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Gran Trail dell'Etna
Ragalna, Italy
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42 km18 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Volcano Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Distinctive courses across volcanic craters, black lava fields, and cinder slopes. Browse 41 events (30 confirmed dates) and 232 races from 1 km to 180 km.
Events4130 confirmed dates
Competitions232Races & courses
Distances1 - 180 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+10,657 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Lanzarote Marathon
Costa Teguise, Spain
December 3, 2026 to December 5, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
IslandKids & Youth Races+8
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Patagonia RUN
San Martín de los Andes, Argentina
April 7, 2027 to April 11, 2027Date confirmed
160.3 km107.3 km71 km42 km+2
Lakes & PondsMountain+4
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Mt.Fuji 100
Fujiyoshida, Japan
April 23, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
167 km70.2 km38.5 km
Kids & Youth RacesMountain+4
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Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX)
Volvic, France
May 6, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
111 km85 km46 km26 km+3
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+7
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Ultra Trail des Géants
Basse Vallée, Réunion
May 6, 2027Date confirmed
173.75 km
MountainHigh Altitude+4
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Hengill Ultra-Trail
Hveragerði, Iceland
June 4, 2027 to June 5, 2027Date confirmed
161.7 km106 km53 km26 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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TransJeju by UTMB
Jeju, South Korea
October 1, 2027 to October 2, 2027Date confirmed
148 km104 km60 km20 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | Gran Trail dell'Etna | Ragalna, Sicily, IT | Trail Running | 42 km18 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026 | Lanzarote Marathon | Costa Teguise, Canary Islands, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | Patagonia RUN | San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén, AR | Trail Running | 160.3 km107.3 km71 km42 km |
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Mt.Fuji 100 | Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, JP | Trail Running | 167 km70.2 km38.5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX) | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 111 km85 km46 km26 km |
| May 6, 2027 | Ultra Trail des Géants | Basse Vallée, Réunion, RE | Trail Running | 173.75 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2027 - Jun 5, 2027 | Hengill Ultra-Trail | Hveragerði, Südisland, IS | Trail Running | 161.7 km106 km53 km26 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 2, 2027 | TransJeju by UTMB | Jeju, Jeju Province, KR | Trail Running | 148 km104 km60 km20 km |
| Oct 14, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Grand Raid de la Réunion | Saint-Pierre, Saint-Pierre, RE | Trail Running | 180 km160 km106 km74 km |
| Oct 15, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail |  Ürgüp, Nevşehir, TR | Trail Running | 119.8 km63.6 km38.6 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | La Pastourelle | Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 91 km60 km55 km44 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des 6 Burons | Riom-ès-Montagnes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 79 km45 km30 km26 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Distinctive courses across volcanic craters, black lava fields, and cinder slopes. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Volcano theme currently spans 41 public events and 232 individual competitions, including 30 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Volcano trails and crater ascents showcase dramatic geological terrain from dormant cones to high volcanic peaks. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking with race distances from 1 km to 180 km.
Abrasive lava rock, loose volcanic ash, and exposed slopes call for durable outsoles and sun protection. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +10,657 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Ragalna, Costa Teguise, San Martín de los Andes, and Fujiyoshida. Notable events in this category include Gran Trail dell'Etna, Lanzarote Marathon, and Patagonia RUN. 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 Volcano events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Distinctive courses across volcanic craters, black lava fields, and cinder slopes. RunningCompass currently lists 41 events with 232 individual competitions under the Volcano theme. A total of 30 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 Volcano races?
Volcano trails and crater ascents showcase dramatic geological terrain from dormant cones to high volcanic peaks. The 232 listed competitions span distances from 1 km to 180 km, led by Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. 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 Volcano?
Abrasive lava rock, loose volcanic ash, and exposed slopes call for durable outsoles and sun protection. Races in this theme reach up to +10,657 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 Volcano events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Ragalna, Costa Teguise, San Martín de los Andes, and Fujiyoshida. Notable events in this category include Gran Trail dell'Etna, Lanzarote Marathon, and Patagonia RUN. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 41 events by country, region, month, and distance.