Highlander Assault Obstacle Race

AUG
15
2026
The Highlander Assault Obstacle Race brings a Scottish theme to the Midwest. Participants tackle classic and unique obstacles, from monkey bars to archery, on 5k, 15k, or family 3k courses. Every finisher earns a medal and shirt.
Sat 15 Aug 2026
Family Frenzy 3k 5k Elite Heat 5k Open Heat 15k Open Heat 15k Endurance Heat

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Highlander Assault Obstacle Race

The Highlander Assault Obstacle Race takes place on August 15, 2026, in Pingree Grove, Illinois. The event offers a variety of race distances and formats, including 5 km, 15 km, and a 3 km family event. Participants can choose from numerous heats throughout the morning, starting from early morning.

The event is themed around Scottish Highlanders and features a variety of classic obstacle course elements. These obstacles include technical monkey bar-style rigs and atlas stone carries. The event also incorporates unique, themed challenges such as archery and caber carries.

All finishers of the event receive a medal and a t-shirt. The organizer also runs other themed events, including a night-time obstacle race with illuminated obstacles and bonfires, as well as a haunted trail run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

15 km
15k Open Heat
15 km
15k Endurance Heat
5 km
5k Elite Heat
5 km
5k Open Heat
Family Frenzy 3k

Events nearby

Take on a torch-lit obstacle course at night. This event near Chicago features technical rigs, heavy carries, and archery, all under the lights. Stick around for post-race festivities including bonfires and live entertainment.