
From the Organizer
The second annual Backyard Ultra Tailgate is back- Bigger and Better in 2026
Starting at 8 am November 7th 2026 we will be going out every hour on the hour for a 5k course on the swamp rabbit trail. Go for 1 lap or 10 whatever you're up for.
When you finish each lap we will have games, raffles, vendors, and football on a big screen
Bring a lawnchair and snacks
More info to come :)
OVC Kenya:
Proceeds from this event will be going to OVC Kenya- a program that provides sustainable support and promotes long term relationships with vulnerable children in Kenya by partnering with local churches to provide physical, academic, and relational support to children in need within these local communities. Children are provided with an education and opportunity to develop life skills and grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The goal of this program is to break the cycle of poverty within these communities with this help.
Raffles:
Each lap will be sponsored by a local business with a corresponding raffle prize every hour. Every lap completed cut off mark is 55 minutes earns you a raffle ticket (must be completed within 55 minutes to earn a ticket)
Extra raffle tickets will be available for purchases to benefit the OVC Kenya program for $3 a ticket or 4 for $10
Distances & Pricing
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Coming Up
High School Post Season Track
Cottonmouth 8 Mile & Beerlay
Firecracker 4 Mile / 12th Annual / Charleston
Spring Water Festival 5K
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Backyard Ultra Tailgate
Nov 7, 2026