Texas Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

The Austin DEKA FIT & Ultra World Cup is a dynamic fitness challenge held at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. The event features two main race formats: the DEKA FIT, a 5K course with 10 fitness zones, and the DEKA FIT Ultra, an intense 25K race consisting of five circuits through 50 fitness zones. Designed for all fitness levels, the event offers various heat categories from Age Group to Elite.

Participants test endurance, strength, and mental toughness across diverse functional fitness zones. Finishers earn exclusive gear such as finisher tees, buckles, and Trifecta wedges, with global leaderboards tracking performance. The event fosters a supportive, competitive atmosphere celebrating fitness achievement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The ThunderDash 5K/10K Mud/Obstacle Run, held near Comfort, Texas, offers a challenging and fun outdoor experience on a scenic farmland setting. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K course featuring a variety of mud and climbing obstacles, including natural mud pits and deep rock quarries. The event also includes a 5K Fitness Challenge, a trail run without mud but with fitness stations offering boot camp-style exercises. For a greater challenge, runners can opt for the Combo Run, completing both the Fitness Challenge and the mud obstacle course for a total 10K. The race encourages teamwork and welcomes individuals and teams aged 14 and up. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Guts & Gory Zombie Fun Run will take place in Mesquite on Saturday 27 September 2025.

The Savage Race - Dallas will take place in Grandview on Saturday 11 October 2025. You can run between 3 and 7 miles.

The Dallas Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at Twin Canyons Ranch near Granbury, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience just an hour from Dallas-Fort Worth. Participants can tackle multiple race distances including the Sprint (5K, 20 obstacles), Super (10K, 25 obstacles), Beast (21K, 30 obstacles), and an Ultra (50K, 60 obstacles), with a special Trifecta pass to complete Sprint, Super, and Beast in one weekend. The rugged Texas ranch terrain tests both physical and mental endurance, welcoming all fitness levels. The event features a family-friendly kids race and emphasizes southern hospitality, making it a dynamic and action-packed race destination. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The San Antonio Spartan Event Weekend, held at Sandy Oaks Ranch near San Antonio, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience set amidst scenic Texas landscapes with rolling hills, creek crossings, and wildlife trails. Participants can choose from multiple race distances: the 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, the 10K Super featuring 25 obstacles, and the 21K Beast with 30 obstacles, plus a kids' race. The course includes classic Spartan obstacles such as the Atlas Carry, A-Frame Cargo Climb, Barbed Wire Crawl, Fire Jump, Rope Climb, and Spear Throw. The event fosters a spirited atmosphere with a festival area, team racing options, and finisher medals, making it a rigorous yet rewarding weekend for all fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tough Mudder Austin 2026 takes place at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, Texas, offering a challenging 15K and 5K obstacle course experience over a weekend. The course features over 20 tough obstacles, including iconic challenges like Everest, Arctic Enema, and Pyramid Scheme, set against scenic terrain with desert mud, dust clouds, and cacti. Participants can choose from multiple event options, including a multi-lap Infinity challenge for endurance enthusiasts.

The event emphasizes teamwork, grit, and fun, rewarding finishers with medals, shirts, headbands, and a celebratory drink. Spectators can enjoy live entertainment and local food at the Mudder Village Festival. Group packages and VIP experiences are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Houston Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at 7iL Ranch near Houston, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience across diverse terrain. Participants can choose from three main race distances: the Sprint (5K with 20 obstacles), the Super (10K with 25 obstacles), and the Beast (21K with 30 obstacles), plus a Kids Race featuring 1-3 km with obstacles. The course features over 40 miles of rolling sandy hills, dense forests, and shallow creek crossings, providing a rugged Texas ranch atmosphere. The event encourages team participation and offers discounts for service members, making it a dynamic and inclusive challenge for all fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The 1000 Strong Overcoming Obstacles 5K/10K is a trail running event held at Patriot Park, 1867 Fordyce Rd, Victoria, Texas. Scheduled for April 18, 2026, it features a 5K run and an Obstacle 5K that includes permanent structures, pop-up challenges, and mud pits designed to test participants' endurance and spirit. The course is a mix of on- and off-road trail running, accessible year-round and mowed starting in February. The event promotes health and wellness with vendors and food trucks, and supports Restoration House Ministries, aiding youth and homeless individuals overcoming trauma and addiction. Teams must finish together, and awards are given to top finishers in adult and youth categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Austin Spartan Event Weekend, held at Reveille Peak Ranch near Burnet, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race set in the scenic Texas Hill Country. Participants navigate rugged terrain featuring granite outcrops, rolling hills, dry creek beds, and desert cactus. The event includes a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super race with 25 obstacles, and kids' races ranging from 1 to 3 km. Obstacles test strength, agility, and endurance, including the Atlas Carry, A-Frame Cargo Climb, Barbed Wire Crawl, Rope Climb, and Spear Throw. The course combines natural Texan landscapes with classic Spartan challenges, creating a tough and exhilarating experience for racers of all levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Savage Race Dallas 2026, held in Grandview, TX, is a challenging obstacle course event featuring multiple race options including the Savage Race (5-7 miles) and Savage Blitz (3+ miles). Participants face 20-30 world-class obstacles involving mud, fire, and barbed wire, designed to test teamwork, courage, and endurance. The event offers individual and team participation, as well as specialized divisions like SavagePRO, Savage Syndicate, a Rucking Division sponsored by GORUCK, and a Savage JR race for younger competitors. The course promises an intense, adventurous atmosphere where runners push their limits in a rugged outdoor setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.