Tennessee Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

If you're an adrenaline junkie, fitness enthusiast, or simply seeking a thrilling outdoor adventure, you've arrived at the perfect destination. Our meticulously curated calendar is your gateway to the most exhilarating and challenging mud runs and obstacle races taking place in 2025 and 2026.

Prepare to conquer mud-slicked trails, scale towering walls, navigate through grueling obstacles, and push your physical and mental boundaries. Our mission is to provide you with all the essential information you need to plan your race year, including dates, locations, race details, and registration information.

Nashville Spartan Event Weekend

Lebanon • 4-5 Oct 2025

Kids Race 1-3km Sprint 5k Super 10k

The Nashville Spartan Event Weekend, held at Neal Farms in Lebanon, Tennessee, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience just 35 minutes from downtown Nashville. Participants can choose from the Sprint 5K with 20 obstacles, the Super 10K featuring 25 obstacles, or a Kids Race ranging from 1-3 km with obstacles. The course includes rolling fields, dense woods, and a notable 12-foot-wide creek, providing a scenic yet demanding environment. Additional events include the Hurricane Heat 4-hour challenge and a Trifecta Pass to race all distances. The event is known for its tough obstacles, Southern charm, and a strong sense of camaraderie among racers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Knoxville DEKA FIT

Knoxville • 18 Oct 2025

5 km

The Knoxville DEKA FIT is a dynamic hybrid fitness challenge held at the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall in Knoxville, Tennessee. This event features a 5 km course divided into 10 fitness zones, designed to test participants' endurance, strength, and mental toughness. Located near downtown Knoxville and the University of Tennessee, the venue offers a vibrant urban atmosphere with easy access via major interstates. The event welcomes all fitness levels and includes a unique Athlete Judge Program, encouraging participants to volunteer as judges to ensure a professionally managed race. Finishers celebrate their achievement in a supportive, community-driven environment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tough Mudder - Nashville

Lebanon • 18-19 Oct 2025

Infinity 5 km 15k

Tough Mudder Nashville 2025 is an iconic mud run event held at Neal Farms in Lebanon, Tennessee. Featuring a challenging 15K course with over 20 obstacles, including innovative and muddy challenges like Augustus Gloop and the Block Ness Monster, the event emphasizes teamwork and mental stamina. Participants earn unique finisher medals, shirts, headbands, and a celebratory finisher drink. Options include a 5K with 12+ obstacles, multi-lap Infinity races, and group packages for teams of 10 or more. The event also offers a vibrant Mudder Village with live entertainment and local food, making it a festive and demanding experience for runners and spectators alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Mudder's Day Madness Mud Run 5K

Maryville • 9 May 2026

Fun Run (a Bit Over a Mile) 5k Mud Run

The Mudder's Day Madness Mud Run is an annual 5K obstacle race held at Montvale, Tennessee, typically the day before Mother's Day. Now in its 14th year, the event features over twenty challenging obstacles including Adversity Hill, Tire Traverse, A-Frame Climb, and a refreshing lake dip. The course runs along marked rolling trails, offering a fun and adventurous atmosphere for runners aged 8 and up, who can compete individually or in teams.

A new Fun Run for children 4 and older covers over a mile with several obstacles. Participants enjoy music, vendors, refreshments, and scenic views. Proceeds support therapeutic programs at Camp Montvale.

Costumes are encouraged, with awards for creativity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.