Red River Ultrafest
- Date:
- Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location:
-
100 22nd Ave S
Moorhead, Minnesota
56560
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links:
- runsignup.com
- Tags:
- Run Trail Ultra Walk
'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
-6 hours
-12 hours
-24 hours
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.
We're back, baby!
-Ty Casey