Silver Moon Race
The Silver Moon Race is about challenging yourself, taking your endurance ability, and miles to new heights. Perfect for those who want to elevate from half marathons to marathons to ultramarathons.
You'll run in beautiful scenic locations in a 12K or for 6, 12, 24-hours, or 100-mile race on an awesome lap course. Go solo or in a 4-person team relay with your favorite running friends.
The race is always timed on a weekend closest to the full moon. Starting right before sunset and running through the night under the vibrant glow of the full moon and stars into the sunrise the next day. Providing a memorable running experience that is guaranteed to become a favorite!
Course Description
The Silver Moon Race: Kings River features a 2.5-mile loop course on flat, packed farm roads through the scenic agricultural landscape of Reedley. With easy terrain and a gentle profile, it’s ideal for building endurance or pushing your distance goals in a flexible format. Runners can stop, rest, and refuel as needed via the central lap checkpoint, making this event friendly to first-timers and seasoned ultrarunners alike. The race begins at sunset and continues through the night under the glow of the full moon and stars, finishing the next morning with the rising sun.
- 12K: Complete three laps (approx. 7.5 miles)
- 6-Hour, 12-Hour, 24-Hour: Run as many laps as possible within the time limit
- 100-Mile: Complete 40 laps (100 miles) within 30 hours; must reach at least 85 miles by hour 24
Lap progress is tracked with a self-managed system at the central leaderboard near the aid station, adding a fun and interactive element to each lap.
Race Perks
- Run 12K, 6-Hour, 12-Hour, 24-Hour, or 100-Mile race
- Collectible finisher medal
- Buckle for 100-Mile finishers
- Trophy for top finishers
- Official finisher certificate
- Official race shirt
- FREE race photos
- Chip timed event
- Supportive race volunteers
- Aid station with food and water
- Sunday post-race brunch
- An unforgettable race experience under the full moon
Event's current local time: 6:36 PM PT