Norfolk
Trail Running Calendar near Norfolk 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Norfolk for 2026-2027! We've gathered 15 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A nationwide series of community 5K gatherings on September 13, 2026, hosted by the COMMIT Foundation, with local events and a virtual 5K option to raise funds for the foundation.
October 2026
The second annual Breast Run Ever is a community 5K at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex on October 2, 2026, with pink race shirts, finisher medals, and all profits donated to the Pink Fund.
Hog Jog in Smithfield on October 10, 2026 features an in-person 5K through Windsor Castle Park, a Piglet Kids Run, and a Virtual 5K with medals and T shirt included.
A trail half marathon at First Landing State Park with sandy sections, roots, bridges, and about 300 feet of elevation gain; includes event shirt, finisher beanie, donuts, and age-group awards.
November 2026
Experience the only race held on the scenic Noland Trail in Newport News. Runners can tackle the 50 km distance solo or as a relay team while enjoying a post race festival with live music and tastings.
Trail and virtual 10 km and 1 mile races at First Landing State Park with chip timing, finisher medals, age-group awards, and a memorial fundraising focus.
Looped running and rucking at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA with 10K, 4 hour and 8 hour formats, tracked laps, aid station with hot items, and homemade finisher medals.
December 2026
A two loop trail 50K at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach with two full aid stations, drop bags, a finisher medal and a post race party at Smartmouth Brewery.
January 2027
Flat, well-marked 5 km loops at Sandy Bottom Nature Park with 8-hour, 4-hour, and 5 km options, on-course aid, dietary options, and a homemade finisher medal.
A half marathon and a 5K at Harwoods Mill Park in Yorktown on January 17, 2026, with shuttle parking from McReynolds Athletic Complex. Limited fields, four aid stations, on-site packet pick-up and specific trail conditions.
February 2027
A 200-mile out-and-back ultramarathon from Sandbridge Beach to Cape Hatteras Lighthouse that raises funds for veteran suicide prevention.
April 2027
24 hour solo and team event on a flat 3.75 mile dirt loop in Hampton, VA with USATF certification, milestone plaques, awards, and fundraising for the American Cancer Society.
June 2027
A loop ultrarun at Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield VA on a 5 km course with 10 hour, 5 hour, 2 hour and one lap options, manual timing and rucking available.