Pennsylvania Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

The Savage Race - Pennsylvania will take place in Albrightsville on Saturday 2 August 2025. You can run between 3 and 7 miles.

The 2025 Northeast DEKA FIT & Ultra takes place at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim, Pennsylvania, the largest indoor sports complex in the U.S. The DEKA FIT race covers 5 km and features 10 dynamic fitness zones designed to test endurance, strength, and mental toughness in a hybrid fitness challenge suitable for all levels. Participants enjoy access to extensive amenities including a climbing gym, fitness center, indoor track, and various dining options.

Special perks include free climbing gym access and discounts at onsite wellness stores. The event also offers an Athlete Judge Program to enhance the race experience. Nearby attractions include Amish country, Hershey Chocolate World, and multiple outdoor recreational activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Penn Hills Labor Day 5k and Donut Dash is a community-focused running event held in Pittsburgh, PA, at 250 Aster Street. It features a traditional 5k run or walk, as well as the unique Donut Dash Extreme, which challenges participants' physical and gastrointestinal endurance. The course is designed off public roadways to ensure safety and comfort. Open to all ages and abilities, the event offers free t-shirts to participants and prizes for top finishers across various age groups, fastest stroller pusher, Donut Dash winner, and even the slowest finisher. Proceeds support teens in Penn Hills and Woodland Hills, making it a fun and charitable Labor Day activity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The 2025 Citizens Bank Park Spartan Stadion Weekend in Philadelphia offers an exciting obstacle course race at Citizens Bank Park. The main Stadion race covers 5 kilometers and features 20 challenging obstacles, designed to test endurance and strength. There is also a Kids Race ranging from 1 to 1.5 kilometers with obstacles, making it a family-friendly event. Participants can opt for a Trifecta Pass to compete in all three race distances, embracing the full Spartan experience. The event promotes a spirited atmosphere with opportunities for team participation and discounts for service members, ensuring an inclusive and thrilling race weekend for all fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Gretna Gritty Fall 2025 is the 12th annual 5k mud run fundraiser held at Gretna Glen Camp & Retreat Center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The course features over 20 obstacles set in the rugged, hilly terrain of the Mt. Gretna area, challenging participants with tests of balance, strength, and bravery.

The event welcomes all levels, allowing walking or running. In addition to the main mud run, there is a "Nitty Gritty" kids' fun run of 1.3 miles for ages 5-11. Participants receive lunch, medals, and a commemorative t-shirt.

Proceeds support the ministry of Gretna Glen Camp & Retreat Center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The IM ABLE Games, held at the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a dynamic fitness event featuring a variety of races and challenges. Participants can choose from a Sprint Duathlon (2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 2-mile run) on airport tarmacs and nearby roads, the unique Kaaginator Fitness Challenge obstacle course, a 2-mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll, and the Klingers Hot Wing Hustle eating contest. The event also offers adaptive divisions and team relays. The day concludes with the Afterburner Party, featuring food, brews, and socializing under vintage planes. The event promotes community, fitness, and fun in a vibrant airport setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The BattleAxe 5K Trail/Obstacles/Team event takes place in Nineveh, Pennsylvania, featuring a unique 5K wooded trail run with multiple race options. Participants can choose a standard trail run, an obstacle run with over 27 challenging obstacles testing strength and agility, or a four-person team obstacle run designed for camaraderie and teamwork. The event also includes a competitive kids' race with obstacles for ages 8-12 and a free shorter kids' race. All participants receive a BattleAxe t-shirt, finisher medal, and post-race brunch. The course offers a family-friendly atmosphere with podium awards for top finishers and is held rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tough Mudder Philly, held at Plantation Field in Coatesville, PA, is a challenging obstacle course mud run set against the backdrop of Brandywine’s rolling hills and rugged horse trails. Participants can choose from a 15K course featuring over 20 obstacles or a 5K with 12+ obstacles, both designed to test endurance, teamwork, and mental stamina. The course includes unique obstacles like the Devil’s Beard net, Well Swung trapeze, and towering 8-foot Berlin Walls. Finishers earn medals, shirts, headbands, and a celebratory drink. The event also offers VIP experiences, group packages, and a Mudder Village festival for spectators, creating a spirited and supportive atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Poconos Spartan Event Weekend, held at Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain in Palmerton, offers a challenging obstacle course race set in dense forests and rugged hills. Participants can choose from a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super featuring 25 obstacles, or a kids' race ranging from 1 to 3 kilometers with obstacles. The course is renowned for its demanding terrain and rewarding views of the Poconos from the summit. Spectators can enjoy the event by taking a chair lift to vantage points overlooking the course. The event encourages team participation and offers special discounts for service members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Savage Race Pennsylvania 2026, held in Albrightsville, PA, is a challenging obstacle course event featuring multiple race options. The main Savage Race covers 5-7 miles with 20-30 world-class obstacles including mud, fire, and barbed wire, demanding teamwork, courage, and endurance. A shorter Savage Blitz race spans over 3 miles with similar intense obstacles. Additional events include SavagePRO, a Rucking Division sponsored by GORUCK, and a Savage JR race for younger participants. The course is designed to push participants beyond their limits, whether running solo or in teams, offering a thrilling and gritty outdoor adventure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.