Thriller: A Last Runner Standing Event

This ain't our first rodeo in pivoting when life tosses us freshly harvested lemons. Just to be clear ... WE ARE SOOOOO BACK and ready to rage for our 5th annual Last Runner Standing Party on 9/19/26. Save Vibe and Same Energy ... New Venue and New Name!

Test yourself physically and mentally while gathering and growing this incredibly amazing and diverse running community!
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The last runner standing format is a unique, energetic, and suspenseful concept and we fold in a ton of random prizes, awards and downright ridiculousness while routing runners through a compact and elevation friendly 1.5(ish) mile route that includes, trails, gravel roads, and rolling livestock fields just minutes from Charlotte, NC.

Pre-Event Gathering
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • (Lots and lots of) running, friends, beer and good vibes
  • Limited to the first 150 registrants 
  • Venue = 
  • >>>>>>>>> free parking
  • 1.5(ish) mi Looped course (always close to aid)
  • Course traverses active wildflower and produce fields
  • You determine your distance and duration​
  • Escalating incentives for various distances
  • Hosted on private land (hint: BYOFood and BYOBeer)
  • Event Beneficiary = ​
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REG?
  • "Last Runner Standing" party with friends & family
  • A chance to test yourself physically and mentally
  • Custom Psycho Event shirt
    • Made from eco-friendly materials by Recover
  • Custom Psychoactive souvenir race bib
  • Chance to earn goodies at various distances
    • 13.1 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 35 Miles, 50 Miles
  • 2 ice cold bevies (We'll get you started on this BYOBeer event ... 21+ only)​
    • New Belgium & homebrewed and hand bottled beer from the RD
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our partners​
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community
  • Financial support for conserving and preserving ...​
DETAILS:
  • ​Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • Location:
  • Address:
  • Start Time: 8:00am
  • End Time: Who knows ... you tell us!
  • Lap Schedule/Pace Chart: 2025 version HERE​
  • Elevation Gain: Roughly 125ft per lap
  • Standard Reg: $90​​
  • Last Call Reg: $100 (if available)

RUNNER RESOURCES

EVENT PHOTOS/VIDEO

RESULTS

Partners

Big ups to each of these amazing organizations for supporting this event and other human powered experiences.
Join us in showing them love with our collective buying power and support.

Thriller - FAQs

How do "Last Runner Standing" or "Elimination" events work?

  • All participants must start each lap together
  • Thriller will feature a 1.5 (ish) mi lapped course (####ft of elevation gain/lap)
    • Each lap will begin at set time increments with a diminishing clock​
  • Any participants that does not begin a lap is eliminated
  • Any participant that does not complete a lap within the time limit is eliminated
  • Participants who run faster will have more time to rest before the next lap begins​​
  • Race will continue until there is only 1 winner ... the "Last Runner Standing"​
  • Refer to the RUNNER RESOURCES section above for more info and details

What do I need to know for Event Day?

  • Parking lot opens at 7am for registrants. Space is limited. Don't park like a knucklehead. Same with "home base" set ups.
  • Participants can set up their "home base" around the start/finish area (Race HQ)
    • ​Race HQ will be close, but separate, from parking. Plan accordingly​
  • Course is a 1.5 (ish) mile loop that starts/finishes in the same location (Race HQ)
  • Participants are required to be fully self sufficient throughout the day
    • Shade, chair, change of clothes, lights (if necessary) etc. are the responsibility of each participant
    • ​Unlimited water and reasonably limited Tailwind/soda will be available at Race HQ
    • Participants are responsible for their main nutritional needs but we will have pretzels, chips, Sour Patch Kids, Farm grown and jarred pickles, etc.
    • Friends/family are welcome to support and crew at Race HQ, but cannot pace on course
  • Event is on private land. Thank Blackberry Ridge Farm for their hospitality. Enjoy their beautiful property. Be respectful and aware of surroundings at all times.​
  • There will be two port-a-johns at Race HQ ... plan accordingly​
  • We'll have coolers of beer (including Homebrew from the RD), when you finish or are eliminated
  • Our goal is to break you before sunset ... let's see what happens​

How does this event support our environment?

  • ​100% of additional donations during registration go directly to >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> who has .......
  • We collect your old shirts (cotton/poly/blends) to be recycled in Recover's 360 Closed Loop Apparel Recycling Program
  • We collect old sneakers to be recycled/repurposed with GotSneakers
  • We collect old race medals to be recycled with Sports Medal Recycling
  • As of 2024, HPM events are proudly "Cup Free" to reduce our environmental impact
  • As of 2025, HPM events are proudly "Safety Pin Free". Read more about this initiative HERE.
If you have Additional questions or want to support this event ... email us HERE​ 

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