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Michigan Obstacle Race Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best obstacle runs in Michigan for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 11 exciting races across the region. Find your next race in Michigan below and join the running community at these great events!
June 2026
Tough Mudder Michigan on June 13, 2026 at Koenig Materials in Oxford offers 5K and 15K obstacle courses, an Infinity multi-lap option, and a Mudder Village festival with live entertainment and food.
July 2026
A July 4 running event at Fife Lake Elementary School offering 10K, 5K run, and 5K walk. The 10K follows the lake shoreline while the 5K courses run through downtown during local July 4 activities.
Mud Factor Michigan is a *5k* mud and obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington on July 12, 2026, with adult and KIDZ family waves. Participants must bring a printed signed waiver and adults must bring photo ID.
Michigan Spartan Event Weekend brings Sprint, Super and Kids obstacle races to Cannonsburg Ski Area July 18 and 19 2026. The courses use steep climbs, descents, trails, bridges and water crossings in a rugged setting near Grand Rapids.
Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes 18 plus obstacles and welcomes women aged 7 and up to run, jog or walk in a non competitive setting.
August 2026
A one mile, four lap track event at Curtis Field in Petoskey on August 1, 2026 combining walking lunges, bear crawls, a farmer carry and a final running lap; two divisions and awards for top finishers.
A 5k that alternates running segments with functional fitness stations in Owosso, Michigan. Two divisions offer either set competitive standards or adjustable weights and modifications, and the 2026 format lists a specific sequence of runs and fitnes..
September 2026
Muddy Dash Detroit is a 5K mud run with obstacles, mud pits, a pre-party and an after-party with music, food, and beer at the Everett A. Cummings Center on September 12, 2026; the event welcomes all ages.
An obstacle adventure race at Sherman Lake YMCA in Augusta, MI for kids ages 5 to 14 with one mile and two mile courses, mud pits, water, color, and monkey bars. Adult registration and family discounts are available.
May 2027
A wet and sandy 5K obstacle course at Pere Marquette Beach featuring 25 obstacles; entries include competitive and fun run options. Registration carries a fee and each entry includes a moisture-wicking shirt, with all proceeds supporting Muskegon Res..