New Jersey
New Jersey Obstacle Race Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best obstacle runs in New Jersey for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 6 exciting races across the region. Find your next race in New Jersey below and join the running community at these great events!
April 2026
Experience a complete Trifecta weekend at Vernon Peak with obstacle courses ranging from 5K to 50K. Test your grit on northern New Jersey mountain terrain featuring vertical climbs and over 60 obstacles for the elite Ultra distance.
June 2026
Experience a Ninja Warrior style obstacle course at the Gloucester County Fairgrounds. This non-profit event features 12 tiered obstacles with difficulty levels ranging from moderately easy to extreme for all participants.
July 2026
Experience a unique endurance event at Mount Tammany featuring repetitive loops with significant elevation gain. Participants face escalating weight challenges in a test of physical persistence where only one athlete claims the gold.
August 2026
Test your endurance at the Wildwood Navy Seal Challenge with ocean swimming and beach running. Navigate sand and water obstacles in individual or team categories on the New Jersey shore.
Experience a mud filled obstacle course at DREAM Park near Philadelphia. Enjoy mud pits, a post race party, and a finisher medal while supporting local community charities through the event's give back program.
September 2026
The City Challenge Race returns for its 12th year on the Jersey City waterfront. This is the only event of 2026, featuring a fast 3-mile urban obstacle course with over 20 unique challenges. Participants receive finisher medals, professional timing,..