Welcome to the official website of the
Mayo Midnight Marathon!

Saturday, June 18th, 2011

2011 marks the 16th consecutive year for our event and we are still as excited as we were the first year. This year's run will take an out-and-back approach with several hills and plenty of picturesque scenery along the route. The start times will be staggered between the different events starting with the Marathon at 8:00 PM. With the staggered start we will see more people finishing around the same time making it more exciting for onlookers at the finish line.

Each year we try to build off of the previous year's experience, with improvements and changes being picked up along the way. If you've got some ideas which might improve the event or you would just like to leave some feedback, we would like to hear it.

Some of the usual questions are answered below. Click here for information about Mayo, places to stay and things to do while you're in the neighborhood.

Events and Start Times

8:00 PM - Marathon
8:30 PM - Half-Marathon Walk
9:30 PM - Half-Marathon Run
10:00 PM - 5K Walk/Run
10:30 PM - 10K Walk
11:00 PM - 10K Run

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Mayo?
Fly to Whitehorse and drive 410 Km North to Mayo.
Car rental agencies are available in Whitehorse.
What can I expect for race day temperature?
Average temperature is 20° Celcius in early evening,
but can drop 8-10 degrees closer to midnight.
Are there late registration fees?
No, but please register two weeks prior to race day. Mailing address: PO Box 152, Mayo Yukon, Y0B 1M0. Cash or cheques accepted in Canadian funds. No visa.
Can my family join me at the breakfast?
Breakfast is for participants and volunteers only.
Are there lots of mosquitoes?
Not a problem if you keep moving!
Will I encounter wildlife on the trail?
In previous years there have been bear sightings.
Can my dog participate?
Yes, providing the dog is on a leash.

Directions from Whitehorse to Mayo

Comments from Previous Years

Andrew Kotulski, Montclair NJ "Great experience - Great race - Great people"

Elliot Aranoff, Toronto ON "Excellent marathon, well worth the trip. Great volunteers."

Sylvie Menelon, Mayo YT "Tough to run when you should be sleeping. But great to finish!"

Lisa MacKinnon, Halifax NS "Had a fantastic time!"

Tammy Allen, Halifax NS "Nice stroll by the 'Light of the Moon'. Thanks for the experience..."

A Big Thanks to all of the 2010 Sponsors!

Ben's Electric Ltd.	Bleiler Placers Ltd.
Ewing Transport Ltd.	Favron Enterprises Ltd.
First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun	Gammie Trucking Ltd.
Heartland Services	Keno Hill Exploration
Martin Contracting	Mayo Petroleum Sales Ltd.
Mayo Taxi & Bus Service	Minto Bridge Farm
Northstar Motel	Northwestel Inc.
Performance Plus Sportswear	Ping Pong Mining
Sourdough Mining	Stephron Resources
Summit Awards	Talbot Enterprises
Village of Mayo	Village of Mayo Recreation Board
Wilf's Contracting Ltd.	Yukon Energy Corporation
Yukon News	Zral Safety Services

Welcome to the official website of the Mayo Midnight Marathon!