MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED
About this race
MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED
Date: October 24thStart Time: Friday, 11:59pm
Distance: Approximately 13 miles
Time Limit: 3 hours and 15 minutes
Are you ready for a true test of endurance, speed, and grit? Welcome to the MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED, an event tailored for the hardcore, the brave, and those seeking an unparalleled challenge. This sucker is not for the faint of heart, losers, or whiners out there.
Race Details:- Start Time: As the clock strikes midnight, the race begins. October 24th marks the date where only the brave will step up to the challenge.
- Course: This race is unique—no course markings, no volunteers, no directions. It’s just you, the night, and your determination. Navigate from point A to point B in the quickest way you can.
- Distance: Approximately 13 miles lie between the start and end locations. How you traverse this distance is up to you.
- Terrain: Sidewalks, roads, alleys, grass—choose your path wisely. The urban landscape of the night is your playground.
- Time Limit: You have a maximum of 3 hours and 15 minutes to reach the finish line, after that- we're calling the cops to head out and look for you.
This race demands strategy, resourcefulness, and resilience. Without the usual race-day amenities and support, you're left to rely on your instincts and abilities. Do you have what it takes to conquer the MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED?
Note: This event is unsanctioned and presents inherent risks. Participants must prioritize their safety and be aware of their surroundings at all times. This race is for experienced runners who understand and accept the challenge.
Pick your distance
Running
Half-Marathon-ish
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Springfield, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:22 AM and sets at 6:35 PM local time (CDT) in Springfield on October 16, 2026 — 11h 12m of daylight.
Course
No course map published yet.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 41 Springfield events
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