Texas Mud Run & Obstacle Race Calendar 2025-2026

The 2025 Austin DEKA FIT & Ultra World Cup is a dynamic hybrid fitness event held at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. Participants face 10 challenging fitness zones designed to test endurance, strength, and mental toughness. The event offers two race distances: the DEKA FIT Ultra, a 25 km course with 50 fitness zones averaging over 5 hours of competition, and the standard DEKA FIT race. The atmosphere promotes inclusivity for all fitness levels, supported by an Athlete Judge Program ensuring fair competition. This event combines running and functional fitness in a unique, community-driven challenge celebrating athleticism. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The ThunderDash 5K/10K Mud/Obstacle Run, held near Comfort, Texas, offers a challenging and fun outdoor experience on a scenic farmland setting. Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K course featuring a variety of mud and climbing obstacles, including natural mud pits and deep rock quarries. The event also includes a 5K Fitness Challenge, a trail run without mud but with fitness stations offering boot camp-style exercises. For a greater challenge, runners can opt for the Combo Run, completing both the Fitness Challenge and the mud obstacle course for a total 10K. The race encourages teamwork and welcomes individuals and teams aged 14 and up. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Guts & Gory Zombie Fun Run will take place in Mesquite on Saturday 27 September 2025.

The Savage Race - Dallas will take place in Grandview on Saturday 11 October 2025. You can run between 3 and 7 miles.

The Dallas Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at Twin Canyons Ranch near Granbury, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience just an hour from Dallas-Fort Worth. Participants can tackle multiple race distances including the Sprint (5K, 20 obstacles), Super (10K, 25 obstacles), Beast (21K, 30 obstacles), and an Ultra (50K, 60 obstacles), with a special Trifecta pass to complete Sprint, Super, and Beast in one weekend. The rugged Texas ranch terrain tests both physical and mental endurance, welcoming all fitness levels. The event features a family-friendly kids race and emphasizes southern hospitality, making it a dynamic and action-packed race destination. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The San Antonio Spartan Event Weekend takes place at Sandy Oaks Ranch, located about 40 minutes southwest of San Antonio, Texas. This challenging obstacle course race features scenic terrain with rolling hills, creek crossings, and wildlife-filled trails. Participants can choose from multiple race distances: the Sprint (5K with 20 obstacles), the Super (10K with 25 obstacles), the Beast (21K with 30 obstacles), and a Kids Race (1-3K with obstacles). The event offers a team racing option for synchronized start times and savings, as well as a Trifecta Pass to complete all three main distances. It promises a rigorous test of physical and mental endurance in a vibrant outdoor setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tough Mudder Austin 2026 takes place at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, Texas, offering a challenging 15K and 5K obstacle course experience over a weekend. The course features over 20 tough obstacles, including iconic challenges like Everest, Arctic Enema, and Pyramid Scheme, set against scenic terrain with desert mud, dust clouds, and cacti. Participants can choose from multiple event options, including a multi-lap Infinity challenge for endurance enthusiasts.

The event emphasizes teamwork, grit, and fun, rewarding finishers with medals, shirts, headbands, and a celebratory drink. Spectators can enjoy live entertainment and local food at the Mudder Village Festival. Group packages and VIP experiences are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Houston Spartan Trifecta Weekend, held at 7iL Ranch near Houston, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race experience across diverse terrain. Participants can choose from three main race distances: the Sprint (5K with 20 obstacles), the Super (10K with 25 obstacles), and the Beast (21K with 30 obstacles), plus a Kids Race featuring 1-3 km with obstacles. The course features over 40 miles of rolling sandy hills, dense forests, and shallow creek crossings, providing a rugged Texas ranch atmosphere. The event encourages team participation and offers discounts for service members, making it a dynamic and inclusive challenge for all fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The 1000 Strong Overcoming Obstacles 5K/10K is a trail running event held at Patriot Park, 1867 Fordyce Rd, Victoria, Texas. Scheduled for April 18, 2026, it features a 5K run and an Obstacle 5K that includes permanent structures, pop-up challenges, and mud pits designed to test participants' endurance and spirit. The course is a mix of on- and off-road trail running, accessible year-round and mowed starting in February. The event promotes health and wellness with vendors and food trucks, and supports Restoration House Ministries, aiding youth and homeless individuals overcoming trauma and addiction. Teams must finish together, and awards are given to top finishers in adult and youth categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Austin Spartan Event Weekend, held at Reveille Peak Ranch near Burnet, Texas, offers a challenging obstacle course race set in the scenic Texas Hill Country. Participants navigate rugged terrain featuring granite outcrops, rolling hills, dry creek beds, and desert cactus. The event includes multiple race distances: a 5K Sprint with 20 obstacles, a 10K Super with 25 obstacles, and a kids' race ranging from 1 to 3 kilometers with obstacles. Additional endurance challenges include 4-hour and 12-hour Hurricane Heat events. The course emphasizes toughness and speed, providing an authentic Texan outdoor experience for individuals and teams alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.