Night Howler 50
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Night Howler 50
The Night Howler 50 is an overnight ultramarathon on June 26, 2027, held at Hoover Sports Park East in Hoover, Alabama. The event is organized by The Running Birds and uses a lap format that totals 50 miles.
The course is a clearly marked 2.5 mile loop that crosses a bridge above the Cahaba River and descends four flights of stairs into wooded trails. Runners complete twenty laps to reach the 50 mile distance. The course is generally flat with a few small inclines and declines. The event includes a 16 hour finish cutoff, equivalent to a 19:12 per mile pace, to be an official finisher and qualify for the custom belt buckle.
Packet pickup occurs on race day at the start/finish area by the field house and concession stand; participants receive a race bib and a custom t-shirt, and positive photo identification is required. The start/finish area also hosts the main aid station, which provides food and hydration throughout the event. This is a cup-less event; competitors must provide their own cup or bottle.
There is space for crew tents and personal aid stations outside the race course. Pacers are allowed on course at any time. All participants must be 19 years old or older. The organizer states that no refunds will be issued; entries may be transferred to another runner or deferred to the following year. First aid, supplies, and an AED are provided by an on-site medical partner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
