The Pemberton 24

Event overview

The Pemberton 24 is a 24-hour running event held in Salisbury, Maryland, at Pemberton Park on September 18-19, 2026. Participants may enter as an individual (24Hr Solo) or as a four-person team. The format uses repeated 5K loops run hourly over the 24-hour period; runners may complete as many of the hourly 5Ks as they choose. Solo registration opens January 24, 2026, and four-person team registration opens January 25, 2026. The event is hosted by Algonquin Ultras Inc. and Wicomico County.

Format, support, and scoring

An aid station at the start/finish will provide cold water, snacks, gels, sodas, and additional items. Participants are asked to set up a camp area to rest or sleep between runs. This is a cupless race; runners must bring their own hydration, a chair, and a headlamp for nighttime running.

Traditional chip timing is not used. Scoring awards 1 point per completed 5K (maximum 24 points), plus a +1 bonus point for each 5K completed during the designated late-night window (up to 5 bonus points). Placing points per 5K are +4 for 1st, +3 for 2nd, +2 for 3rd, and +1 for 4th and 5th. A +10 bonus is awarded for completing all 24 5Ks. Ties are decided by a 0.6-mile sprint.

Divisions and rules

Divisions: Individual and Team (teams of 4; team score is combined). Awards go to the top three individuals by gender and the top three teams. Key rules: no bib transfers, deferrals, refunds, or bandits; bibs must be visible; no littering; stay on course; no pacers or crew on the course (crews allowed at start/finish only); no early or late starts; no animals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.