Red River Ultrafest
- Date Fri 18th September 2026 - Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Moorhead, Minnesota
- Price $107.00 - $263.50
- Races 8 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour options, with both Run/Walk and Ruck categories available. Notably, those who complete 100 miles in the run and 100k in the ruck will earn a coveted buckle. The course offers a beautiful 5-mile lap starting in Gooseberry, navigating through trails and scenic views, ensuring a delightful experience for all runners. With ample aid stations and a finish line celebration featuring pizza and awards, the Red River Ultrafest promises to be an unforgettable event for both participants and spectators alike!
Organiser's Description
Why are we putting this race on? Fargo/Moorhead needs a space for endurance athletes to push themselves. This is that opportunity.
Race Description- Max distance in one of the following time domains: (prices will increase as we near the event start)
-3 hours
-6 hours
-12 hours
-24 hours
If racers go 100 miles in the run and 100k in the ruck, they will receive a buckle.
Two racing categories for each time domain:
-Run/Walk
-Ruck (35lbs) racer must supply their pack with proper weights
*Note- Each race is male/female combined.
Registration Includes:
-Race T-shirt
-Finishers Award
-Finish Pizza
-All of the snacks and fuel you could want at the aid station
Schedule: (Run/Ruck)
Friday Sept. 18th, 2026
-6:00 pm Check-In for 24-Hour Race Opens
-7:00 pm 24-Hour Race Begins
Saturday Sept. 19th, 2026
-6:00 am Check-In Opens
-7:00 am 12-Hour Race Begins
-8:00 am 6-Hour Race Begins
-9:00 am 3-Hour Race Begins
-12:00 pm 3-Hour Race Finish/Awards
-2:00 pm 6-Hour Race Finish/Awards
-7:00 pm 12/24-Hour Race Finish/Awards
Course Description/Course Map:
The course will start in Gooseberry on trails, then move across the bridge into Lindenwood, head north to Dike East, then back to Gooseberry. In total, each lap would be 5 miles. Race Course GPX File: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/346179348
Best Aid Station Ever:
We will ensure that our main aid station is one of the best you will experience at any race. Please bring a collapsible cup if you have one. Limited cups will be available at the event. A lightly stocked water station will be available at the turnaround point.
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-Ty Casey
Races
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3 Hour: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$107.00
Runners will go as far as they can in 3 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
6 Hour: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $8.50 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$133.50
Runners will go as far as they can in 6 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
12 Hour: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $10.00 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$160.00
Runners will go as far as they can in 12 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
3 Hour Ruck: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$107.00
Ruckers will go as far as they can in 3 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
6 Hour Ruck: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $8.50 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$133.50
Ruckers will go as far as they can in 6 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
12 Hour Ruck: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $10.00 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$160.00
Ruckers will go as far as they can in 12 hours on the 5-mile loop, with the ability to use a 1.1-mile loop in the last hour of your distance. -
24 Hour: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $13.50 Fee
Fri 18th September 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$263.50
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24 Hour Ruck: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $13.50 Fee
Fri 18th September 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$263.50
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