Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD

Sunday, July 7, 2024 Past event

1:01 AM CDT

Metairie, Louisiana

Free · 2 races

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD, taking place on Sunday, July 7, 2024, in the vibrant Metairie, Jefferson. This unique overnight marathon invites both seasoned runners and first-time participants to tackle a thrilling 26.2-mile course comprised of 13 two-mile loops. The event, now in its 22nd edition, promises a warm summer atmosphere as you run to support a vital cause—raising funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).

The race will be held at Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA, where you can connect with fellow athletes while making a difference in the lives of DMD boys. For those who prefer flexibility, a Virtual Race option allows participants to complete their mileage between June 30 and July 7, 2024. Join the movement to accelerate therapy for DMD and contribute to meaningful change, as all donations are tax-deductible and go directly to funding crucial therapies. Lace up your running shoes and prepare for a fun-filled night of running for a cause!

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Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD

Gender Specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt & Finisher Medal

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, July 2, 2024 at Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown (615 S Carollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118) OR on event date, Sunday July 7 between 12:01am - 7:00am.

1:01 AM CDT

Free

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Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD - Virtual
Virtual

Gender Specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

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 30 - July 7, 2024 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 7, 2024. If you size T-shirt becomes unavailable, the closest size to it will be shipped. Thank you.

1:01 AM CDT

Free

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Organiser's description

Have you ever wanted to complete an overnight marathon 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.

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). This year, for our 22nd edition, the race/event will be held at LAFRENIERE PARK, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003 for event date of July 7, 2024.

A Virtual Race option is available. Complete your mileage between June 30 - July 7, 2024, 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.