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Running Bitcoin Challenge 2026

Running Bitcoin Challenge 2026

Run or walk 21km in memory of legendary cypherpunk Hal Finney, starting on Running Bitcoin Day (January 10th, 2026) and continuing for 21 days until the end of the month.

All funds raised will benefit the Hal Finney ALS Research Fund.

How It Works

The challenge involves completing 21 kilometres over a 21-day period. You can run or walk at any time and any location. The event is open to all abilities.

The event begins on January 10th, commemorating Hal Finney’s famous “Running bitcoin” post — the first ever tweet about running the Bitcoin software.

How to Join

  • Register at runningbitcoin.us
  • Join as an individual, form a team, or join the official Bitcoin Runners group
  • Special incentives are available for 2026 participants

Share Your Proof-of-Work

Share your activities and images on Nostr and X using #RunningBitcoinChallenge to motivate others and show your proof-of-work.

Connect through Strava to track your progress and see how the community is doing.

Why It Matters

Since its inception, the Running Bitcoin Challenge has raised over $400,000 USD for ALS research in honour of Hal Finney — early cypherpunk, bitcoin pioneer, and the recipient of the first ever bitcoin transaction from Satoshi Nakamoto.

Because proof-of-work matters and, like Bitcoin, it will give you superpowers.