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Armed Forces Endurance Run 6-12-24 hours

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calendar_today 16 May, 2026

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About the Event

The Armed Forces Endurance Run (AFER) returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026, as a fixed-time endurance event dedicated to honoring active-duty service members and veterans. Hosted at the scenic Bixler Lake Park in Kendallville, Indiana, this year’s race proudly honors the U.S. Air Force, with commemorative swag designed to reflect this specific branch. Participants can choose between 6-hour, 12-hour, or 24-hour time limits, running as many loops as they desire within their chosen window around the beautiful 117-acre Bixler Lake.

Event Schedule and Logistics

The race is designed to support both individual endurance athletes and social teams, with facilities located conveniently along the lake-side course.

Activity Date Time / Location
Registration Deadline Thu, May 14, 2026 11:59 PM ET (Online)
Endurance Run Start Sat, May 16, 2026 8:00 AM ET
Live Music Performance Sat, May 16, 2026 Daytime (Veteran's Band)
24-Hour Finish Sun, May 17, 2026 8:00 AM ET
Course Details and Participation

Bixler Lake Park offers a diverse running surface that blends natural beauty with well-maintained pedestrian infrastructure.

Awards and Atmosphere

Recognition at the AFER is focused on personal achievement and honoring the military community through a celebratory environment.

Contact Information

For details on camping reservations, branch-specific swag, or relay team registration, participants can contact the race organizers through the official UltraSignup event portal.

Races Offered

12 Hour

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 12 Hours

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$140.00

24 Hour

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 24 Hours

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$200.00

24 Hour RELAY

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 24 Hours

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08:00

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$380.00

6 Hour

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 6 Hours

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$95.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Kendallville.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 10.4° / 21.4°
wb_sunny 7.5° / 19.1°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 13.2 /
water_drop 67.9%

About Kendallville

Learn more about the host city, Kendallville.

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Kendallville is a city in Wayne Township, Noble County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. The population was 10,222 as of the 2022 census.

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