Red River Ultrafest
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Moorhead, Minnesota
- Price $133.50 - $186.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for the inaugural Red River Ultrafest taking place on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, in the beautiful city of Moorhead, Clay. This exciting ultramarathon is designed to challenge endurance athletes and provide a unique opportunity for runners and ruckers alike to test their limits. Participants can choose from three thrilling time domains: 3 hours, 6 hours, or 12 hours, with registration fees starting at $125. Each category will feature both a Run/Walk and a Ruck option, ensuring an inclusive and competitive atmosphere for everyone.
The course showcases the natural beauty of the area, starting in Gooseberry and winding through scenic trails, across the bridge into Lindenwood, and north to Dike East, with each lap measuring 5 miles. With registration, athletes will receive a race t-shirt, a finishers award, and even a slice of pizza to celebrate their achievement! The event promises an incredible experience, including the best aid station ever, stocked with ample snacks and fuel to keep participants energized. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of Fargo/Moorhead’s first ultramarathon—mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of endurance and camaraderie!
The course showcases the natural beauty of the area, starting in Gooseberry and winding through scenic trails, across the bridge into Lindenwood, and north to Dike East, with each lap measuring 5 miles. With registration, athletes will receive a race t-shirt, a finishers award, and even a slice of pizza to celebrate their achievement! The event promises an incredible experience, including the best aid station ever, stocked with ample snacks and fuel to keep participants energized. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of Fargo/Moorhead’s first ultramarathon—mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of endurance and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
'Red River Ultrafest' is Fargo/Moorhead's first ultramarathon.
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 ($125 + fees)
-6 hours ($150 + fees)
-12 hours ($175 + fees)
Two racing categories for each time domain:
-Run/Walk
-Ruck (45lbs for men/ 35lbs for women) 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)
Saturday Sept. 20th, 2025
-6:00 am Registration 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-Hour Race Finish/Awards
Course Description:
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. There will be a lightly stocked water station at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your eagerness thus far.
-Ty Casey
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 ($125 + fees)
-6 hours ($150 + fees)
-12 hours ($175 + fees)
Two racing categories for each time domain:
-Run/Walk
-Ruck (45lbs for men/ 35lbs for women) 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)
Saturday Sept. 20th, 2025
-6:00 am Registration 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-Hour Race Finish/Awards
Course Description:
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. There will be a lightly stocked water station at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your eagerness thus far.
-Ty Casey
Races
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3 Hour: Red River Ultrafest
Incl. $8.50 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$133.50
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. $10.00 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$160.00
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. $11.50 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM CDT)
$186.50
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. $8.50 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$133.50
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. $10.00 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$160.00
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. $11.50 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM CDT)
$186.50
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.
Red River Ultrafest
