UPCOMING EVENTS IN NOVEMBER 2025
In November, the UTMB® World Series promises a vibrant end to the season with seven events, each with its own strong identity — blending tradition, nature, and culture. From the legendary roads of Sichuan with the inaugural Ultra-Trail Shudao by UTMB®, to the wild landscapes of the Andes at Patagonia Bariloche by UTMB®, runners will experience unique adventures that combine personal challenge with cultural immersion.
The first edition of the HOKA Pacific Trails California by UTMB® will offer an authentic journey through California’s hills and vineyards, while TransLantau by UTMB® will bring Hong Kong to life between sea and mountains.
A November where the UTMB® World Series celebrates more than ever the diversity of its destinations and the universal spirit of trail running.
Puglia by UTMB®: an adventure in the heart of southern Italy
From 7–9 November 2025, Puglia will host the inaugural Puglia by UTMB®, a new event on the UTMB World Series calendar. From the Mediterranean Sea to dramatic canyons, runners will journey through a land that is wild, historic and full of life. The courses cross the Terra delle Gravine Regional Natural Park, where trails wind between limestone cliffs, centuries-old olive groves, medieval villages and along ancestral pathways carved by time.
Under southern Italy’s autumn sun, 2,500 participants — 25% of them women — will be welcomed by the warmth and hospitality of local communities across four UTMB Index races: 20K, 50K, 100K and 100M. From the baroque elegance of Castellaneta to the rural hamlets scattered along the route, every step will offer a deeper journey into the soul of Puglia.
Ultra-Trail Shudao by UTMB®: a journey through time on the legendary Shu Roads
From 8–9 November 2025, the inaugural Ultra-Trail Shudao by UTMB® will welcome 3,700 runners to the mountainous region of Jiange, in the heart of China’s Sichuan province – birthplace of the legendary Shu Roads that once linked central China to the Sichuan basin. Almost 98% of participants will come from China, with women representing 37% of the field.
Beyond the breathtaking scenery, runners will experience a land steeped in history and legend across three distances — 20K, 50K, 100K. Ancient stone paths carpeted in moss wind through misty rice paddies, sheer cliffs, and ridgelines overlooking deep valleys. From the Jianmen Pass, witness to** epic battles**, to the thousand-year-old cypress trees of the Cuiyun Corridor, and the revolutionary slogans carved into rock faces, every step will be a journey through time, blending wild landscapes with history.
Ultra-Trail Shudao by UTMB® also stands out for its commitment to protecting the environment and celebrating local heritage. Finisher medals are made from plant-based paper, reducing environmental impact while paying tribute to Chinese culture.
The event will also launch The Wandering Postcard, a cultural initiative linking UTMB World Series events across Asia. Travelling across mountains and seas, this project aims to collect and share runners’ stories, carrying the spirit of a shared passion wherever it goes.
TransLantau™ by UTMB®: trail running where city meets nature
From 14–16 November 2025, TransLantau by UTMB will celebrate its 14th edition – the third as part of the circuit – on Lantau Island, a vast natural sanctuary just minutes from Hong Kong’s city centre. With 2,000 runners expected, the event showcases the region’s growing passion for trail running, with nearly 60% of participants from Hong Kong itself, underscoring its deep local roots.
The programme features four distances — 20K, 50K, 100K, 100M — taking runners from wild beaches and tropical forests to panoramic ridgelines high above the South China Sea. Its guiding message, ‘wherever you are in Hong Kong, you’re never more than five minutes from the trails’, captures the spirit of TransLantau: a world-class sporting challenge where nature and city meet in a safe, accessible setting.
True to the values of the UTMB World Series, the event supports local communities through initiatives such as donations to a school serving ethnic minority children, local food sourcing from five Lantau businesses, and free entries for residents of the 10 villages along the route. It also works to make trail running accessible to all, welcoming several athletes with disabilities.
A strong international field is expected, including Aurore Dacier (FRA, UTMB Index 707), recent winner of the 50K at TransJeju by UTMB®, Miguel Arsenio (POR, UTMB Index 902), Damian Bogdan (ROU, UTMB Index 882), Claudio Diaz Castan (ESP, UTMB Index 873) and Cristofer Clemente (ESP, UTMB Index 850).
Patagonia Bariloche by UTMB®: an Andean adventure of peaks and lakes
From 18–22 November 2025, the inaugural** Patagonia Bariloche by UTMB** — part of the UTMB® World Series — will welcome 3,500 runners to San Carlos de Bariloche, in the heart of the Argentine Andes. A jewel in the crown of Patagonia, the city is renowned as the ‘adventure capital of the world’.
Almost 85% of participants are Argentine, mainly from Buenos Aires, Santa Fe, Córdoba and the Bariloche region, and women make up 40% of the field – a strong sign of the growing popularity of ultra-trail running among women in South America.
Set within the Nahuel Huapi National Park, the event offers six distances: 12K, two 20K, 50K, 100K and 100M. Runners will discover the raw beauty of Patagonia, climbing iconic peaks such as Cerro Otto and Cerro Catedral, passing pristine lakes, and landmarks including the Frey mountain refuge.
