Memphis
Trail Running Calendar near Memphis 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Memphis 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
Experience a pure test of endurance in this official Backyard Ultra where runners complete 4.167 mile loops every hour until only one participant remains standing.
October 2026
Experience a nighttime trail run at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course with options for a 5K race or 2K fun run. This family friendly event supports youth athletics programs in Memphis.
A 5K at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis on October 4, 2026 benefiting the Dorothy Day House, with awards for top three men and women and a kids fun run.
A dog friendly 5K in Overton Park, Memphis on October 10, 2026 benefiting Dogs 2nd Chance with medals, age group awards, and packet pickup options.
Night Serpent 5K is a nighttime trail event in Eads, Tennessee offering a family-friendly 5K and a full haunted 5K with moving creatures.
November 2026
Experience the fast and flat singletrack of the Wolf River trails in Memphis at this Western States Qualifier featuring distances from 25K to 100 miles.
A multi-event running festival in Memphis with 6- and 12-hour endurance formats, loop races, relays, a Run Club Showcase, on-course aid, and finisher swag.
December 2026
Trail races in Memphis on December 12, 2026 featuring a Half Marathon and a 7 Miler on Wolf River Trails with aid stations and a cupless policy.
Four trail races at Shelby Farms Park from Dec 12, 2026 to Feb 27, 2027 with in person and virtual options, multiple distances, and age group awards.
Experience a 36 hour timed trail race on a scenic 4 mile loop in Memphis featuring illuminated night trails and distances ranging from a single lap to over 100 miles.
January 2027
A four-race winter trail series in the Memphis area featuring 3K, 5K, 8K and 10K dates from January to February with a series points awards system.
March 2027
April 2027
Big Buffalo 50 at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis is the Cancer Kickers Soccer Club's 10th annual fundraiser with 100% of proceeds supporting children 18 and younger fighting cancer.
A 24 hour challenge at Shelby Farms where runners complete ten 5k segments spaced every 2.5 hours, including night running that requires illumination. Initial registration is limited to 200 with a waitlist for additional spots.