Painted Horse Urban Ultra
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Event overview
The Painted Horse Urban Ultra takes place on February 21, 2026, in Ocala, FL, with a listed location at 1 SE Broadway St. The event is presented as a self-supported urban adventure run rather than a timed race. The route is a loop instead of point-to-point and is navigation heavy. Organizers state there is no time limit and that race day registration is available.
Distances, route features and challenges
- 55k
- 25k
The longer route is described as about 55k and visits roughly 40 painted horse art installations. The 25k option follows a different route that overlaps some intersections with the 55k and visits at least 25 painted horses. The event is framed as an adventure, sightseeing trip, and scavenger hunt; participants should expect to navigate using turn-by-turn directions. There may be occasional water drops and special treats, but the event is not intended to be fully supported. A race book is available.
An associated multi-event challenge requires entry in three events and has two levels: a Full Challenge (Skunk Ape's Revenge 60k, Painted Horse 55k, Swan's Song 30k) and a Partial Challenge (Skunk Ape 30k, Painted Horse 25k, Swan's Song 30k). Completing the Full Challenge is noted to earn a buckle; an extra fee applies for challenge entries. The event is organized by the crew from the Where's the Finish? Podcast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.