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Painted Horse Urban Ultra

Name: Painted Horse Urban Ultra
Start: 2026-02-21
End: 2026-02-21
Location: Ocala, Florida

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Ocala, Florida, United States

calendar_today 21 Feb, 2026

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sell $15.00 – $20.00

About the Event

Embark on a quirky, self-navigated urban adventure through Florida's "Horse Capital of the World" at the Painted Horse Urban Ultra 55k & 25k, February 21, 2026. This low-key, unsupported event is more scavenger hunt than race, sending runners on a winding loop through Ocala to discover approximately 40 beautifully painted horse statues—the city's iconic public art installations. With turn-by-turn directions provided and no time limit, the focus is on exploration, sightseeing, and enjoying the unique charm of a run that prioritizes fun over competition.

Organized by the crew behind the "Where's the Finish?" podcast, the event embraces a spirit of playful endurance and community. It also forms part of the "Painter's Revenge Challenge," linking it with other local offbeat ultras for those seeking an extra layer of accomplishment. If you're looking for a supported race with medals and cheering crowds, look elsewhere; but if you crave a unique, navigation-heavy urban adventure with a dose of equine art, this is your perfect, bizarre running jam.

Races Offered

25K

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 25K

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$15.00

55K

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 55K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

07:00

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$20.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Ocala.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.7° / 23.2°

wb_sunny 10.1° / 22.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.7 /

water_drop 76.9%