New York Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

The MUDDY BUFFALO Obstacle Course Race & Adventure takes place at Buffalo Ski Center in Colden, NY. This event offers multiple race options including a competitive 5-mile full course, a new 3-mile "fun" course with less elevation, and a 1.5-mile Mini Muddy Buffalo for kids. Participants can choose to race individually or as part of a team.

The course features challenging obstacles on scenic trails at the ski resort, providing a memorable outdoor adventure. Finishers receive a t-shirt, medal, and race photos. Food and beverages are available for purchase, and parking and spectator access are free.

Military and first responders receive a discount. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The ROCovery Fitness Annual Run/Walk & X-Challenge takes place in Henrietta, NY, at Mendon Ponds Park. This event, held in September to honor National Recovery Awareness Month, offers multiple race options including a 5k road course, 5k trail course, a 5k trail with an X-Challenge, a virtual 5k, and a combined 10k trail and road race called "Twice The Fun." It celebrates fitness and recovery, supporting individuals overcoming substance use disorders. Participants receive a swag bag with a custom bib and race t-shirt. The event fosters a supportive atmosphere, encouraging runners and walkers to honor recovery and remember loved ones lost to addiction. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Finger Lakes Mud Run is an annual outdoor challenge course held at Everest Park in Auburn, New York. The event features a rugged course just over four miles long with approximately 43 obstacles, both man-made and natural, designed to test participants' endurance and teamwork. It offers a fun, muddy adventure suitable for families and friends, promoting camaraderie and physical challenge. The event includes the main Mud Run for ages 11 to 100 and a Mini Muddy race for children aged 5 to 11. Proceeds support Champions for Life, a local nonprofit that operates Everest Park and related community facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The 2024 Newbsanity Commando Cup is a challenging team obstacle race held in Binghamton, New York, at 790 Dunham Hill Road. Scheduled for September 21, 2025, this rugged event covers 8 to 12 miles over a course that includes the Mud Gauntlet, Extreme Ravine, and additional wilderness loops spanning over 50 acres. Teams of four face a variety of secret obstacles and physical challenges involving heavy objects like cinderblocks, tires, and the Commando Sled. The race emphasizes teamwork, toughness, and ingenuity, with the winning team earning the honor of holding the Commando Cup for one year. The event duration ranges from 3 to 6 hours. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The 2025 Tri-State New York Spartan Event Weekend takes place at Sunflower Valley Farm in New Hampton, NY, offering a challenging obstacle course race through woods, mud, fields, and rugged creek runs. Participants can choose from a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super featuring 25 obstacles, or a Kids Race ranging from 1 to 3 km with obstacles. The event is designed for all skill levels, emphasizing grit, speed, and determination amid crisp autumn weather. Teams can race together for synchronized start times and savings, while finishers earn medals. The course promises a fast, muddy, and fun Spartan experience for warriors of all ages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Tri-State New York Spartan Race Weekend takes place at the historic Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, home of the 1969 Woodstock festival. This obstacle course race features rolling hills, forests, grassy meadows, and open trails, offering a challenging yet scenic environment. Participants can choose from a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super with 25 obstacles, or a kids' race ranging from 1 to 3 kilometers with obstacles. The course combines flat and fast sections with muddy, technical terrain, suitable for both first-timers and experienced racers. The event fosters a friendly, motivational atmosphere and offers on-site camping for a full weekend experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.