Midnight Rat Race - Unsanctioned
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Event details
The MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED is scheduled for October 24, 2025 in Springfield, MO. The course is listed as approximately 13 miles and is unsanctioned. Organizers state the route will run between a start point and an end point that are released the week of the race, and the course has no markings, no volunteers, and no directions. Terrain may include sidewalks, roads, alleys, and grass. A time limit of 3 hours and 15 minutes applies; after the cutoff, emergency contacts will be notified and authorities may be contacted. The event is described as presenting inherent risks and is intended for experienced runners.
Rules, requirements, and included items
Participants are required to register and to use a GPS-enabled watch or app from start to finish. To be eligible to finish or win, a runner must record at least 12 miles on their GPS device. Additional requirements include stopping at least once at a gas station and recording a video of eating a hotdog, pizza, or hamburger, and passing through the Downtown Springfield Square with a selfie for evidence. Required gear includes a race bib worn on the front, a smartphone, something reflective, and a light source such as a headlamp. Prohibited actions include using transport other than running on foot, trespassing on private property, and breaking traffic laws. Registration for the listed event shows a fee of $55. Registered participants receive a custom rat medal with an attached piece of trash, a custom race bib, a lottery ticket, and post-race munchies; overall winners are listed to receive a taxidermied rat. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.