Find a Spartan Race or Tough Mudder Event in Your State (2024)

Every single year, we travel tohundreds of locations across the United States to put on our epic events. And now, with more brands than ever in our portfolio, we're hitting even more towns, cities, and states.

Our Spartan and Tough Mudder schedules are spread throughout the country, hitting even region in the U.S.You can find all of our obstacle course races on Spartan's Find a Race page, Tough Mudder's Find an Event page, and this 2023 list of racesand 2024 list of races (complete with photos and descriptions), but we've also put together this trusty little guide so you can browse your next event by state. Make sure to bookmark this page, as we're continually adding new events.

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Arizona

November 18-19, 2023:Phoenix Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Avondale, AZ (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

February 17-18,2024:Arizona Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

California

May 20-21, 2023:Big Bear Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend in Big Bear Lake, CA (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

June 3-4, 2023:Monterey Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids, Hurricane Heat 4 Hour)

August 19-20, 2023: Sonoma Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Sonoma, CA

September 23, 2023:Angel Stadium Spartan Stadion Weekend (Stadion, Kids)

November 4-5, 2023: San Luis Obispo Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Santa Margarita, CA (Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

January 27-28,2024:SoCal Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

April 6-7,2024:Los Angeles Tough Mudder 10+ Mile

April 13-14,2024:San Diego Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

May 18-19, 2024:Big Bear Spartan Trifecta Weekend (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

June 1-2,2024:Monterey Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

Colorado

June 10-11, 2023:Colorado Springs Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

July 22-23, 2023: Colorado Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Byers, CO

Florida

February 24-25, 2024: Jacksonville Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

April 20-21, 2024:Palm Beaches Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Kids)

May 18, 2024:Raymond James Spartan Stadion Weekend(Stadion, Kids)

Georgia

March 16-17, 2024:Atlanta Spartan Trifecta Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

Spring 2024: Atlanta Tough Mudder10+ Mile

Hawaii

August 17-28,2024:Hawaii Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

Illinois

August 26-27, 2023: Chicago Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Rockford, IL

Indiana

June 10-11, 2023:Cincinnati Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Lawrenceburg, IN (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

July 29-30, 2023: Indiana Tough Mudder 5K, 10K in Columbus, IN

June 8-9, 2024: Cincinnati Spartan Trifecta Weekend (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

Maryland

September 16-17, 2023:Washington D.C. Spartan Event Weekend inMechanicsville, MD

Massachussets

August 12-13, 2023:New England Spartan Event Weekend in Barre, MA

November 11-12, 2023:Fenway Park Spartan Stadion Weekend

Michigan

June 17-18, 2023: Michigan Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Oxford, MI

October 21-22, 2023: Michigan Spartan Event Weekend

Minnesota

July 8-9, 2023: Minnesota Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Hugo, MN

Missouri

April 27-28, 2024: Missouri Tough Mudder 10+ Mile

New Jersey

September 30-October 1, 2023:Tri-State New Jersey Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Vernon, NJ (Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

April 27-28,2024:Tri-State New Jersey Spartan Trifecta Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

New York

June 17-18, 2023:Tri-State New York Spartan Event Weekend in Bethel, NY (Sprint, Kids)

North Carolina

August 5-6, 2023:Asheville Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

April 6-7,2024:Charlotte Spartan Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Kids)

May 4-5,2024:Fayetteville Spartan Trifecta Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

Pennsylvania

May 20-21, 2023: Philadelphia Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Coatesville, PA

July 15-16, 2023:Poconos Spartan Event Weekend in Palmerton, PA (Sprint, Super, Kids

September 9-10, 2023: Pittsburgh Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Slippery Rock, PA

September 30-Oct. 1, 2023: Poconos Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Long Pond, PA

July 13-14, 2024: Poconos Spartan Event Weekend (Sprint, Super, Kids)

South Carolina

November 18-19, 2023:South Carolina Spartan Event Weekend in Newberry, SC (Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

Tennessee

September 30-October 1, 2023: Nashville Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K

October 14-15, 2023:Nashville Spartan Event Weekend in Lebabon, TN (Sprint, Super, Kids)

Texas

May 20-21, 2023:Austin Spartan Event Weekend in Burnet, TX (Sprint, Super, Kids)

October 21-22, 2023:Dallas Spartan Trifecta Weekend in Granbury, TX (Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

March 9-10, 2024: Houston Spartan Trifecta Weekend (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

May 18-19, 2024: Austin Spartan Event Weekend (Sprint, Super, Kids)

Utah

July 8-9, 2023:Utah Spartan Trifecta Weekendin Huntsville, UT (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

July 20-21, 2024: Utah Spartan Trifecta Weekend (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

Vermont

September 16-17, 2023:Vermont Spartan Event Weekendin Killington, VT (Sprint, Beast, Ultra, Kids)

Washington

September 16-17, 2023:Seattle Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend in Snohomish, WA (Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

September 23-24, 2023: Seattle Tough Mudder 5K, 10K, 15K in Black Diamond, WA

West Virginia

August 26-27, 2023:West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Event Weekendin Oak Hill, WV(Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

August 24-25, 2024:West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Event Weekend(Sprint, Super, Beast, Kids)

Wisconsin

May 13-14, 2023: Wisconsin Tough Mudder 5K and 10K in Slinger, WI

Find a Spartan Race or Tough Mudder Event in Your State (2024)

FAQs

Which is better Spartan Race or Tough Mudder? ›

In this way, a Spartan Race tests your own physical strength and capabilities more directly, while a Tough Mudder emphasizes social support and community building. One approach isn't necessarily better than the other, but there is a rather distinct difference.

