General Information

Introducing Swan’s Song Urban Run! This is a sister race to the Painted Horse Urban Ultra in Ocala, where participants run around the city to see painted animal statutes.

This is a low-key, self-supported urban adventure run. It is not a race. If you are aiming to set a course record or PR, this is not the event for you. However, if you like signing up for dumb events, running around strange places with a list of turn-by-turn directions, and taking pictures of painted swans, this is your jam!

This event requires navigation. It is not a race; it is an adventure, sightseeing trip, and scavenger hunt. There is no time limit, take all the time you need. There may be some water drops and special treats along the way, but don’t plan on this event being supported.

There are about {?} painted swans that you'll see over the 18(ish) miles.

The route is still being updated, but the race book will be uploaded here and sent via email once it is available!

What Are the Painted Swans?

The swans are from a project called Swansation, a public art project that was raising money for the children's museum! They are a nod to the real swans that were given to the city over a hundred years ago. Some have come and gone, but in this route, we will try to show you as many as we can!

The Painter's Revenge Challenge

If you are a true glutton for punishment, boy do I have a challenge for you! This challenge entails signing up for three races including: Skunk Ape's Revenge, Painted Horse Urban Ultra, and Swan's Song Urban Run.

Challenge Levels

Full Challenge: Complete Skunk Ape's Revenge 60k, Painted Horse Urban Ultra 55k, and Swan's Song Urban Run 30k. If you complete this challenge you will get a bright and shiny belt buckle to commemorate your achievement (photo coming soon).

Partial Challenge: Complete Skunk Ape's Revenge 30k, Painted Horse Urban Ultra 25k, and Swan's Song Urban Run 30k. Completing this challenge will get you a special medal commemorating doing all three events.

There is an extra charge if you wish to attempt either challenge. This covers the cost of the buckles and additional medal. You must sign up for this challenge on the Swan's Song Ultra Run page!

Where's the Finish? Podcast

This event is put on by the crew from the Where's the Finish? Podcast. Visit our website and learn more here: Where's the Finish?

Event's current local time: 11:05 AM ET