Red River Ultrafest

Moorhead, United States • 18-19 Sep 2026

Red River Ultrafest

The Red River Ultrafest is described as Fargo/Moorhead's first ultramarathon. The event offers multiple timed races for participants to cover the maximum distance they can within a set period. The event features both running/walking and rucking categories, with ruck participants required to carry a 35-pound pack they supply themselves.

The races are organized by time domain:

  • 3-hour race
  • 6-hour race
  • 12-hour race
  • 24-hour race

Registration includes a race t-shirt, a finisher's award, finish pizza, and snacks and fuel at the aid station. The event is scheduled for September 18-19, 2026, at the Large Shelter on North Side of Park at 100 22nd Ave S in Moorhead, MN. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 Hour Ruck
24 Hour
24 Hour Ruck
3 Hour
12 Hour
6 Hour
6 Hour Ruck
3 Hour Ruck
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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