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Ohio Obstacle Race Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best obstacle runs in Ohio for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 14 exciting races across the region. Find your next race in Ohio below and join the running community at these great events!
April 2026
Test your endurance in Brecksville with a 13 mile weighted ruck across 978 feet of elevation. Choose between 10, 25, or 50 pound load categories to suit your physical goals.
May 2026
Experience a variety of obstacle course races at Southington Off Road Park near Cleveland. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 50K including a dedicated kids race and the opportunity to earn a Trifecta in one weekend.
Test your limits at East Fork State Park with a 5K mud run featuring over 15 natural and man-made obstacles. This adventure race offers a challenging course for solo athletes and a dedicated version for families.
June 2026
Experience a unique 5K obstacle course with trails and hills or enjoy a family walk in Akron. This community event celebrate wellness and connection with medals for 5K finishers and shirts for walkers.
A 5k mud run in Oak Harbor, Ohio on June 20, 2026 with 20+ obstacles and alternate challenge and Xtreme routes. Every participant receives a medal and the event will donate 10% of proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Experience an intense obstacle course race in Zanesfield featuring two different distances and over 25 obstacles. Complete multiple courses to earn special medals while navigating mud and terrain in the heart of Ohio.
Experience a mission oriented obstacle course race in Southern Ohio featuring explosive effects and a live fire range. Tackle a 1.5 mile military style challenge and a 3k speed course with massive 350 foot water slides.
August 2026
Test your endurance at this military inspired obstacle course featuring mud crawls and climbing walls. Supporting the Light Foundation, the event offers a 5k trail for adults and a dedicated race for children.
A women only 5K obstacle mud run on August 2, 2026 at East Fork Motocross Park featuring 18+ obstacles, an emphasis on fun and teamwork, and open to participants ages 7 and up.
Join this women only 5k mud run at East Fork Motocross Park for a day of obstacles and fun. Gather your team to crawl and climb through the mud in a supportive non competitive environment.
A 5k mud run in Oak Harbor with more than 20 obstacles and two difficulty options per obstacle. Medals are awarded to all participants and 10% of proceeds go to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
September 2026
A fundraising event in Reynoldsburg with a team or individual 5K obstacle course and a separate paved 5K through Civic Park, supporting Hope For The Warriors and awarding medals to finishers.
A 5K mud and obstacle run at Honda Hills in Thornville Ohio on September 19 2026. The all ages event requires a signed waiver and Photo ID for adults and lists separate pricing for adult and KIDZ family waves.
October 2026
A nighttime *5k* mud run in Oak Harbor with 20+ obstacles and separate challenge and Xtreme sides. The lit course takes place two weeks before Halloween, is not officially timed, and includes a T-shirt, wristband, and medal.