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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Mile Ultra Marathon | Ultra | Oct 3, 2026 | See registration | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:11 AM. The start sits about 1,370 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Fayetteville Farmer's Market & Historic Square, Fayetteville, AR 72701
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 59°F at dawn to 80°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 50°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Fayetteville Farmer's Market & Historic Square, Fayetteville, AR 72701Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,370 feet
- Distances
- Ultra
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Plan your race
Quick answers
- When is MIDNIGHT RECON?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026.
- How much does it cost?
- See the registration page for current pricing.
- What distances can I run?
- Ultra.
- Where does it start?
- Fayetteville Farmer's Market & Historic Square, Fayetteville, AR 72701.
From the organizers
This is Midnight Recon - The 36 mile ultra marathon covering all of Northwest Arkansas and takes place at midnight. Get your head lamps ready and run vests loaded. The course starts at the Fayetteville Square, goes through Springdale and Rogers, and ends at the Bentonville Square.
Signup at https://www.readygoeat.com/event-details/midnight-recon
What's in it for you?
Custom BOA race shirt
Post Race Meal prep
Finisher's Challenge Coin
Bragging rights
Oh, and if you win? $2,000 cash