The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run is considered a bucket-list races. It is a uniquely Alaskan event, attracting participants from all over the world.
This year's race will be held on June 20, 2026, with a start time of 10PM. Starting at the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, participants wind 6.2 miles through area neighborhoods lined with thousands of high-spirited spectators. The course ends at Pioneer Park, where the festivities continue until well after midnight.
The race is chip timed, with an elite runner corral that allows serious runners a place at the head of the race, while also supporting every pace and ability. The costumed division is perhaps one of the most anticipated aspects of the race, showcasing true Fairbanks creativity.
Proceeds from the race support the mission of Fairbanks Resource Agency (fra-alaska.org) and the Paula Kothe Scholarship Award, which gives $6,000 in scholarships to local student athletes.
Visit
https://midnightsunrun.net/ (Midnight Sun Run website) for details and registration information.
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