The Longest Night 50mi

DEC
20-21
2025
Read all about the The Longest Night 50mi on 20-21 Dec 2025 in Greenville.
20-21 Dec 2025
50 miles 50 kilometers 26 miles 13 miles 10 kilometers

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Event overview

The Longest Night is an overnight trail and ultra run scheduled for December 20-21, 2025 at Lakewood Nature Preserve, 220 Lakewood Drive, Greenville, SC. Donations and race proceeds support the Upstate Running Club youth team. Packet pickup is held inside the preserve barn. The event lists free admission to the preserve.

Course, distances, and support

The course uses a 1.5-mile loop on wide grassy trails with rolling hills. The venue offers free parking and space for tents or a setup inside the barn.

  • 50 miles - 34 laps
  • 50K - 21 laps
  • Marathon (26.2 mi) - 18 laps
  • Half marathon (13.1 mi) - 9 laps
  • 10K - 4 laps

Aid station items listed include hot soup and broth; pickles, chips, candy, and fig newtons; and water, Coke, and ginger ale. The event is cup-less, so participants must bring their own hydration vessel. Listed event swag includes a finisher medal, a custom race bib, a temporary race tattoo, event-themed giveaways, a collapsible hydration cup, and complimentary race photos. Volunteers who complete a 3-hour shift are offered a free entry to an Upstate Race Series-owned event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 mi
50 Miles
50 km
50k
26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k

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