North Carolina Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

The Asheville Spartan Event Weekend, held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience set in a scenic equestrian venue. Participants can choose from multiple race distances including a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super with 25 obstacles, and a Kids Race ranging from 1 to 3 km with obstacles. The course features diverse terrain such as horse trails, red clay hill climbs, and creek beds, providing a dynamic and physically demanding challenge. This Honor Series event honors military, first responders, and community protectors, with special medals awarded. The event fosters a team-friendly atmosphere and offers discounts for service members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Ohana Mud Run is a fun-filled 1-mile obstacle race held in Morganton, North Carolina, featuring 16 challenging obstacles including giant sprinklers and a lazy river. Known for its muddy and playful atmosphere, the event promises a memorable experience for participants of all ages. Hosted at the Bennick Compound, the race emphasizes family fun and community spirit, with past events selling out quickly. Participants can expect a well-organized course that combines physical challenge with enjoyment, making it a popular choice for those seeking an adventurous and entertaining mud run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run is an annual event held at the Jerry Long Family YMCA in Clemmons, North Carolina. Scheduled for September 13, 2025, it features a challenging 5K obstacle course for participants aged 7 and up, as well as a 1-mile Fun Run open to all ages. The course includes various obstacles designed to test strength, agility, and endurance, with new features in 2025 such as an improved slip and slide and additional shower stations. Participants can compete individually or in teams of four. Proceeds support YMCA health programs aiding cancer survivors and those with chronic diseases. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Charlotte Spartan Event Weekend takes place at Porter Farms in Concord, North Carolina, just outside Charlotte. This obstacle course race offers diverse terrain featuring mud, creeks, and classic Spartan obstacles without steep climbs, making it accessible yet challenging. Participants can choose from several race distances, including a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super with 25 obstacles, and kids' races ranging from 1 to 3 kilometers. The event also includes endurance challenges like the Hurricane Heat 4-hour and 12-hour races. The atmosphere is supportive and team-oriented, with options for group participation and discounts for service members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Fayetteville Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at McCormick Farms in Spring Lake, NC, is a premier obstacle course racing event featuring challenging terrain including dense forests, rolling hills, a 200-foot deep quarry, and steep riverbanks. Participants can choose from multiple race distances: Sprint (5K, 20 obstacles), Super (10K, 25 obstacles), Beast (21K, 30 obstacles), Ultra (50K, 60 obstacles), and Kids races. The event offers a full spectrum of Spartan challenges over two days, testing both physical and mental endurance. Known for its tough course and supportive atmosphere, Fayetteville’s Spartan Race is a favorite among racers seeking to conquer Southern humidity and rugged Carolina grit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tackle the Tar is an annual 5K obstacle course race held at the Rocky Mount Sports Complex in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The course runs through historic Battle Park and the E.B. Grain Company property, featuring over 15 challenging obstacles including a mud pit, climbing walls, tire mountains, and water crossings.

The event also offers a 1-mile kids' obstacle race for ages 8-13. Participants receive a T-shirt, medal, goodie bag, and a free beer for those over 21. The race supports local college scholarships, having awarded over $600,000 since 2016.

The atmosphere is family-friendly with music, festivities, and free spectator access. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Bear Crawl OCR 2026 is an obstacle course race held in Morganton, North Carolina, designed to challenge participants with obstacles that symbolize life's difficulties. This event offers multiple race distances including six-mile elite and open categories, three-mile open races with staggered start times, and shorter Cub Crawl races for children aged 4 to 11. The course aims to inspire a new perspective on personal limits through physical challenges. Organized by a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the event emphasizes community support and giving back. It takes place at 5372 Roy McGalliard Ave and features a family-friendly atmosphere with competitive and fun runs for all ages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Savage Race - Charlotte will take place in Charlotte on Saturday 6 June 2026. You can run between 3 and 7 miles.