Event Overview
| Date | Oct 23-25, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | South Beach State Park, Newport, Oregon, USA |
| Format | 48-Hour, 24-Hour |
| Terrain | Mixed |
| Region | North America |
| Distance / duration | 48 hr / 24 hr / 12 hr / 6 hr |
| State / area | Oregon (OR) |
| Course model | Loop |
| Edition note | Registration on UltraSignup closes Thursday, October 22 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time, and prices rise after October 15. The free T-shirt was guaranteed only for entries made by October 12. The organizer's event page still carries 2025 dates in its title, but its race calendar and UltraSignup give October 23–25, 2026. |
| Cutoff | 48 or 24 hours depending on entry; the 48-hour race ends Sunday, October 25 at 9:00 AM |
| Start | 9:00 AM Friday (48 hours and 24 hours); 9:00 AM Saturday (second 24-hour start) |
| Field size | No individual cap is published. The 48-hour team relay (six runners per team) and the 24-hour team relay (three per team) are each capped at 10 teams. |
| Highlights | Ofrenda at the Start, Two 24-Hour Starts |
Course & Terrain
A single loop of mixed trail and pavement, wheel-measured at 3,856 m (about 2.4 miles) and mostly flat, starting by the Nine Hole Disc Golf Course.
Entry & Logistics
| Registration and fees | Check the official event website for current availability, deadlines, prices, taxes, and refund terms. |
|---|---|
| Support model | A large aid station at the start/finish, a warming tent, a drop bag area and space for personal tents. Runners may use their cars as personal aid stations. Laps are chip-timed and shown on large screens at the end of each loop. |
| Logistics note | The park is just south of the Yaquina Bay Bridge. Park free in the Day Use lot, about 800 ft from the start, and drop gear at the Nine Hole Disc Golf Course, where parking is not allowed. Shorter 12-hour and 6-hour races start at intervals from Friday morning to 3:00 AM Sunday. |
Why This Race Matters
Ardor Adventures built the race around the Día de los Muertos tradition: runners can leave offerings for loved ones at an ofrenda before they start, and the McMinnville group Huehca Omeyocan performs traditional Aztec dance. UltraSignup lists results for every year from 2018 to 2025, which makes 2026 the ninth edition.
Preparing for a Race Like Día de los Muertos Endurance Run
The 48-hour race guide covers the format as a whole. These guides go deeper:
- 48-hour races explained: Rules, pacing, sleep decisions, fueling and crew support.
- How to train for a 48-hour race: Durable movement, sleep planning, foot care and fueling practice.
- Sleep strategy for multiday races: An individual sleep plan with safe locations and clear stop criteria.
- Second-night survival guide: Sleep, crew checks and caffeine decisions for the second night.
Planning Notes
- Start conservatively and use flexible process checkpoints for effort, walking, food, fluid, alertness, and symptoms instead of forcing one hourly distance target.
- Prepare several rest options before race week. Stop for sleep or assessment if alertness, coordination, or safe decision-making deteriorates.
- The directory marks this as having comparatively simpler logistics. That editorial label is not a safety rating; verify cutoffs, terrain, support, crew access, and withdrawal procedures.
- No refunds for any reason. Entries can be transferred to another runner at no cost until three weeks before race day.
Event FAQs
What awards are there at the Día de los Muertos Endurance Run?
Runners who complete 11 loops receive a finisher medal, and those who pass 50 or 100 miles receive a belt buckle. The overall male and female winners of each race receive awards, with special awards for the team relays.
Related Preparation
- Browse the curated 24-hour race calendar
- Compare this race in the full 2026 calendar
- Browse the 24-hour race calendar
- Browse the 48-hour race calendar
- Open the 48-Hour format guide
- Compare all race formats
- Use the timed-race pace calculator
- Build a crew and drop-bag plan
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Verification & Sources
Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated October 12, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.
- Organizer's 2026 registration, schedule and race details (UltraSignup) — https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=143293
- Official event page (Ardor Adventures) — https://ardoradventures.com/events/dia-de-los-muertos/
- Ardor Adventures race calendar with 2026 dates — https://ardoradventures.com/events/
- Multiday Running event directory review scope: October 12, 2026.