Name: MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED
Start: 2026-10-16
End: 2026-10-16
Location: Springfield

About the Event

MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED

Date: October 24th
Start Time: Friday, 11:59pm
Distance: Approximately 13 miles
Time Limit: 3 hours and 15 minutes

Are you ready for a true test of endurance, speed, and grit? Welcome to the MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED, an event tailored for the hardcore, the brave, and those seeking an unparalleled challenge. This sucker is not for the faint of heart, losers, or whiners out there.

Race Details:

Start Time: As the clock strikes midnight, the race begins. October 24th marks the date where only the brave will step up to the challenge.
Course: This race is unique—no course markings, no volunteers, no directions. It’s just you, the night, and your determination. Navigate from point A to point B in the quickest way you can.
Distance: Approximately 13 miles lie between the start and end locations. How you traverse this distance is up to you.
Terrain: Sidewalks, roads, alleys, grass—choose your path wisely. The urban landscape of the night is your playground.
Time Limit: You have a maximum of 3 hours and 15 minutes to reach the finish line, after that- we're calling the cops to head out and look for you.

This race demands strategy, resourcefulness, and resilience. Without the usual race-day amenities and support, you're left to rely on your instincts and abilities. Do you have what it takes to conquer the MIDNIGHT Rat Race UNSANCTIONED?

Note: This event is unsanctioned and presents inherent risks. Participants must prioritize their safety and be aware of their surroundings at all times. This race is for experienced runners who understand and accept the challenge.

Races Offered

Half-Marathon-ish

Oct 16, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

timer

23:59

sell

$45.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Springfield.

thermostat Temperature

11.6° / 22.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.7° / 19.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 5m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

62.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:22

nightlight Sunset

18:35

About Springfield

Learn more about the host city, Springfield.

Springfield is the third largest city in the state of Missouri, with a population of more than 168,000, and more than 462,000 (2019) in the metro area. It is also known as the Queen City of the Ozarks, and the birthplace of Route 66. Though it's on a flat plateau, the more picturesque Ozarks are just southeast of the city.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of MIDNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Les Shaeffer	M	45	Neosho, MO	1:43:48
🥈	Taylor Spracklen	F	29	Buffalo, MO	1:43:48
🥉	Steve Gewinner	M	41	Springfield, MO	1:51:50
4	Joe Aceto	M	50	Springfield, MO	1:54:07
5	Mark Johnson	M	44	OzarkOzark, MO	1:55:43
6	Doug Hepler	M	50	Nixa, MO	1:55:48
7	David Willden	M	45	Springfield, MO	1:57:56
8	Jayla Lakey	F	24	Ozark, MO	1:58:48
9	Karissa Locke	F	23	Springfield, MO	1:58:50
10	Garry Adams	M	41	Springfield, MO	2:08:24
11	Weston Hood	M	22	Springfield, MO	2:15:20
12	Chris Hines	M	44	Springfield, MO	2:18:02
13	Katie Heflin	F	26	Rockaway Beach, MO	2:18:09
14	Melanie Heflin	F	23	Saint Peters, MO	2:18:27
15	Adam Stoddard	M	51	Springfield, MO	2:21:17
16	Jon Middelkamp	M	42	Nixa, MO	2:21:20
17	Samuel Stoddard	M	27	Springfield, MO	2:21:21
18	Logan Anderson	M	30	Springfield, MO	2:25:13
19	Zach Holstein	M	29	Springfield, MO	2:25:15
20	Vadim Grishchuk	M	20	Ozark, MO	2:31:53
21	Ayden Pennington	F	21	Springfield, MO	2:31:59
22	Hudson Allen	M	20	Springfield, MO	2:32:01
23	David Wissbaum	M	64	Nixa, MO	2:32:41
24	Jenna Smith	F	40	Springfield, MO	2:32:43
25	Anthony Jesse	M	46	Nixa, MO	2:33:03
26	Anonymous Anonymous	F	44	—	2:33:03
27	Bogdan Grishchuk	M	24	Ozark, MO	2:35:33
28	Rich Dameron	M	43	Springfield, MO	2:36:01
29	Heidi Thomas	F	55	Marshfield, MO	2:36:01
30	Gina Rendon	F	38	Willard, MO	2:36:16
31	Chalis Carter	M	40	Harrison, AR	2:38:09
32	John Johnson	M	35	Morrisville, MO	2:38:41
33	Zachary Hook	M	45	Springfield, MO	2:40:41
34	Kristen Hook	F	33	Clever, MO	2:41:26
35	Ashley Raines	F	39	Bolivar, MO	2:41:27
36	Keegan Tinney	M	31	Joplin, MO	2:41:29
37	Jonathan Tate	M	43	Benton, AR	2:44:38
38	Gerald Ledford II	M	46	Mayflower, AR	2:44:39
39	Ellen Hope	F	45	Little Rock, AR	2:44:39
40	Emily Mertensmeyer	F	41	Rogersville, MO	2:46:12
41	Benjamin Wahl	M	36	Springfield, MO	2:46:12
42	David Murphy	M	52	Long Lane, MO	2:54:11
43	Kristy Lang	F	29	Springfield, MO	2:54:11