The Ceely Rose Twelve Hour Survival Run
- Date Sat 17th October 2026 - Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Lucas, Ohio
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at The Ceely Rose Twelve Hour Survival Run, taking place from Saturday, October 17th to Sunday, October 18th, 2026, at the scenic Malabar Farm State Park in Lucas, Richland. This unique event invites both solo runners and teams to tackle a captivating 2.25-mile course through a landscape rich in history and mystery. Participants will have 12 hours to complete as many laps as possible, making it the perfect test of endurance and spirit!
As you navigate the course, be prepared for a mix of pavement, gravel, and grass, all while keeping an eye out for the ghostly legend of Ceely Rose. With an engaging atmosphere and the thrill of night running, don't forget to bring your headlamps and reflective gear! Team relays are also available, allowing you to share the fun (or pain) with up to three friends. Enjoy aid stations, awards for top finishers, and the chance to create unforgettable memories—perhaps even a ghost story of your own! Secure your spot today as space is limited, and join us for an event that combines fitness, fun, and a touch of haunting history!
As you navigate the course, be prepared for a mix of pavement, gravel, and grass, all while keeping an eye out for the ghostly legend of Ceely Rose. With an engaging atmosphere and the thrill of night running, don't forget to bring your headlamps and reflective gear! Team relays are also available, allowing you to share the fun (or pain) with up to three friends. Enjoy aid stations, awards for top finishers, and the chance to create unforgettable memories—perhaps even a ghost story of your own! Secure your spot today as space is limited, and join us for an event that combines fitness, fun, and a touch of haunting history!
Organiser's Description
CEELY ROSE SURVIVAL RUN
OCTOBER 17TH @ 7PM
MALABAR FARM STATE PARK
SOLO RUN
* $40 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 06/01/2026
* $55 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 08/01/2026
* $70 REGISTRATION FEE AFTER 08/01/2026
TEAM RELAY - (PER RUNNER UP TO 4 RUNNERS)
* $30 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 06/01/2026
* $40 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 08/01/2026
* $50 REGISTRATION FEE AFTER 08/01/2026
DESCRIPTION:
JUST OVER 130 YEARS AGO AT A FARM HOUSE SITUATED ON THE CURRENT PROPERTY OF MALABAR FARM STATE PARK, 24-YEAR-OLD CEELY ROSE POISONED HER MOTHER, FATHER, AND BROTHER WITH ARSENIC. ALL THREE PERISHED. AFTER SHE CONFESSED TO THE MURDERS, SHE WAS SENT AWAY TO THE TOLEDO ASYLUM AND THEN LATER MOVED TO THE LIMA STATE HOSPITAL FOR THE CRIMINALLY INSANE. THERE SHE LIVED HER FINAL DAYS UNTIL AGE 61. CEELY WAS BURIED ON THE HOSPITAL GROUNDS, BUT MANY SAY HER GHOST REMAINS AT MALABAR FARM.
ARE YOU BRAVE ENOUGH TO RUN 12 HOURS PAST CEELYS HOME AND THROUGH PORTIONS OF MALABAR FARM? DONT LET THE PEACEFULNESS OF THE SETTING DISTRACT YOU..CEELY COULD BE RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!
THE COURSE IS APPROXIMATELY 2.25 MILES OF PAVEMENT, GRAVEL, AND GRASS. YOU WILL HAVE 12 HOURS TO COMPLETE AS MANY LAPS AS YOU CAN. IT IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE TO RUN, BUT YOU WONT BE ABLE TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN THE DARK SO BRING HEADLAMPS. AS PORTIONS OF THE RACE ARE ON THE ROAD, YOU WILL ALSO NEED REFLECTIVE/FIBER GEAR.
A TEAM RELAY OPTION IS ALSO AVAILABLE, SO BRING UP TO 3 OF YOUR FRIENDS (OR ENEMIES) AND SHARE IN THE FUN/PAIN!
WE WILL PROVIDE AN AID STATION ALONG WITH PORTA POTS AT THE START/FINISH LINE! YOU ARE ENCOURAGED ALSO TO BRING GEAR TO SUPPORT YOUR RACE (12 HOURS IS A LONG TIME).
AWARDS TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS AND A LONG-SLEEVED T TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BY 10/07/2026. SOME MAY EVEN LEAVE WITH A GHOST STORY TO COMMEMORATE THIS EVENT!
FUNDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE MALABAR FARM FOUNDATION [https://malabarfarm.org/] TO ASSIST IN PRESERVING THIS HISTORICAL LANDMARK. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE. AFTER ALL, YOU DONT WANT TO DISAPPOINT CEELY!
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO REGISTER TODAY!
