2026 Midnight Massacre

The 2026 Midnight Massacre takes place September 19 in Gainesville, TX, starting at 6:00 PM at 35 & Liberty venue off I-35. Riders choose from three distances: 25, 50, or 75 miles on gravel routes. The 25 and 50-mile routes are marked; the 75-mile route includes unmarked sections. All registered riders receive free access to Ride With GPS navigation. The event runs as a mass start time trial with no sprint finishes permitted. Water tables and resupply opportunities are available at the staging area between loops; no course amenities exist along the routes. Finishers receive snacks and cold drinks; on-site camping with full hookup and boondocking sites, pay-per-use showers, a restaurant, and bar are available at the venue.