SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026
- Date
- September 18–19, 2026
- Location
- 400 S Queen St, Dover, DE
- Distance
- SHSH Backyard Ultra
From the Organizer
2 miles every hour for 24 hours. To benefit Dover Police K9. This is a virtual event completed wherever you prefer. The event organizers ask that you submit proof of completion via Strava or any similar running app.
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
60°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dover, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dover, DE
Population
39,491
as of 2023
Elevation
29 ft
Nearest Airport
DOV
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base · 3 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
102
Days to train
- Race
- SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026
- Date
- September 18–19, 2026
- Location
- 400 S Queen St, Dover, DE
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026?
- SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026 is a running race held in Dover, Delaware on September 18, 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 SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026?
- Friday, September 18, 2026 in Dover, Delaware at 400 S Queen St, Dover, DE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
SHSH Backyard Ultra 2026
Sep 18, 2026