hour trail challenge at Vaughn's Gap in Nashville on Nov 21, 2026 where runners complete a 5K each hour for up to six laps, with patches and a finisher medal.
December 2026
A multi-division timed loop race near Franklin, TN on a 1.1 mile, 340 ft gain loop with options from a Youth 5K to a 40-hour event.
A holiday-themed running event on 12/19/2026 at Orchard Bend Park with in-person and virtual 5K options plus a free 1K kids run, supporting The Nashville Food Project.
February 2027
Sunrise to sunset trail relay on Edwin Warner Park's Blue Trail in Nashville, with solo and four person team entries, BYO aid and tented basecamp.
March 2027
A Last Rucker Standing ruck event on a 2.5 mile loop with about 800 ft climbing where competitors repeat hourly laps until one rucker remains.
Trail races at Cedar Crest Camp in Lyles, TN on March 13, 2027 offering a half marathon, 10K, and a hilly 5K with aid stations and on-site lodging.
April 2027
Trail 5K and 10K at Preservation Park in Thompson's Station, TN, raising funds for New To You with 100% of proceeds; dog friendly and foster families register free.
July 2027
October 2027
A 7K run and 2 mile walk at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage across fields, trails and paved paths; includes a medal and Grounds Pass, with proceeds supporting the Hermitage.