Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN
- Distance
- Six Hour Night Trail Run · Six Hour Night Ride · Six Hour Night Wheelchair
From the Organizer
The Firefly Six Hour Trail Race is a six-hour timed night trail event. Run as many trail laps as you can in six hours.
Participants complete as many laps as they can on the Franke Park Trail network for up to six hours. The route consists of paved path, gravel and single track dirt trail.
Each loop will start/finish at the HUB. Only full loops will count toward your mileage total! The HUB is a multi-use facility built and maintained by the Summit City Singletrack mountain bike riding club. The HUB is equipped with picnic tables and shade triangles. The HUB will also be lit after sunset.
You can find the HUB between the gravel parking lot and Derby Hill.
There will not be an aid station on the course. Bring your own snacks and drinks to keep at the HUB. We encourage you to bring your favorite snacks and drinks to share at the HUB during the race. This is a great opportunity to share and try new trail treats.
New to Franke Park?
There are a few things to keep in mind:
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Trail pace is about two minutes per mile slower
- The trails are technical!
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Always be aware of your surroundings-branches can pop out of anywhere
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There are roots and rocks on the dirt trail-watch your step
Recommended Gear:
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Headlamp/flashlight. It’s a night race
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Folding chair
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Insect repellent
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Sun screen
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Snacks
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Water
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Hydration mis
Schedule of events:
3:30PM-4:45PM-Packet pickup
4:45PM-Race instructions and information
5:00PM-Race Time
11:00PM-Race awards
The Firefly is a group project. Bring your own nutrition and hydration and bring your favorite trail snacks to share. It’s a great chance to try something new!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Wayne, IN
Population
266,235
as of 2023
Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Days to train
- Race
- Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race?
- Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race is a running race held in Fort Wayne, Indiana on September 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firefly Six Hour Night Trail Race
Sep 5, 2026