Running Theme (Course Format & Challenge)

Timed Run Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027

Timed races (such as 6, 12, or 24 hours) where rankings are decided by the total distance covered within a fixed clock. Browse 113 events (36 confirmed dates) and 443 races from 1 km to 66 km.

Events11336 confirmed dates
Competitions443Races & courses
Distances1 - 66 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,800 m D+Course elevation profile

Selected Events

Featured Events & Highlights

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Dates & Schedule

Race Calendar

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December 2026

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Dec 19, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026Beat It (Amsterdam)Amsterdam, North Holland, NL
Road Running
20 km15 km12 km

January 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Jan 31, 2027DiodurunSaint-Rémy-l'Honoré, Île-de-France, FR
Trail Running
66 km

March 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Mar 14, 2027Chrono Loop of TalantTalant, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR
Trail Running
2.72 km1 km
Mar 20, 2027Trail of Forts' Challenge at the FortManonville, Grand Est, FR
Trail RunningDuathlon
17.8 km11 km7 km

April 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Apr 3, 2027USOL Trail ChallengeVaugneray, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR
Trail Running
4.3 km12 h
Apr 3, 2027Trail des 6 heures de la TonnelleMelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR
Trail Running
6 h

May 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
May 22, 2027The Conquerors' TrailsSainte-Suzanne-et-Chammes, Pays de la Loire, FR
Trail RunningMultisport
42 km21 km10 km5 km
May 22, 2027La Douze Mont-Blanc PassyPassy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR
Trail Running
26.75 km18.75 km11.5 km7 km
May 29, 2027Sri Chinmoy Hour RaceSkopje, Skopje Region, MK
Road Running
1.7 km

June 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Jun 12, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027T24 Xtreme Triathlon - Ile de RéLe Bois-Plage-en-Ré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR
Triathlon
26.8 km
Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027Spartan Race St.PöltenSt. Pölten, Lower Austria, AT
Obstacle Course Racing
21 km10 km5 km3 km
Jun 19, 2027 - Jun 20, 20271440 RaceFontenay-le-Comte, Pays de la Loire, FR
Road Cycling
24 h

Overview & Route Character

Timed races (such as 6, 12, or 24 hours) where rankings are decided by the total distance covered within a fixed clock. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Timed Run theme currently spans 113 public events and 443 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Competitors run on measured short loops from 400 meters to a few kilometers with direct access to a central aid zone. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Duathlon with race distances from 1 km to 66 km.

Flat, repeatable loops simplify lap-split pacing and personal crew support. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +1,800 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Amsterdam, Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré, Talant, and Manonville. Notable events in this category include Beat It (Amsterdam), Diodurun, and Chrono Loop of Talant. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What defines Timed Run events and how many races are listed in the calendar?

Timed races (such as 6, 12, or 24 hours) where rankings are decided by the total distance covered within a fixed clock. RunningCompass currently lists 113 events with 443 individual competitions under the Timed Run theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.

What distances and disciplines are typical for Timed Run races?

Competitors run on measured short loops from 400 meters to a few kilometers with direct access to a central aid zone. The 443 listed competitions span distances from 1 km to 66 km, led by Trail Running, Road Running, and Duathlon. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.

What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Timed Run?

Flat, repeatable loops simplify lap-split pacing and personal crew support. Races in this theme reach up to +1,800 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.

Where do Timed Run events take place and how can I filter by region and date?

Leading host destinations include Amsterdam, Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré, Talant, and Manonville. Notable events in this category include Beat It (Amsterdam), Diodurun, and Chrono Loop of Talant. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 113 events by country, region, month, and distance.