Midnight Rat Race - Unsanctioned

Midnight Rat Race – UNSANCTIONED is a nighttime endurance challenge in Springfield, Missouri. The course is about 13 miles from Point A to Point B with no markings, no volunteers, and no directions, demanding self-navigation across sidewalks, roads, alleys, and grass. Competitors must finish within 3 hours 15 minutes and rely on a GPS-enabled device, a headlamp, reflective gear, and a light.

Unique requirements include filming gas-station snack stops and a selfie in Downtown Springfield, plus GPS-tracker verification. Finisher rewards include a RAT-themed medal with attached trash, a race bib, a lottery ticket, post-race munchies, and a taxidermied rat for finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.