Patagonia Bariloche by UTMB is also an opportunity to connect with the local community. Some of the routes will pass through Relmu Lafquen, where the Mapuche Lof Wiritray community has preserved its identity and traditions since 1902. Around 30 families live on the shores of Lake Mascardi, maintaining a living bond between culture and nature.
Environmental responsibility is at the core of the event. In partnership with Nahuel Huapi National Park, organisers are carrying out trail maintenance, awareness programmes and collaborations with local nurseries to restore native plant species.
A world-class line-up is expected for this first edition: In the women’s race, Anna Tarasova (ESP, UTMB Index 794), with six victories this season and a third place at the CCC®, will face Ida Nilsson (SWE, UTMB Index 789) over 50K in what promises to be an exciting battle. Hannah Allgood (USA, UTMB Index 772) will target the 100K. In the men’s race, Anders Kjærevik (NOR, UTMB Index 873), known for his downhill strength, will take on the 50K, while Thibaut Baronian (FRA, UTMB Index 897) returns to the 100K after a challenging season.
HOKA Pacific Trails California by UTMB®: wild, vintage California in a first edition
From 22–23 November 2025, California’s Santa Ynez Valley will host the inaugural HOKA Pacific Trails California by UTMB, offering runners a unique experience of the Golden State’s unspoilt landscapes.
Around 670 runners are expected, 60% of them from California, with women making up 33% of the field.
This first edition will feature two distances — 50K and 20K —on the trails of Rancho San Fernando Rey, a 30,000-acre private ranch. The routes will take runners across rolling hills, vineyards, oak forests and stream crossings, capturing the timeless spirit of California’s wilderness.
Race Basecamp will be in Solvang, a picturesque town in Santa Barbara County celebrated for its Danish-style architecture, traditional bakeries and welcoming atmosphere.
The line-up features several well-known names from the US trail scene. Lauren Gregory (USA, UTMB Index 795) will make her UTMB World Series debut in the 50K, while Rod Farvard (USA, UTMB Index 890), 9th at UTMB 2025, starts as the favourite in the men’s race.
Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB®: granite ridges and aboriginal culture in the spotlight
The fourth edition of Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB will take place from 27–29 November in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia.
The event will welcome 3,500 runners, 63% of them from New South Wales. Women represent 35% of the field, highlighting the continued growth of trail running among women in Australia.
Four distances are on the programme — 20K, 50K, 100K, 100M — each offering a total immersion in Kosciuszko National Park’s alpine landscapes with its snow gum forests, high plateaus, crystal-clear streams and granite ridges, all overlooked by the iconic Mount Kosciuszko (2,228m) that towers over the valley.
Firmly anchored in its land and community, the event works closely with Australia’s Aboriginal peoples. Each race will be preceded by a Welcome to Country ceremony led by an Indigenous elder, honouring the ancestral bond between the land and its first custodians.
HOKA Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB®: the last Major of the season in Asia, broadcast on UTMB Live!
The 6th edition of HOKA Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB® will take place over two weeks, for the first time, from 29 November–7 December 2025. The Asian Major will unfold on Doi Inthanon, the ‘Roof of Thailand’ at 2,656m, with courses leading runners over the country’s highest slopes, through tropical forests, past waterfalls and into breathtaking landscapes that sit above the clouds.
The sporting challenge will be matched by a cultural journey, as runners encounter local communities, including the Hmong, Pga-Gan-Yaw and Karen, whose hospitality and close harmony with the land and their traditions define daily life.
The event will feature several race formats, each firmly rooted in the local landscape and culture: Chiang Dao 160 (100M) links four of Chiang Mai’s iconic mountains through jungle, waterfalls and tribal villages; Elephant 100 (100K) pays tribute to the country’s elephant culture, crossing Mae Sa camp and the Mae Taeng region; Hmong 50 (50K) celebrates the lifestyle of the Hmong mountain people; Inthanon 50 (50K) and Inthanon 20 (20K) traverse the ridges and rice terraces of Doi Inthanon; Suthep 20 (20K) explores the slopes of Doi Suthep; while Chedi 20 (20K) loops around the Mae Jok Luang reservoir, passing flower gardens, temples and sacred hills.
The elite field promises thrilling contests. In the 100K, China’s Ji Duo (UTMB Index 909), 4th at UTMB 2025 and the top-ranked Chinese athlete, will take on Europe’s Miguel Arsenio (POR, UTMB Index 902), Manuel Anguita (ESP, UTMB Index 878) and Jose Angel Fernandez Gimenez (ESP, UTMB Index 874). The 50K will also be fiercely contested, with Hayden Hawks (USA, UTMB Index 912), Antonio Martinez Perez (ESP, UTMB Index 913), Gangfu Meng (CHN, UTMB Index 906), the second-ranked Chinese athlete, and Lorenzo Beltrami (ITA, UTMB Index 898) all on the start line. In the women’s field, Veronika Leng (SVK, UTMB Index 768), 5th at the 2025 CCC®, will face Ikram Rharsalla (ESP, UTMB Index 775), 7th at the 2025 OCC. In the 20K, Nepal’s Sunmaya Budha (UTMB Index 786), runner-up at the Trail Long World Championships, will be joined by her sister Ram Maya Budha (UTMB Index 693), who will contest the 50K.
