Die to Run Backyard Ultra

MAY

16

2026

Die to Run Ultra is the backyard ultra where a dice roll dictates your fate each hour. Runners must complete a 1 to 6 mile loop in 60 minutes to survive, with the unpredictable distance creating a unique mental challenge. The last runner standing wins.

Sat 16 May 2026

Muskogee, Oklahoma

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Event Overview

The Die to Run Ultra is a backyard ultra-marathon event held at Hatbox Field in Muskogee, Oklahoma, where the distance runners must cover each hour is determined by a dice roll.

The Format

Five minutes before each hour, a six-sided die is rolled live. The resulting number (1-6) dictates the distance in miles for the next 60-minute loop. Runners must complete that loop within the hour to continue. The race proceeds hour after hour until only one runner remains.

Course Details

The course is a paved, out-and-back path around Hatbox Field, described as flat. An aid station provides water, ice, electrolytes, and snacks, with hot meals served every six hours.

Special Rules

Specific rules modify the dice rolls as the race progresses:

Mercy Rule: In the first two hours, a roll of 5 or 6 is re-rolled.
Rule of Threes: After 6 hours, rolling a 1 is treated as a 3.
Rule of Fours: After 12 hours, rolling a 2 is treated as a 4.

Finisher Award

Every runner who completes at least one full lap receives a custom-made, laser-engraved cedar block award. Restrooms and parking are available on-site. The race can be paused for lightning or severe weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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