Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 24 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Test your endurance with 3, 6, 12, or 24 hour timed trail races featuring scenic loops and rolling hills at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area.
October 2026
A family friendly fundraiser at Petrifying Springs Park offering 1 mile and 2.25 mile options to support Rey de Reyes Ministry in Guatemala with virtual participation available.
Experience a single track trail adventure through Veteran Acres and Sternes Woods in Crystal Lake featuring 5 and 10 mile distances and custom skeleton medals.
A fall event at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, IL with a 10K, a 5K through a corn maze, and a 1 mile family adventure, plus finisher medals for all.
November 2026
A multi-distance trail event in Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest offering ultra distances, a 50K and a 15K Fun Run, with aid stations, pacing rules, finisher awards, and proceeds funding forest projects.
Trail runs and a 2.25 mile walk through rolling park trails and wooded sections in West Allis.
A trail event at Pringle Nature Center on November 7, 2026 offering a 5K run and 2 mile walk with fees supporting environmental education.
On 11/14/2026 the Abominable Trail Race at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures offers 5K, 10K, 15K and 30K courses plus 2, 3 or 4 person 30K relays on forest trails, with water stations, race shirt, finisher medal and free action photos.
December 2026
Experience a technical trail race in Lake Geneva featuring 4 and 8 mile distances designed for both solo runners and Canicross enthusiasts with their dogs.
January 2027
Winter trail event in Crystal Lake offering a Triple Black Diamond 50K, a 10K, and team relays with on-course aid and finisher medals.
Conquer a winter obstacle course in Lake Geneva with distances ranging from 5K to 20K plus a dedicated kids race and a festive basecamp with fire pits.
April 2027
Trail races in Crystal Lake, Illinois offering 50k, 15 mile and 5 mile distances on a 5.2 mile loop through single track, prairie and pine forest.
May 2027
Nighttime obstacle race in Pingree Grove, IL with multiple 5K heats and a 30K unlimited laps option, illuminated obstacles, live entertainment, and onsite parking.