Darkness at Round Top - Halloween Night Race
Round Top, NY
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
57 Ravine Dr, Round Top NY
44–59°F · some rain risk
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2025
38–56°F
dry
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46–60°F
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39–61°F
dry
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50–59°F
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2021
40–56°F
dry
2020
44–66°F
dry
2019
38–65°F
dry
2018
41–50°F
dry
2017
63–70°F
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44–51°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Welcome back to the 20th Annual Darkness Halloween Night Race and our 3rd year at Ridelbauer's Resort at Round Top! This is an awesome venue with beautiful trails maintained by the RoundTop MTB Association, and Ridelbauer's resort will provide amazing food, drinks, and vibes for all racers and spectators! Plus, Church St. Catering will be there with the best food truck in the Hudson Valley!
Race Information
- Date: 2026-10-24
- Start Time: 7:00 PM, racers will start at 1 minute intervals.
- Contact: timsespraces@gmail.com
Course Details
The course will be a 7.5 mile loop consisting of some of the best trails around. Lighting system should have at least 1.5 hour burn time with back up light. All intersections will be marked with flashing lights.
Awards and Costume
- Awards: Great awards for top 3 finishers in each class.
- Costume Contest: Awards for best costume, please make an effort to wear a costume!
Venue Information
- Location: Ridelbauer's Resort, 57 Ravine Drive, Roundtop, NY 12473
- More Info: Tim - timsespraces@gmail.com
- Registration: Register here
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