Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD

🏃‍♂️ About the Race

Have you ever wanted to complete an overnight marathon in the middle of the summer in New Orleans? This is your opportunity, whether an experienced runner or a 1st time Want A Bee, to participate in one of the most unique overnight marathon events in the country in support of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) boys. The HOTTER than HELL MARATHON for RaceMD is a self-timed overnight event/run of 26.2 miles completed in 13, two-mile loops.

📍 Event Details

• Location: Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003
• Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
• History: The race was held at Audubon Park for the first 18 years and was held virtually during the Covid years (2020-2022).
• Virtual Option: A Virtual Race option is available. Complete your mileage between June 29 - July 6, 2025, to finish the virtual race.

💙 Mission Statement

RaceMD® began with the mission to accelerate the search for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) therapy to save lives. Our mission has evolved from research to rescue as we fund real therapies for real patients NOW. DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US.

🤝 Support the Cause

• Donation-Based: This is a donation-based race benefiting RaceMD, a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) non-profit.
• Direct Proceeds: All donations and shirt proceeds go directly to RaceMD.
• Tax Deductible: All donations are tax deductible.
• Stem Cell Therapy: Funds are then used to provide cell stem therapy to boys who have DMD. This stem cell therapy shows evidence of life extension for the patients.

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the race page: Hotter Than Hell Marathon.