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Anguei'Run
Bormes-les-Mimosas, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
174 km43.44 km21.72 km7.24 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Running Theme (Course Format & Challenge)
Backyard Ultra Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Elimination format on a 6.706 km loop starting every hour on the hour until only one runner completes a final solo lap. Browse 68 events (36 confirmed dates) and 130 races from 6 km to 174 km.
Events6836 confirmed dates
Competitions130Races & courses
Distances6 - 174 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ultra Trail Poulx - Last Survivor
Poulx, France
December 11, 2026Date confirmed
6.7 km
ForestMountain+4
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Backyard Series Agde
Agde, France
December 17, 2026 to December 18, 2026Date confirmed
40.24 km6.7 km
Night RunNature & Off-Road+2
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Miami Backyard Ultra
Miami, United States
December 19, 2026Date confirmed
6.71 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
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The Last Night
Teulat, France
January 23, 2027 to January 24, 2027Date confirmed
7.8 km
Night RunNature & Off-Road+3
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Diodurun
Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré, France
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
66 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Full Moon Infinity Marseille
Marseille, France
March 20, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
100.5 km40.2 km20.1 km13.4 km+1
City RunSeaside & Coast+6
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Infini'Flamme Trail
Luynes, France
March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027Date confirmed
19.8 km13.2 km6.6 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Anguei'Run | Bormes-les-Mimosas, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 174 km43.44 km21.72 km7.24 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2026 | Ultra Trail Poulx - Last Survivor | Poulx, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 6.7 km |
| Dec 17, 2026 - Dec 18, 2026 | Backyard Series Agde | Agde, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 40.24 km6.7 km |
| Dec 19, 2026 | Miami Backyard Ultra | Miami, Florida, US | Road Running | 6.71 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2027 - Jan 24, 2027 | The Last Night | Teulat, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 7.8 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Diodurun | Saint-Rémy-l'Honoré, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 66 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | Full Moon Infinity Marseille | Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 100.5 km40.2 km20.1 km13.4 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 - Mar 28, 2027 | Infini'Flamme Trail | Luynes, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 19.8 km13.2 km6.6 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 | Backyard of the Fadas | Miramas, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 6.71 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 | Poker Trail Mont Garrot | Saint-Suliac, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 6 km |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Easter Backyard | Cahors, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 6.7 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | Fréjus Backyard | Fréjus, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 6.71 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Elimination format on a 6.706 km loop starting every hour on the hour until only one runner completes a final solo lap. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Backyard Ultra theme currently spans 68 public events and 130 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Every runner who finishes the 6.706 km (4.167-mile) yard within 60 minutes qualifies to toe the line at the next hour. Primary disciplines include Trail Running and Road Running with race distances from 6 km to 174 km.
Alternating running blocks with brief camp resets requires disciplined lap timing, night gear, and mental composure. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +6,300 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Bormes-les-Mimosas, Poulx, Agde, and Miami. Notable events in this category include Anguei'Run, Ultra Trail Poulx - Last Survivor, and Backyard Series Agde. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Backyard Ultra events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Elimination format on a 6.706 km loop starting every hour on the hour until only one runner completes a final solo lap. RunningCompass currently lists 68 events with 130 individual competitions under the Backyard Ultra theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Backyard Ultra races?
Every runner who finishes the 6.706 km (4.167-mile) yard within 60 minutes qualifies to toe the line at the next hour. The 130 listed competitions span distances from 6 km to 174 km, led by Trail Running and Road Running. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Backyard Ultra?
Alternating running blocks with brief camp resets requires disciplined lap timing, night gear, and mental composure. Races in this theme reach up to +6,300 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Backyard Ultra events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Bormes-les-Mimosas, Poulx, Agde, and Miami. Notable events in this category include Anguei'Run, Ultra Trail Poulx - Last Survivor, and Backyard Series Agde. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 68 events by country, region, month, and distance.