Where is the Spartan Race in NJ? ›

Spartans, meet Vernon Peak — New Jersey's largest ski mountain. With 1,040 feet of vertical and a summit of 1,480 feet, this course will shoot you up and down steep at will, making it one of Spartan's toughest mountain courses.

Does Spartan Race own Tough Mudder? ›

Joe De Sena is the founder of Spartan Race, owner of Tough Mudder, a bestselling author, podcast host, and star of CNBC's series, Nonstop. He is driven to help others optimize their abilities to be their best and is a powerful motivator for those looking to live life to the fullest.

Did Tough Mudder and Spartan merge? ›

Spartan Race's 2020 acquisition of Tough Mudder combined the industry leader's world-renowned obstacle courses with innovative and challenging obstacles to create a one-of-a-kind race.

Do people get hurt at Tough Mudder? ›

Just how likely are you to get injured? A number of case reports have described some spectacularly scary injuries sustained by participants in mud runs and other obstacle races: Fainting, head injuries, electrical burns, dislocated shoulders, and broken bones.

Is Tough Mudder good for beginners? ›

The answer to that question is yes by the way. It is possible to complete Tough Mudder without training (though maybe not Europe's Toughest Mudder…), however it's going to hurt and it's going to be hard.

Can I walk a Spartan Race? ›

You don't necessarily have to run the course if you don't want to (walking is totally allowed!), but you do have to cover some distance. If you already do that on the regular, you're good to go.

How many weeks do you have to train for the Spartan Race? ›

How long should you train for a Spartan? Ideally, you should be following a spartan race training plan for at least 8-12 weeks before your Spartan challenge. This is to give you enough time to build stamina as well as upper body strength.

Do you get a shirt for Spartan Race? ›

Your Finisher Shirt and Medal will be provided if and when you complete the course (without disqualification)! Spartan Race does not give finisher gear if the event is not completed.

Did Tough Mudder go out of business? ›

In February 2020, Spartan Race acquired obstacle race brand Tough Mudder out of bankruptcy. The deal, which reportedly saw Spartan shell out $700,000 and assume as much as $10 million in debt, combined two of the biggest brands in endurance racing.

How long does it take to do a Tough Mudder? ›

How Long Will it Take? The average finish time for a Tough Mudder 3-5 miles is 2-2.5 hours; for Tough Mudder 10 miles it's 3.5-4 hours and Infinity is anything up to 8 hours.

How many obstacles are in a Tough Mudder? ›

THE CLASSIC TOUGH MUDDER

The ultimate obstacle course challenge now has 20+ obstacles over a 15 Kilometre run.

Which is harder Spartan Race or Tough Mudder? ›

How would you say WTM compares to your toughest Spartan race? With Tough Mudder, the rigs involve more technicality and maneuvering through compared to Spartan. Spartan's obstacles can be more grueling and time consuming, such as a good heavy carry or tough obstacle combo.

Are Spartan runs hard? ›

Yes, Spartan races are hard, but they're achievable if you commit to a date on the calendar and do the hard work. In fact, if you can do one of these seven things, we guarantee you can crush a Spartan race.

What happens if you can't do a Spartan Race obstacle? ›

For example, the Spartan burpee is all about efficiency because, during a race, burpees are the penalty for failing to complete an obstacle. (The failed-obstacle penalty during a Sprint, Super, Beast, or Ultra is 30 burpees, while the penalty for failed obstacles during a Stadion stands at 15.)

Which is harder, Tough Mudder or total warrior? ›

Last year I took part in a very similar event, Tough Mudder, so I was feeling quietly confident about Total Warrior. The difficult and hilly terrain made this a much harder course to complete. I felt like I'd been involved in a car accident!

Which obstacle race is the hardest? ›

Spartan Death Race is considered the absolute toughest where only 10% of participants complete the race.

Are Spartan races good for you? ›

Spartan improves coordination, balance, strength and endurance Spartan obstacles are designed to challenge you and all of your physical skills are used on the course. Balance is as necessary as endurance, strength is as important as agility, memory counts as much as flexibility…

How hard is the world's toughest mudder? ›

World's Toughest Mudder: the most extreme, insane, imposing, pulse-pounding, heart-stopping 24-hour obstacle course challenge on the planet. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? The average finish time for a Tough Mudder 3-5 miles is 2-2.5 hours; for Tough Mudder 10 miles it's 3.5-4 hours and Infinity is anything up to 8 hours.

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