Firefly Six Hour Trail Race
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Event overview
The Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race is a timed night event held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, in Fort Wayne, IN. Participants attempt to complete as many laps as possible within six hours. The event includes three entry options: Six Hour Night Trail Run, Six Hour Night Ride, and Six Hour Night Wheelchair. Entry fee for each event is $10.
Course and format
The course uses the Franke Park trail network and includes paved path, gravel, and single-track dirt. Each loop starts and finishes at the HUB; only full loops count toward a participant's total. The HUB is a multi-use facility maintained by the Summit City Singletrack mountain bike club, located between the gravel parking lot and Derby Hill. The HUB has picnic tables and shade triangles and will be lit after sunset. There is no aid station on the course.
Logistics and safety
Organizers advise that trail pace is about two minutes per mile slower and that trails are technical. Runners and riders should watch for branches, roots, and rocks. Packet pickup is available before the race, race instructions are given immediately before the start, and awards follow the event.
Recommended gear
Recommended items include a headlamp or flashlight, folding chair, insect repellent, sunscreen, snacks, water, and hydration mix. Participants are encouraged to keep their own nutrition and drinks at the HUB. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
