2025 Last Stand U.S. Army Backyard Ultra and mini-ultra

 You’re Invited to Run With Purpose! 

Celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States Army
and Flag Day at the Last Stand Army Backyard Ultra & Ultra Mini
🗓️ June 14th | 🕓 Start Time: 8:00AM | 📍 Midlothian, VA

Join us this Flag Day, June 14th, for a truly special event honoring the 250th Birthday of the United States Army — the Last Stand Army Backyard Ultra and Ultra Mini. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a patriot at heart, or someone who simply loves a good challenge, this event is for you.

What’s a Backyard Ultra?
It’s more than a race — it’s a test of will, grit, strategy and endurance. Runners complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour with exactly one hour to finish each loop. The race continues  until only one runner makes it back to the start line, on time,  to begin the next loop. Think of it as a mental and physical battle… just like those faced by the brave men and women of our armed forces. It’s not about speed — it’s about perseverance, determination and strategy.   The Backyard Ultra is your race to run........ however you see fit.  Set a lap goal or a mileage goal.  Or run to be the Last runner standing.  It's all up to you but you will feel a great sense of pride with every loop you complete.

Not ready to go the distance?
No problem. Our Ultra Mini is the perfect option. You choose your number of loops. One. Two. Maybe more. Just enough to test your resolve and get a taste of the camaraderie and challenge of a Backyard Ultra.  You might choose to run as a pacer for one of the ultra-runners. You might just catch the "Ultra Bug". 

A Challenge Like No Other
The race begins at 8:00AM, and as the sun continues to rise, you’ll be running under the vast Virginia sky. With each passing hour, the challenge intensifies — not just against your body, but against will, your stamina and your determination.  

Camaraderie

There is no camaraderie like that of a group of ultra-runners, their support crew and the folks that come to cheer them on.  Unless you have experienced it, you'll just have to take my word for it.

ROUTE MAP:   https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/add_to_website/6502744729 

Every runner receives 
Custom-designed race shirt — featuring the U.S  Army logo on one shoulder and the American Flag on the other, because this run is about more than miles — it’s about honoring service, sacrifice, and legacy.

Whether you're pushing for the last lap, a personal goal or proudly completing the Mini, this is a must-run event for anyone who believes in a challenge and has a spirit that is enduring, resolute and relentless. 

Active duty military, military families and veterans, please use the code Active when registering for a deep discount as our way of saying thank you!

Sign up today — and stand strong in honor of the United States Army and Flag Day!
How will you answer the call?  "One more loop"