Lafreniere Park, Metairie LA
Sunday, July 5th, 2026
Race Overview
- Date: July 5, 2026
- Location: Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003
- Distance: 26.2 miles completed in 13 two-mile loops
- Focus: Supporting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) boys
Participation Options
- Multiple Methods: Complete the marathon by bike, skates, or run
- Relay Teams: Form a team to cover the distance together
- Lesser Distances: Options for half marathon, 10k, and 5k
- Your Race: Enjoy it your way while supporting a good cause
Event History
- Previous Location: Held at Audubon Park for the first 18 years
- Virtual Years: Conducted virtually during Covid years (2020-2022)
- 24th Edition: Celebrating this year’s event at Lafreniere Park
- Legacy: Continuing the tradition of a unique overnight marathon
Virtual Race
- Availability: Complete your mileage between June 28 - July 5, 2026
- Flexible Options: Participate from anywhere to support the cause
- Inclusive: A way for everyone to take part
- Engagement: Join a community of supporters and runners
Mission of RaceMD
- Focus: Accelerating the search for DMD therapy to save lives
- Evolution: Moving from research to real therapy solutions
- Impact: DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US
- Support: Participate to fund treatments and therapies
Donation Information
- Beneficiary: All proceeds go directly to RaceMD
- Tax Deductible: All donations are tax deductible
- Use of Funds: For cell stem therapy to help boys with DMD
- Outcome: Evidence of life extension for patients
More Information
You can find more details and register for the race at the following link: Hotter Than Hell Marathon.
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