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THP Winter
Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, France
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
100 km70 km45 km29 km+5
High AltitudeForest+8
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Snow Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Winter endurance events on groomed snow tracks, winter trails, and snow-covered mountain paths. Browse 211 events (36 confirmed dates) and 879 races from 0.5 km to 160 km.
Events21136 confirmed dates
Competitions879Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 160 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,050 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Asics SaintéLyon
Lyon, France
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
160 km80 km45 km35 km+3
Kids & Youth RacesMountain+7
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Leki Ještěd Winter SkyRace
Liberec, Czechia
December 5, 2026Date confirmed
22 km12 km6 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
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Mispo Winter marathon
Vändra, Estonia
December 5, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunSnow+1
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Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run
Kraków, Poland
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
23 km11 km5 km3.7 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey
Plateau d'Hauteville, France
December 11, 2026Date confirmed
14 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Winter Trail Małopolska
Lubień, Poland
December 12, 2026Date confirmed
145 km109 km67 km51.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Perły Małopolski
Rabka-Zdrój, Poland
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
20 km14 km7.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | THP Winter | Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningOther Disciplines | 100 km70 km45 km29 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Asics SaintéLyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 160 km80 km45 km35 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 | Leki Ještěd Winter SkyRace | Liberec, Liberec Region, CZ | Trail Running | 22 km12 km6 km |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Mispo Winter marathon | Vändra, Pärnu County, EE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 23 km11 km5 km3.7 km |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey | Plateau d'Hauteville, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 14 km7 km |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Winter Trail Małopolska | Lubień, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 145 km109 km67 km51.5 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Perły Małopolski | Rabka-Zdrój, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 20 km14 km7.5 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Spartan Morzine Winter Trail | Morzine, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 21 km10 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Antarctic Ice Marathon |  Südpol, AQ | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | ATG Winter Run Aachen |  Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road RunningTrail Running | 18 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2027 | Three Kings Run in Wapno | Wapno, Greater Poland Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Winter endurance events on groomed snow tracks, winter trails, and snow-covered mountain paths. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Snow theme currently spans 211 public events and 879 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Snow runs, winter triathlons, cross-country ski events, and ski mountaineering races headline the winter calendar. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Other Disciplines with race distances from 0.5 km to 160 km.
Sub-zero air, packed snow, and icy patches call for spiked winter running shoes and breathable layered clothing. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +8,050 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Lyon, Liberec, and Vändra. Notable events in this category include THP Winter, Asics SaintéLyon, and Leki Ještěd Winter SkyRace. 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 Snow events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Winter endurance events on groomed snow tracks, winter trails, and snow-covered mountain paths. RunningCompass currently lists 211 events with 879 individual competitions under the Snow 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 Snow races?
Snow runs, winter triathlons, cross-country ski events, and ski mountaineering races headline the winter calendar. The 879 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 160 km, led by Trail Running, Road Running, and Other Disciplines. 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 Snow?
Sub-zero air, packed snow, and icy patches call for spiked winter running shoes and breathable layered clothing. Races in this theme reach up to +8,050 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 Snow events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Lyon, Liberec, and Vändra. Notable events in this category include THP Winter, Asics SaintéLyon, and Leki Ještěd Winter SkyRace. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 211 events by country, region, month, and distance.