Run Through the Darkness
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 10K · 5k · 1 Mile
From the Organizer
Run Through the Darkness is an annual event that has been created to raise awareness, provide vital information and to unite a community of people to support one another through Recovery, Mental Health and Suicide Awareness.
Packet Pickup:
The Branson Rec Plex, 1501 Branson Hills Parkway, Branson, MO, 65616
Friday, September 18th, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
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
83°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ozark Beach, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Branson, MO
Population
12,760
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
BKG
Branson Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run Through the Darkness, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- Run Through the Darkness
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run Through the Darkness?
- Run Through the Darkness is a running race held in Branson, Missouri on September 19, 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 Run Through the Darkness?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Branson, Missouri at 100 Branson Landing Blvd, Branson, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run Through the Darkness?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run Through the Darkness
Sep 19, 2026