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The 24 Hour Lions Roar

Columbia, United States • 17-18 Apr 2026

The 24 Hour Lions Roar is an ultrarunning event in Columbia, Missouri, held at Gans Creek Recreation Area. It features 6-, 12-, and 24-hour solo races and a new 24 Hour Tag Team Championship. Runners compete on a 2.5-mile loop that uses the D1 NCAA Cross Country Championship Course alongside adjacent soccer fields, creating a smooth, runner-friendly circuit for day and night laps.

A 1 Hour Cub Run offers a 0.25-mile loop for kids. Proceeds benefit Pascale’s Pals, aiding children and families at the local Children's Hospital. The event blends competition with community, awarding mileage milestones and tag-team champions in a high-energy atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Missouri Columbia

Race information

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24 km
24 Hour Lions Roar
24 km
24 Hour Tag Team Championship
12 km
12 Hour Lions Roar
6 km
6 Hour Lions Roar
1 km
1 Hour Cub Run (children 14 and Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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