The Double Days 48 Hour Race returns to Middletown, Ohio on October 9th, offering endurance runners a challenging course with community impact at its core. Participants can choose from several distance options including the 48-hour run and shorter events like the 24-hour run or the ruck march over twelve hours. The race takes place near Berachah Church in Middletown, Ohio, where runners will experience local landmarks such as pickleball courts and a playground area known locally as "A Field of Dreams." On race morning at around 7:00 am on October 9th, the air temperature is expected to hover between 9.1°C and 19.5°C with an average wind speed of about 10.6 km/h and humidity levels around 68.5%. The trail conditions are firm but slightly soft underfoot, providing a mix of mowed field paths through wooded areas and short stretches on pavement. Runners should prepare for the possibility of light rainfall during their race day. The Double Days 48 Hour Race has been an integral part of Middletown’s running community since its inception in 2015, attracting hundreds of participants each year who contribute to local charities such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Butler County alongside Abilities First. The event not only challenges runners but also raises funds for those less fortunate. The course features a flat looped path approximately one mile long with minimal elevation changes. Runners will encounter mowed fields, wooded trails, and short sections on pavement that include a small mound near the end which adds an element of interest to each lap completed. The race starts and finishes at Berachah Church located at 1900 Johns Rd in Middletown. The weather during the Double Days event typically ranges from cool early morning temperatures around 9°C to midday highs reaching up to 20°C, with an average wind speed of about 10 km/h. Humidity averages near 68%, and there is a slight chance for light rain falling below 2mm throughout the day.
The Double Days 48 Hour Race offers various distance options including the full 48-hour run as well as shorter events like the 24, 12, six, and three-hour runs. Pacers are allowed after 9:00 am on October 10th for those needing support during their race. For registration details, visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=139241 to secure your spot in the event at Berachah Church. Fees range from $50 for a three-hour run up to $275 for the 48-hour endurance challenge. Bib pickup is available on-site starting October 6th with ID required. All runners should meet at the start location at 1900 Johns Rd in Middletown, Ohio. Age requirements vary based on distance but generally are open from ages sixteen and up. Participants under eighteen must have a signed waiver by their legal guardian present at pickup or check-in day of event. The Double Days 48 Hour Race takes place annually in October near Berachah Church in Middletown, Ohio, uniting endurance enthusiasts for an impactful community experience.
Races Offered
12 Hour Ruck
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$120.00
12 Hour Run
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12 Hours
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$120.00
24 Hour Run
Oct 09, 2026
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24 Hours
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07:00
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$180.00
48 Hour Run
Oct 09, 2026
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48 Hours
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07:00
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$275.00
3 Hour Run
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3 Hours
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$50.00
6 Hour Run
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6 Hours
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$75.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Middletown.
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9.1° / 19.5°
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6.4° / 17.0°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 47m
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Avg rainfall
1.9 mm
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Avg wind speed
10.6 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
68.5%
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Sunrise
07:48
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Sunset
18:57
About Middletown
Learn more about the host city, Middletown.
Middletown is a city of 51,000 people (2020) in Ohio, north of Cincinnati and a short drive south of Dayton.
