Nevada · 50K
Burning Man Ultra
Burning Man Ultra is a 50K event held in Black Rock City, Nevada. It was last held on September 1, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 249 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Black Rock City, NV
- Field size
- ~249 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 1, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Black Rock City, Nevada
- Distances
- 50K
- Field size
- About 249 runners
- Registration
- burningman50k.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 5:00 AM PDT
About the Burning Man Ultra
Burning Man Ultra in Black Rock City, NV.
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Burning Man Ultra: common questions
- When is the Burning Man Ultra?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Burning Man Ultra held?
- In Black Rock City, Nevada.
- What distances does the Burning Man Ultra offer?
- 50K.
- How many people run the Burning Man Ultra?
- About 249 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Burning Man Ultra?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at burningman50k.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Burning Man Ultra?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed.
- What time does the Burning Man Ultra start?
- 5:00 AM PDT.
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