Houston
Trail Running Calendar near Houston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Houston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Top Speed Elite XC Meet is a cross country meet at Spring Creek Park in Tomball, Texas, on September 19, 2026.
A family friendly 5K mud run in Conroe with obstacles, mud pits, a pre party and packet pickup at Three Palms Action Sports Park on September 26, 2026.
A multi-distance event at Brazos River Park in Sugar Land with 50 m kids dash, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, virtual option, shirts and medals.
October 2026
Love Yourself First Masquerade 5K is an in-person and virtual run and walk on October 3, 2026 in Missouri City, TX. The themed event focuses on domestic violence awareness, solidarity, and creating a space for education and healing.
A 5K trail race at StoneBridge Church campus with a children's Chase the Gator race and proceeds supporting Back 2 Basics ministry.
FPR Speed Hay Bale XC Championship is a cross country championship on October 3, 2026 at Nottingham Park in Houston, Texas.
A Day of the Dead themed running event at Kingdom Builders Center in Houston with multiple distances including a chip timed half marathon and a virtual option. The event features a pre race costume contest, aid stations, and a post race rally with mu..
Celebrate Halloween in Houston with a themed Half Marathon 10K 5K or Kids Dash featuring designer shirts custom medals and treats at the finish line.
A community run on October 31 at Windwood Presbyterian Church in Houston offering a 1 mile and a 5K. The park like course has no pavement and every registered runner receives a finisher medal.
November 2026
A community road and trail race around Lake Holcomb in Spring TX offering a 1K kids option plus 2 mile, 5K and 10K courses.
A community charity event in Windstone Colony, Katy, Texas on November 7, 2026 featuring a 5K on varied grassy terrain, food, and activities supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
December 2026
Holiday-themed running event at Oyster Creek Park featuring kids dash, 1 Mile, 5K/10K/15K and a virtual option with swag, chip timing, photos, and finish-line treats.
A 55 hour timed ultra at Buffalo Run Park in Missouri City TX where solo runners and relay teams cover laps to raise funds for the Snowdrop Foundation.
January 2027
Run through the scenic woodlands of Brazos River Park in distances from 50 meters to a Half Marathon, featuring a legendary costume contest and a lively park atmosphere.
February 2027
Trail races at Baytown Nature Center on February 7, 2027 benefit the Ross S Sterling Band, with 1K and 5K courses, park views, and postrace shirts and medals.
March 2027
A three-day running event at Rex Meador Park in Seabrook, Texas, with distances from a kids 1K to a full marathon plus virtual options. Shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations made by January 31 and some entries combine weekend races.
April 2027