44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run-2026
- Date Sat 20th June 2026
- Time 10:00PM AKDT
- Location Fairbanks, Alaska
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run on Saturday, June 20, 2026! This iconic 10K race in Fairbanks, Alaska, starts at 10:00 PM, perfectly timed to celebrate the summer solstice under the midnight sun. Runners will embark on a scenic 6.2-mile journey from the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, winding through vibrant neighborhoods filled with enthusiastic spectators cheering you on.
As you cross the finish line at Pioneer Park, the celebration continues with festivities that last well into the night. This race caters to everyone, featuring elite runners at the front and a much-loved costumed division that showcases the creative spirit of Fairbanks. Plus, your participation supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Fairbanks Resource Agency and providing scholarships for local student athletes. Don't miss this chance to be part of a truly unique Alaskan tradition where community spirit and athleticism come together in a spectacular way!
As you cross the finish line at Pioneer Park, the celebration continues with festivities that last well into the night. This race caters to everyone, featuring elite runners at the front and a much-loved costumed division that showcases the creative spirit of Fairbanks. Plus, your participation supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Fairbanks Resource Agency and providing scholarships for local student athletes. Don't miss this chance to be part of a truly unique Alaskan tradition where community spirit and athleticism come together in a spectacular way!
Organiser's Description
Considered a bucket-list race, the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run 10K is a uniquely Alaskan race that attracts participants from all over the nation and all over the world. The race begins at 10:00 PM on the Saturday closest to the summer solstice. Starting at the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, participants wind 6.2 miles through area neighborhoods lined with thousands of high-spirited spectators. The course ends at Pioneer Park, where the festivities continue until well after midnight.
The race is chip timed, with an elite runner corral that allows serious runners a place at the head of the race, while also supporting every pace and ability. The costumed division is perhaps one of the most anticipated aspects of the race, showcasing true Fairbanks creativity.
Proceeds from the race support the mission of Fairbanks Resource Agency (fra-alaska.org) and the Paula Kothe Scholarship Award, which gives $6,000 in scholarships to local student athletes.
The race is chip timed, with an elite runner corral that allows serious runners a place at the head of the race, while also supporting every pace and ability. The costumed division is perhaps one of the most anticipated aspects of the race, showcasing true Fairbanks creativity.
Proceeds from the race support the mission of Fairbanks Resource Agency (fra-alaska.org) and the Paula Kothe Scholarship Award, which gives $6,000 in scholarships to local student athletes.
Races
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Midnight Sun Run 10K
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 20th June 2026 (10:00PM AKDT)
$38.10
OPENS 23 JAN
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805 Airport Way, Fairbanks, 99701, AK, United States
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44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run-2026
