The 24 Hour Lions Roar
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The 24 Hour Lions Roar
The 24 Hour Lions Roar is an ultrarunning event held April 16–17, 2027 in Columbia, Missouri at Gans Creek Recreation Area. The weekend includes individual and team race formats across multiple time-based events and a youth Cub Run.
Event distances and formats
- 24 Hour Tag Team Championship
- 24 hour solo
- 12 hour solo
- 6 hour solo
- 1 Hour Cub Run, 0.25 mile loop for youth
Course details note a primary 2.5-mile loop that incorporates the D1 NCAA Cross Country Championship Course and adjacent soccer fields. The loop is described as well-groomed and suitable for continuous laps, including night running. The Cub Run uses a shorter 0.25-mile loop designed for younger participants.
The event features both solo runners and relay teams. Spectators can watch from the course loop and the start and finish area. Awards include top two male and female finishers in the 6, 12, and 24-hour solo events, top 10 all-time mileage leaders, and custom championship belts for members of the winning 24 Hour Tag Team. Additional recognition includes a custom belt buckle for completing 100 miles in 24 hours and a commemorative t-shirt for all participants.
Registration details list a t-shirt guarantee deadline of April 1 and a registration close date of April 11, 2027 at 11:59 PM CT. Published entry prices range from USD 35.89 to USD 279.48. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
