Summit Survivor Backyard Ultra at Kissing Bridge

Join us for this unique 12 hour endurance event!

Start Date

October 3, 2026

End Date

Start Time

6:00 am

End Time

8:30 pm

Location

Kissing Bridge Resort

Estimated Attendance

Endurance Event

Summit Survivor Backyard Ultra at Kissing Bridge

Runners leave every hour on the hour to run a 3 mile loop.

Runners left standing in the 12th hour will race for the winning title.

HOW IT WORKS:

- Athletes will line up at the top of the hour starting at 8:00 a.m.

- After a loop is completed, check-in with event staff.

- Laps 1 - 11 require manual check-in & lap tracking

- Lap 12 will be electronically timed with an ankle chip.

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Summit Survivor is a self-supported race, where runners should rely on their own crew for fueling, hydration, and race assistance. There will be a crew aid station area where you can set up your own tent to easily access after each loop at the start/finish area. The race WILL provide a water station at the start/finish line along with a light snack - but again, you should be reliant on your own aid station for fuel and hydration during the race. This will be a cupless race, so runners will need to provide their own water bottle/flask/bladder to refill their water.

*For your safety and security, a headlamp is required once it gets dark. Please bring a headlamp and wear it while running after sunset. Runners will not be permitted to continue on the course after dark without a headlamp.

*Please note runners should bring their own tent for their aid stations.

Summit Survivor Awards & After-party will take place directly after the race!

DJ Justin York will be playing music on the hill from 4-8:00pm

Live Music by Barnstorm playing in Lake Effect from 8:30-11:30pm

Stick around for a chance to win some great prizes! We will be selling raffle tickets throughout the event to raise money for our non-profit, "Beyond the Bridge"

Beyond the Bridge is Kissing Bridge’s nonprofit dedicated to expanding outdoor access and supporting mental and physical wellness across Western New York. Raffle proceeds fund youth programs, community partnerships, and access to the slopes for people who wouldn’t otherwise get there.

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Click here to read the full press release and learn more about this event.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Click below for details about sponsoring this event.

Contact Jennah Bradley at marketing@kissingbridge.com if you're interested in becoming a sponsor.

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Adventure

Schedule

Join us for a weekend filled with exciting activities and engaging sessions for all ages.

8:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
In-person
Online
John
Main Hall
9:00 AM
Keynote Address
Online
Emily
Virtual Room
10:00 AM
Panel Discussion
Online
Sarah
Virtual Room
8:00 AM
Workshop Session
In-person
Online
Michael
Room A
9:00 AM
Networking Event
In-person
Anna
Virtual Room
10:00 AM
Closing Remarks
In-person
David
Virtual Room
8:00 AM
Family Activities
In-person
Online
Lisa
Activity Center
9:00 AM
Final Wrap-Up
In-person
Tom
Virtual Room
10:00 AM
Event Feedback
In-person
Rachel
Virtual Room

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