Burning Man Ultra
Pershing County, United States • 1 Sep 2026
Event Information
The Burning Man Ultramarathon is a 50k race that takes place at the Burning Man event in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. The race is held on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026. The location for the race is the Pink Lightning Camp at Burning Man. Bib pickup is available on Sunday or Monday at the Pink Lightning Camp; runners are asked to check in before race morning.
There is no cost for the race itself, but participants need a ticket to the Burning Man event. The event is organized with the support of volunteers. The environment can include extreme heat, intense wind, dust storms, and rain.
The event is linked to the principles of the Burning Man community. A course map and video gallery are available, and past results are published. A related Facebook group exists for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.