Prepare for a unique urban ultra experience at Timely Nonsense, presented by CUSS Running in Chicago, IL, on September 12, 2026. This popular timed event offers runners the challenge of 3-hour, 6-hour, and 12-hour races, alongside a 124HR option. Taking place at Horner Park, the course features a flat or nearly flat paved loop, approximately .75 to .97 miles long, providing a consistent and manageable surface for accumulating mileage. Typical race day conditions in mid-September include comfortable highs around 78°F and lows around 61°F, with only a 12% chance of precipitation.

What truly sets Timely Nonsense apart is its celebrated "Nonsense" element. At the top of every hour, a new, lighthearted challenge is introduced, with past shenanigans including rolling down a hill or sliding down a playground slide. Completing all of these quirky tasks earns an extra prize, adding a layer of fun to the endurance test. The atmosphere is renowned for being incredibly social and supportive, with many participants describing it as a "reunion party" rather than a cutthroat competition. The looped course, run counter-clockwise, ensures frequent interactions among runners, fostering camaraderie and making it easy to sync up with friends at the aid station.

Strategically located at the start/finish line in the southwest corner of Horner Park, near the dog park, the single aid station is generously stocked with typical ultra fare and "quirky surprises." For additional sustenance or a special treat, a park vendor is also on-site, offering everything from hot dogs and popsicles to sodas and other ultra-runner favorites. Timely Nonsense prides itself on being an intimate, family-friendly event with an inclusive community that warmly welcomes runners of all paces, even extending free entries to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ athletes.