Midlands Spartan Trifecta Weekend

The Lincoln Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course is a lively and family-friendly event held at Lincoln Showground, Lincolnshire. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, it features multiple distance options: 2.5k, 5k, 10k, and 15k, with participants tackling inflatable obstacles—ranging from 15 to 90 depending on the distance. The 5K course includes 30 large, bouncy obstacles and five music zones to energize runners. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up (with adult supervision), the event offers a fun, supportive atmosphere ideal for friends, families, and teams. Amenities include water stations, food vendors, parking, and spectator areas, making it an exciting day out for all. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

World's Toughest Mudder, held June 28-29, 2025, at Belvoir Castle in Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK, is a grueling 24-hour obstacle course challenge. Participants face a demanding course featuring the "Hills of Belvoir," with a 200m elevation gain per lap, and obstacles like Electroshock Therapy, Cry Baby, and Cage Crawl. The event offers individual and 4-person team relay formats, with prize money for top finishers. The atmosphere includes reserved campsites, food trucks, music, and a race center, creating a vibrant all-night experience. Finishers earn medals, finisher headbands, and shirts, marking their achievement in this ultimate endurance test. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Holme Howler is a 10km adventure obstacle race held in the village of Holme, on the edge of the Lake District in North West England. The course features a mix of roads, fields, and scenic canal paths with various challenging obstacles such as cargo nets, walls, monkey bars, and a famous water slide. The event welcomes participants of all abilities and encourages fancy dress, with a superhero theme introduced in 2025. It offers a lively, family-friendly atmosphere including a Mini Howler fun run for children, a village fete, archery, and football tournaments. Medals are awarded to all finishers, making it a memorable and inclusive sporting event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

DEKA FIT East Midlands, held at Derby Arena, is a dynamic fitness challenge featuring 10 workout zones interspersed with 500 meters of running, covering a total distance of approximately 5 km. Designed for all fitness levels, the event tests endurance, strength, and conditioning in a high-energy, competitive atmosphere. Participants can compete individually or as teams, experiencing a functional fitness circuit that pushes physical limits. This event marks the first full DEKA FIT experience in the UK, offering a unique opportunity to earn the DEKA Trifecta by completing all three DEKA events within the year. The course combines varied fitness challenges with running, creating a comprehensive test of athletic ability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Bakewell Fun Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course, held at Bakewell Showground in Derbyshire, is the world's largest inflatable obstacle run, featuring a 2.5 km course with 30 giant inflatable obstacles for the 5K distance. Participants can choose from distances of 2.5K, 5K, 10K, or 15K, with obstacles repeated each lap. The event offers a lively atmosphere with five music zones to energize runners as they jump, slide, and bounce through challenges like the Start Mountain, The Crawler, and Temple of Doom. Suitable for all ages, it encourages family participation and group discounts, making it a fun, well-organized day out for friends and families alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The NYC Stadion Spartan Event Weekend, held just 20 minutes outside Manhattan at a large New York stadium, offers a unique obstacle course race experience. Participants tackle a 5K course featuring 20 challenging obstacles, including running through bleachers and scaling 8-foot walls, all within a stadium that seats over 40,000. The event also includes a kids' race of 1 to 1.5 kilometers with obstacles, making it family-friendly. The atmosphere is electric, set in a venue where hometown heroes compete, providing a thrilling urban race environment. Additional perks include exclusive hotel discounts for racers and special discounts for service members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.