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Silver Moon Race: Kings River

Date
April 17–18, 2027
Distance
6 hours · 12 hours · 24 hours & more
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From the Organizer

The Silver Moon Race is where runners of all levels come to chase big goals and have an unforgettable adventure chasing miles under the full moon and stars. Elevate your running and endurance on a gorgeous course through Central California’s orchards and vineyards along the Kings River. Your challenge, your pace, your night.

Whether you’re stepping up from half marathons or diving into the world of ultras, or going for your first 100-mile buckle, this race gives you the perfect environment to push your endurance and discover what you’re capable of.

Timed on the weekend closest to the full moon, the race begins at sunset and carries you through a night lit by moonlight and stars into the sunrise on the horizon. It’s a uniquely magical experience that keeps runners coming back year after year.

  • Beginner Friendly > 12K, 20K, or 40K
  • Ultra Challenges > 6, 12, 24-Hours, or 100-Miles
  • Run with Friends > Relay Teams
  • Worry Free > Fully supported overnight experience
  • Full Moon > Camping Experience

RACES

Choose the challenge that fits your journey—12K, 20K, 40K distances, or 6, 12, 24-hour time categories, or go for the ultimate endurance challenge of 100 miles in 30-hours, run it solo or with friends in a 2, 3, or 4‑person team relay. Running through a beautiful farm setting along the Kings River on a fast, scenic 2.5‑mile loop designed for flow, comfort, and confidence.

Whether you’re a first-time runner, a seasoned ultra runner, or just looking to have a great time outdoors with awesome people, the Silver Moon Race has something to match your fitness level and goals. Prepare for a one-of-a-kind race experience!

FIND YOUR RACE
 

RELAY EXPERIENCE

Take on the challenge solo or team up with your crew for a relay race that turns into a full‑blown adventure. Teams of 2, 3, or 4 rotate through laps and chase a shared goal—whether you’re chasing a set distance or stacking as many laps as you can before the clock hits zero. It’s the perfect blend of teamwork, strategy, and unforgettable race‑day vibes with good friends.

Camp, Cheer, Repeat

When you’re not on the course, you’re right in the heart of the action at your camp. Set up your home base on the course, cheer on your teammates, grab food, relax, and cheer on runners. The off‑course moments become part of the fun—laughing with friends, swapping stories, and gearing up for your next lap. 

Why Teams Love It
  • Shared accomplishment > every lap adds to something bigger.
  • Built‑in hype squad > your friends are right there to lift you up.
  • Festival atmosphere > music, camping, community, and epic vibes under the full moon and stars.
  • A race day you’ll talk about for years > because nothing bonds people like chasing miles together.

DISOCVER THE EXPERIENCE

This is running reimagined into a magical full moon running experience. Designed by runners, for runners, in a fully supported lap race built so you can go as long as you want, with easy access to your homebase camp and a fully stocked checkpoint every time you loop through. 

Every detail is meticulously planned, ensuring seamless race flow, an epic mega aid station, and passionate volunteers cheering you on deep into the night. When you cross that finish line, you’ll earn creative medals that celebrate your grit and make this race one you’ll never forget.

Get ready to have the Silver Moon Race become one of your favorite running experiences. Visit our official website for more details and register today to reserve your spot!

Learn more at SilverMoonRace.com

Events

6 hoursSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
12 hoursSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
24 hoursSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
100 milesSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
12KSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
20KSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →
40KSat, Apr 17 · 6 PMRegister →

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

80°

Typical Low

49°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Fresno 5 Ne, 19 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:22 AMSunset 7:34 PMDaylight 13h 12m

Host City

About Reedley, CA

Population

25,446

as of 2023

Elevation

351 ft

Nearest Airport

FAT

Fresno Yosemite International Airport · 20 mi

Time Zone

Pacific 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 Silver Moon Race: Kings River, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Silver Moon Race: Kings River
Date
April 17–18, 2027

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.

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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 Silver Moon Race: Kings River?
Silver Moon Race: Kings River is a running race held in Reedley, California on April 17, 2027. 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 Silver Moon Race: Kings River?
Saturday, April 17, 2027 in Reedley, California at 995 N Reed Ave, Reedley, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Silver Moon Race: Kings River?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Silver Moon Race: Kings River

Apr 17, 2027

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