Foristell, Missouri (United States of America) - "The Next Weekend Challenge". One weekend. One trail. Four ways to challenge yourself. The Next Loop Endurance Weekend brings together our complete family of endurance events, giving runners the opportunity to choose the challenge that fits their goals. Take on The Next Loop Hourly Challenge and complete approximately 5K every hour for up to 10 hours. Keep moving in The Next 12 Hour Challenge, choose a finish line in The Next 50K/50M/100K/100M Challenge, or test yourself against the clock in The Next 48 Hour Challenge. Run, walk, or hike. Chase a new distance, attempt your first ultra, or find out what happens when you keep going longer than you thought possible. Different formats. Different distances. One shared trail and one goal: discovering what you're capable of. Choose your challenge. Find your Next Loop. Your Endurance. No Limits. One More Loop. https://www.everfurther.net/the-next-new-year-s-weekend

Paris, Texas (United States of America) - "Iron Horse". On January 2, 2027, history will be made in Texas on the "Northeast Texas Trail" (NETT) with the launch of the IRON HORSE Endurance Run featuring the first-ever true point-to-point 100K in Texas and the State's first near point-to-point 100-mile. This isn't just another ultra - it's the biggest, baddest race Texas ultrarunning has ever seen. Runners will charge across the vast, untamed stretches of the NETT, a flat, open, and deceptively fast corridor that cuts through small towns, bridges, prairies, and rugged backcountry on gravel, dirt, pavement, and grass. This historic event is brought to you by Texas Outlaw Running Company, Sigma Wolf, Paris TX, and the cities along the Northeast Texas Trail. www.texasoutlawrunning.com

Plano, Texas (United States of America) - "Hotcake Hustle 10K, 5K & Fun Run". Pancakes Please! Start your 2027 racing season with a flapjack-filled finish at the Hotcake Hustle 10K, 5K, Fun Run, or Virtual Run! This family-friendly event winds through the scenic trails of Plano’s Oak Point Nature Preserve and offers a distance for everyone. After crossing the finish line, stick around for a stacked after-party featuring hotcakes (GF also available), coffee, hot chocolate, food, ice-cold beer, and plenty of fun—all served with a side of community spirit! https://www.runproject.org/events/hotcake-hustle-race

Avalon, California (United States of America) - "Avalon Benefit 50 Mile/50K Run". The Avalon Benefit 50 Mile/50K Run, produced by Spectrum Sports Management, is returning for its annual event on Jan. 9, 2027. Since 1982, the event has provided the opportunity for runners to explore by foot one of Southern California’s most popular natural attractions. Participants will have the option of two distances: a 50K (31 miles) course or the 50-mile course, which stands as California's oldest ultra trail run. Both courses will start and finish in the city of Avalon. Along the courses, participants will experience scenic vistas, views of the Pacific Ocean, and the potential to see a bison or two, with experienced and high-quality volunteers and aid stations throughout. Following a sell-out 2026 event, registration for the 2027 trail race is expected to fill up fast, so early registration is highly encouraged. The event will also be raising funds on behalf of the Avalon Lions Club to benefit their charitable work and community assistance throughout the year for the residents of Catalina Island. The Avalon Lions provide annual scholarships to all graduating high school seniors who wish to continue their education, assist families with medical expenses, and help build and restore parks and playgrounds around Catalina Island. They also help maintain the natural environment of the island through support of the Catalina Island Conservancy. Race times: Saturday, January 9, 2027, 5 a.m. - 50 mile start time; 6 a.m. - 50K start time. Aid stations and drop bags: Aid stations: eight aid stations with water, Gatorade, defizzed cola, bananas, oranges, pretzels, and Gummi Bears among the assorted treats and nutrition that will be provided. Race nutrition will be provided by Gatorade. Drop bags: for 50 mile run only. Remember to bring clothing that will adapt to the weather and a flashlight for the early morning start and initial run. Be sure to label any articles you want back (drop bags at Little Harbor only). Drop bags will be back at the finish line at approximately 3 p.m. It is your responsibility to pick up all drop bag items at the finish line or in the morning at the group photo. The Lions Club and Spectrum Sports Management will do their best to return the equipment, but we are not responsible for your items. All 50M drop bags will go to Little Harbor only. At all the aid stations, there will be water, cola, bananas, Gatorade, salt, and some surprise food. Make sure you plan ahead for your aid station drop bags (extra change of socks, clothing, etc. for your added comfort during the run). https://go.evvnt.com/3517701-0?pid=4454

San Francisco, California (United States of America) - "2027 Skechers Hot Chocolate Run San Francisco". The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run series is back for the 2026/2027 season! Join the chocolate movement that's taking over the country. This race has it all - three distances, premium swag and a post-race chocolate experience like no other. To learn more about or purchase tickets for our San Francisco event, visit: hotchocolate15k.com/city/san-francisco To learn more about our other event locations and our Hot Chocolate virtual option, visit: hotchocolate15k.com. https://go.evvnt.com/3494721-0?pid=6562