Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD
- Date Sun 5th July 2026
- Time 12:01AM CDT
- Location Metairie, Louisiana
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD, taking place on Sunday, July 5, 2026, in the vibrant city of Metairie, Jefferson. This unique overnight marathon invites both seasoned runners and first-time participants to join in the excitement while supporting a noble cause—raising funds for boys affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).
Participants will tackle a self-timed 26.2-mile course, split into 13 two-mile loops, or choose from flexible options like biking, skating, or joining a relay team. There are also shorter distances available, such as a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. The event will be held at Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA, and offers a virtual race option from June 28 to July 5, 2026, for those who prefer to complete their mileage from anywhere.
Join us in celebrating movement and community while making a tangible difference in the lives of those battling DMD. With all donations going directly to RaceMD, you will be part of a mission that provides cell stem therapy, showing promising results in extending
Participants will tackle a self-timed 26.2-mile course, split into 13 two-mile loops, or choose from flexible options like biking, skating, or joining a relay team. There are also shorter distances available, such as a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. The event will be held at Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA, and offers a virtual race option from June 28 to July 5, 2026, for those who prefer to complete their mileage from anywhere.
Join us in celebrating movement and community while making a tangible difference in the lives of those battling DMD. With all donations going directly to RaceMD, you will be part of a mission that provides cell stem therapy, showing promising results in extending
Organiser's Description
Have you ever wanted to complete an overnight marathon in the middle of the summer in New Orleans? This is your opportunity, whether an experienced runner or a 1st time Want A Bee, to participate in one of the most unique OVERNIGHT marathon events in the country in support of _DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPY_ (DMD) boys. The HOTTER than HELL MARATHON for RaceMD is a self-timed overnight event/run of 26.2 miles completed in 13, two-mile loops.
If the distance seems daunting to you, you have OPTIONS: You can finish the distance by any other method (bike, skates), you can complete it as a relay team OR you can do a lesser distance (half, 10k, 5k). It is YOUR race.... Support our efforts to raise funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy while celebrating motion and spending time with others.
The race was held at Audubon Park in New Orleans for the first 18 years and was held virtually during the Covid years (2020-2022). Again, this year, for our 24th edition, the race/event will be held at LAFRENIERE PARK, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003 for event date of Sunday, July 5, 2026.
A Virtual Race option is available. Complete your mileage between June 28 - July 5, 2026, to finish the virtual race.
RaceMD began with the mission to accelerate the search for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) therapy to save lives. Our mission has evolved from research to rescue as we fund real therapies for real patients NOW. DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US.
This is a donation-based race benefiting RaceMD, a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) non-profit. All donations and shirt proceeds GO DIRECTLY to RaceMD. All donations are tax deductible. Funds are then used to provide cell stem therapy to the boys who have DMD. This stem cell therapy shows evidence of life extension for the patients.
If the distance seems daunting to you, you have OPTIONS: You can finish the distance by any other method (bike, skates), you can complete it as a relay team OR you can do a lesser distance (half, 10k, 5k). It is YOUR race.... Support our efforts to raise funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy while celebrating motion and spending time with others.
The race was held at Audubon Park in New Orleans for the first 18 years and was held virtually during the Covid years (2020-2022). Again, this year, for our 24th edition, the race/event will be held at LAFRENIERE PARK, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003 for event date of Sunday, July 5, 2026.
A Virtual Race option is available. Complete your mileage between June 28 - July 5, 2026, to finish the virtual race.
RaceMD began with the mission to accelerate the search for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) therapy to save lives. Our mission has evolved from research to rescue as we fund real therapies for real patients NOW. DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US.
This is a donation-based race benefiting RaceMD, a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) non-profit. All donations and shirt proceeds GO DIRECTLY to RaceMD. All donations are tax deductible. Funds are then used to provide cell stem therapy to the boys who have DMD. This stem cell therapy shows evidence of life extension for the patients.
Races
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Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD
Incl. Gender Specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 5th July 2026 (12:01AM CDT)
Free
Complete a 26.2 marathon distance individually anyway you can (Run/Walk/Bike). Keep track of each of your 13 loops on the designated course at Lafreniere Park and hand post each lap on the famous White Board. It's on the HONOR system. This is not a timed event, nor a Boston Qualifier. Everyone who starts, finishes a marathon. And you know you always wanted to do it and/or do it again, and again. Why: Everyone who registers and participates gets credit for a Full Marathon and receives a coveted HTH L/S tech shirt, a custom medallion and a souvenir race bib. Course: See suggested run/walk or bike course. Benefits: Bragging rights for finishing the most unique overnight marathon distance even in the country in support of DMD boys and get the satisfaction of contributing directly to RaceMD. Every $$ collected in donations, shirts and sponsorships are donated directly to RaceMD and is tax deductible. Athletic supporters having FUN running to rescue the weakest BOYS while raising research/therapy dollars for all DMD boys who race 24/7 for life. You inspire them! Swag: Can be picked up at early packet pickup on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, on at Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown, 615 S Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118 between 1:00 - 6:30pm OR on event date, Sunday July 5 between 12:01am - 8:00am. -
Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD - Virtual
Incl. Gender Specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt
Free
This is the virtual version of the Hotter Than Hell Marathon. Your mileage (26.2 miles) can be done on your own whether walking, running, biking or any combination between Sunday, June 29 - July 6, 2025, to complete your race. No need to submit any verification, this event is on the honor system. Benefits: This is a fundraiser for Duchenne Muscular Dystophy (DMD) boys. You will have bragging rights for finishing the full HTH Marathon and get the satisfaction of contributing directly to RaceMD. Every $$ collected in donations, shirts and sponsorships are donated directly to RaceMD and is tax deductible. Athletic supporters having FUN running to rescue the weakest BOYS while raising research/therapy dollars for all DMD boys who race 24/7 for life. You inspire them! Medals, bibs and/or shirts, as available, will be mailed within 1 week following the live race on July 5, 2026. If you size T-shirt becomes unavailable, the closest size to it will be shipped. Thank you.
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