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MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED

MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED

Race Date

Oct 16, 2026

Location

Springfield, MO

Solid Pick47

The Experience

MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED   Date: October 24th Start 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.

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Quality Score

Solid Pick47
Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size8/15

~39 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty20/20

31% returning runners

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 5 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 2:07:41

Weather5/10

typical high 67°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

49°

Afternoon (High)

67°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

61%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 78 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

78

Median time

3:05:16

Latest turnout

35

States

5

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:40p50 median ≈ 2:403:50

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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