May Madness 50K
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Event overview
The May Madness 50K takes place near Hoffman, North Carolina on May 23, 2026. The race format is ten consecutive 5K laps run over the same day. Breaks between laps do not count toward finishing time. Participants must start each lap with the group and complete all ten laps to be recorded as a May Madness 50K finisher. Free camping is available the night before; tents and campers are welcome but there are no hookups. Register by May 13 to receive a shirt. Overall first place male and female receive pottery awards. Registration is limited; there are no refunds, deferrals, transfers, or wait lists.
Course, logistics and rules
The loop is wheel-measured at approximately 5K and is entirely natural surface: sand, dirt, leaves, pine straw, and similar terrain. Shade is minimal and there is no water on the course, so runners are advised to carry their own bottle. The aid station will offer water, Gatorade, some snack items, and basic first aid, but participants should bring ample personal food, ice, a cooler, a chair, and a pop-up shelter for resting. Dogs are not allowed on the course unless another person monitors the dog while the runner is running. Littering can result in disqualification. The event director may stop, pause, disqualify, delay, or cancel laps for safety reasons, and event information may change. Registration fees vary by date and include an additional registration service fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.