Obstacle Race Calendar United States 2025-2026

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Phoenix Spartan Weekend

Avondale, Arizona

5 km 10 km Half Marathon

Take on Phoenix Spartan Weekend at Phoenix Raceway Nov 22 to 23, 2025 on a fast course that mixes racetrack speed with rugged trails and obstacles. Celebrate with music and beer gardens and earn medals and tees or go for the Trifecta.

22-23

San Antonio Spartan Event Weekend

San Antonio, Texas

5 km 10 km Half Marathon

Conquer rolling hills, creek crossings, and wildlife-packed trails at the San Antonio Spartan Race near Sandy Oaks Ranch on November 22 and 23, 2025. Choose Sprint Super or Beast races, bring the kids, or earn a Trifecta for the ultimate challenge.

New England DEKA FIT Roadshow

Storrs, Connecticut

5 km

Push your limits at the 2025 New England DEKA FIT Roadshow in Storrs, CT on Nov 22. Tackle ten functional fitness zones with 500 meter runs between each for a 5 km challenge and earn a finisher tee, medal, and DEKA FIT wedge.

Cajun Strong

Lafayette, Louisiana

Cajun Strong 2025 at Moncus Park in Lafayette mixes quarter mile runs with pushups, hill climbs and a pirogue pull in a repeated round strength and endurance challenge. Full, Half and Kids options include a 10 week training plan.

5KX - The HYBRID 5k

West Palm Beach, Florida

5 km

Join 5KX The HYBRID 5k in West Palm Beach on Nov 22 for a unique race that alternates 800m runs with challenging functional fitness stations. Run, lift and carry through a course that rewards speed and grit.

December 2025

5-7

Fr - Su

DEKA World Championship

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

5 km

The 2025 DEKA World Championship comes to Fort Lauderdale Dec 5 to 7 with three days of DEKA FIT, DEKA MILE and DEKA STRONG. Test speed and strength across run and functional fitness zones, chase a global leaderboard spot and earn finisher swag.

Angry Cow Trail Run / Obstacle Race

Beatrice, Nebraska

2 mi 4 mi 6 mi

Celebrate the season at the Angry Cow Holiday Trail Run in Panama, Nebraska, with 2, 4 and 6 mile options along wooded paths, creek crossings and converted rail trails. Beanies, snacks and awards included, and a new rucking division adds a fun challe..

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Central Florida Spartan Weekend

Zolfo Springs, Florida

5 km 10 km Half Marathon

Run the Central Florida Spartan Weekend at Skipper Ranch in Sebring, FL with Sprint, Super and Beast options and a Trifecta pass. Tackle muddy trails and classic Spartan obstacles then celebrate with medals and finisher tees.

Holiday Hyrox Race Sim

Belmont, Virginia

Celebrate the season with a holiday themed HYROX race simulation blending running and the HYROX fitness circuit at Ferguson Fitness Rivers Edge in Roanoke on December 13, 2025. Multiple morning heats; register by December 12.

January 2026

Friday

The Ultimate Ram Challenge Winter

Chattaroy, Washington

Take on the Ultimate Ram Challenge Winter Edition in Chattaroy on January 2, 2026, an obstacle course with 15 challenges and snowy surprises. Choose a competitive race for prize money or an open wave start and support Ram Nation Boosters.

15-17

Th - Sa

Winter Spartan Death Race

Pittsfield, Vermont

Take on the Winter Spartan Death Race, a three day winter endurance challenge with on course tasks in Pittsfield, Vermont. Spots are limited; team entries save money and lock shared start times, and eligible US service members get up to 25 percent of..

16-17

Fr - Sa

Vermont Spartan Winter 24 Hour Hurricane Heat

Pittsfield, Vermont

24 hr

Vermont Hurricane Heat is a team based 24 hour endurance challenge where crews tackle unpredictable physical and mental missions and must problem solve together. Enjoy a festival atmosphere and earn a finisher tee plus collectible wedges for completi..

OCR Overload

Gainesville, Florida

5 mi

OCR OVERLOAD January in Gainesville on Jan 17 offers a muddy 4.3 mile course with 23 plus obstacles, a 50 yard Ninja run and a 5 mile trail race. Stick around for food and drinks for 21 and over.

24-25

Socal Spartan Event Weekend

Perris, California

5 km 10 km Half Marathon

Take on the SoCal Spartan Trifecta Weekend at scenic Lake Perris. Flat, fast courses offer Sprint, Super and Beast distances with dozens of classic obstacles, festival vibes, camping and finisher swag as you chase the Trifecta medal.

NATIVE-X Obstacle Fitness Race

Riviera Beach, Florida

5 km

Tackle short interval laps through four obstacle zones featuring walls, monkey bars, rope climbs and strength moves in West Palm Beach. Competitive and for fun 2.5k and 5k races plus a kids mile make this a fun challenge for racers and families.

YMCA's Beast Obstacle Course Event

Port Royal, South Carolina

3 km 5 km

Conquer the YMCA Beast obstacle course in Port Royal on January 24, 2026. Family friendly 1.5 km, 3 km and 5 km courses wind through downtown with obstacles for kids, tweens and adults so everyone can walk, climb or race.

Abominable Snow Race

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

2 mi 5 km 10 km 20 km

Hit the snow at the Abominable Snow Race in Lake Geneva on January 31, 2026. Courses range from a kids LiL Yeti to a 20K Yeti's Challenge, with options for individuals, teams and youth for a fierce but fun winter obstacle experience.

February 2026

Feb

Sunday

Your First Mud Run Boca Raton (FL)

Boca Raton, Florida

2 mi

Get muddy with the family at Your First Mud Run in Boca Raton on February 1, 2026, featuring 1.5 to 2 mile courses and 10 to 16 fun obstacles. Open to ages 5 and up, with multiple waves and dog friendly options.

Feb

Angry Cow Trail Run / Obstacle Race

Beatrice, Nebraska

3 mi 6 mi 12 mi 40 km

Kick off the Angry Cow Series at Wagon Train Lake near Hickman, NE on Feb 21, 2026 with scenic trail runs in 3, 6, 12 mile and 40K options. Enjoy shirts, snacks and awards, and bring snowshoes if conditions allow.

Feb