Pemberton 24: Festival of 5ks The Pemberton 24 is a wild, one-of-a-kind endurance challenge where you—and/or your team—can run as many 5Ks as you'd like over a 24-hour period. Starting Friday, September 18th at 6:00 PM, a new 5K will begin every hour on the hour, with the final one kicking off at 5:00 PM on Saturday, September 19th.Each 5K takes place on the scenic trails of Pemberton Park in Salisbury, Maryland, hosted by Algonquin Ultras Inc. and Wicomico County. An aid station at the start/finish will be stocked with cold water, snacks, gels, sodas, and plenty of surprises. Runners are encouraged to set up a camp area to rest, sleep (if you can), and connect with fellow participants and volunteers between runs.Important RemindersThis is a cupless race. All runners must bring:A headlamp (required for nighttime running)Their own hydration (bottle, vest, belt, or handheld)A chair to rest between eventsTiming & ScoringTraditional chip timing won’t be used. Instead, runners earn points for
each completed 5K, provided they finish within the hour and start on time with the group. Time doesn't matter—placement does, especially for the top 5 male and female finishers.Point System:1 point for completing each 5K (up to 24 points)+1 bonus point for each 5K run during midnight through 4:00 AM (up to 5 bonus points)Placing Points (per 5K):1st: +4 points2nd: +3 points3rd: +2 points4th & 5th: +1 point eachBonus: +10 points for completing all 24 5KsIn case of a tie, a 0.6-mile sprint will decide the winner.Categories:Individual DivisionTeam Division (teams of 4 runners)Teams accumulate a combined score from their members. The top five male and female team runners can earn placing points, using the same system as individuals.Awards:Top 3 individuals (men & women) and top 3 teams will receive awards.Rules to Remember:No bib transfers, deferrals, refunds, or banditsBibs must be visible at all times to receive creditNo littering—pack it in, pack it outStay on course; off-course runners are
disqualifiedNo pacers, no crew on the courseCrews are allowed at the start/finish area onlyNo early or late starts (you may choose to skip any number of 5Ks)No dogs or animals allowedJust to be clear:You could run the first 5K at 6 PM, skip a few during the night, then come back Saturday morning, run a few 5ks, take a nap and then run the last three 5ks —your race, your 24 hours. Event's current local time: 4:29 AM ET