OHIO RACE DAY [http://ohioraceday.com]
EVENT FLYER [http://ohioraceday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ceely-Rose-Paper-Flyer-2026.pdf]
COURSE MAP [http://ohioraceday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Ceely-Rose-Map.jpg]
MORE ON CEELY ROSE [https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/holidays/halloween/haunted-ohio-ceely-rose-murders-malabar-farm/95-ed2ad706-e468-4814-8bf0-25b0c165ae1e?fbclid=IwY2xjawEWJlFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHckYBLGsr5dAVh1z_rTR-x9BQQsiuVBNBjZ8IjYo_-mRyu_zt_xEjEC3UQ_aem_1zuuGa9rGsPNGarHtROeCw]
OCTOBER 17TH @ 7PM
MALABAR FARM STATE PARK
SOLO RUN
* $40 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 06/01/2026
* $55 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 08/01/2026
* $70 REGISTRATION FEE AFTER 08/01/2026
TEAM RELAY - (PER RUNNER UP TO 4 RUNNERS)
* $30 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 06/01/2026
* $40 REGISTRATION FEE BEFORE 08/01/2026
* $50 REGISTRATION FEE AFTER 08/01/2026
DESCRIPTION:
JUST OVER 130 YEARS AGO AT A FARM HOUSE SITUATED ON THE CURRENT PROPERTY OF MALABAR FARM STATE PARK, 24-YEAR-OLD CEELY ROSE POISONED HER MOTHER, FATHER, AND BROTHER WITH ARSENIC. ALL THREE PERISHED. AFTER SHE CONFESSED TO THE MURDERS, SHE WAS SENT AWAY TO THE TOLEDO ASYLUM AND THEN LATER MOVED TO THE LIMA STATE HOSPITAL FOR THE CRIMINALLY INSANE. THERE SHE LIVED HER FINAL DAYS UNTIL AGE 61. CEELY WAS BURIED ON THE HOSPITAL GROUNDS, BUT MANY SAY HER GHOST REMAINS AT MALABAR FARM.
ARE YOU BRAVE ENOUGH TO RUN 12 HOURS PAST CEELYS HOME AND THROUGH PORTIONS OF MALABAR FARM? DONT LET THE PEACEFULNESS OF THE SETTING DISTRACT YOU..CEELY COULD BE RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!
THE COURSE IS APPROXIMATELY 2.25 MILES OF PAVEMENT, GRAVEL, AND GRASS. YOU WILL HAVE 12 HOURS TO COMPLETE AS MANY LAPS AS YOU CAN. IT IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE TO RUN, BUT YOU WONT BE ABLE TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN THE DARK SO BRING HEADLAMPS. AS PORTIONS OF THE RACE ARE ON THE ROAD, YOU WILL ALSO NEED REFLECTIVE/FIBER GEAR.
A TEAM RELAY OPTION IS ALSO AVAILABLE, SO BRING UP TO 3 OF YOUR FRIENDS (OR ENEMIES) AND SHARE IN THE FUN/PAIN!
WE WILL PROVIDE AN AID STATION ALONG WITH PORTA POTS AT THE START/FINISH LINE! YOU ARE ENCOURAGED ALSO TO BRING GEAR TO SUPPORT YOUR RACE (12 HOURS IS A LONG TIME).
AWARDS TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS AND A LONG-SLEEVED T TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BY 10/07/2026. SOME MAY EVEN LEAVE WITH A GHOST STORY TO COMMEMORATE THIS EVENT!
FUNDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE MALABAR FARM FOUNDATION [https://malabarfarm.org/] TO ASSIST IN PRESERVING THIS HISTORICAL LANDMARK. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE. AFTER ALL, YOU DONT WANT TO DISAPPOINT CEELY!
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO REGISTER TODAY!
OHIO RACE DAY [http://ohioraceday.com]
EVENT FLYER [http://ohioraceday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ceely-Rose-Paper-Flyer-2026.pdf]
COURSE MAP [http://ohioraceday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Ceely-Rose-Map.jpg]
MORE ON CEELY ROSE [https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/holidays/halloween/haunted-ohio-ceely-rose-murders-malabar-farm/95-ed2ad706-e468-4814-8bf0-25b0c165ae1e?fbclid=IwY2xjawEWJlFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHckYBLGsr5dAVh1z_rTR-x9BQQsiuVBNBjZ8IjYo_-mRyu_zt_xEjEC3UQ_aem_1zuuGa9rGsPNGarHtROeCw]
Races
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12 Hour Endurance Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$43.40
A scenic but dark (of course) 2.25 mile route around Malabar Farm State Park -
12 Hour Endurance Run Relay
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$32.80
A scenic but dark (of course) 2.25 mile route around Malabar Farm State Park
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