Moonlight on the Falls - Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and Distance Challenge

🌕 Event Overview

• Event: Moonlight on the Falls Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and Distance Challenge
• Date: August 23-24, 2025
• Location: Blackwater Falls State Park, Tucker County, West Virginia
• Website: Moonlight on the Falls Race

🌟 Nighttime Race Details

• Race Types: Marathon, Half Marathon, Distance Challenge (Ultra Marathon), Relay, and Quarter Marathon
• Course: Approximately 6.55-mile looped course starting at Pendleton Point
• Distance Challenge Timing: Begins at 10 pm and ends at 7:45 am
• Average Temperature: 55 degrees at night in late August

🎉 Festival Experience

• Atmosphere: Festival-like events for Packet Pick Up and Pre-Race
• Activities: Live music, vendors, food, and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Local Towns: Explore the unique towns of Davis and Thomas
• Fun Events: Various outdoor adventures available

⚠️ Safety Requirements

• Mandatory Gear: Reflective vest or similar gear and a headlamp
• Nighttime Safety: Roads closed to outside traffic for safety
• Fun Lighting: Participants encouraged to use glow sticks and fun lighting
• Participant Awareness: Make sure to follow safety protocols

🎽 Participant Swag

• Apparel: Super soft Triblend McClumsy long-sleeve T-shirt
• Finisher Medal: Every participant receives a finisher medal
• Additional Items: More swag items included for runners
• Quality: High-quality items to commemorate the race

👥 Distance Challenge Teams

• Team Setup: One person sets up the team and creates a password for teammates
• Individual Registration: Each participant registers and pays individually
• Timing Chips: New for 2024, all team members will have a timing chip
• Scoring Format: Total laps run will determine scores

🍽️ Sunrise Celebration

• Event Time: 7 am for all Distance Challenge participants
• Breakfast Items: Breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit, coffee, and juice
• Access: Show your Distance Challenge bib for marking
• More Options: Non-DC participants can purchase breakfast

🏆 Incentives

• Prizes: 2 nights of lodging and free entry to the 2025 event for winners
• Categorizations: Awards for Solo Distance Challenge Male and Female Winners
• Team Winners: Prizes for 2 Person, 4 Person, and 6 Person Team Winners
• Encouragement: Participants motivated with great prizes