Poconos Spartan Event Weekend

The Savage Race - Pennsylvania will take place in Albrightsville on Saturday 2 August 2025. You can run between 3 and 7 miles.

The 2025 Northeast DEKA FIT & Ultra takes place at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim, Pennsylvania, the largest indoor sports complex in the U.S. The DEKA FIT race covers 5 km and features 10 dynamic fitness zones designed to test endurance, strength, and mental toughness in a hybrid fitness challenge suitable for all levels. Participants enjoy access to extensive amenities including a climbing gym, fitness center, indoor track, and various dining options.

Special perks include free climbing gym access and discounts at onsite wellness stores. The event also offers an Athlete Judge Program to enhance the race experience. Nearby attractions include Amish country, Hershey Chocolate World, and multiple outdoor recreational activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Gretna Gritty Fall 2025 is the 12th annual 5k mud run fundraiser held at Gretna Glen Camp & Retreat Center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The course features over 20 obstacles set in the rugged, hilly terrain of the Mt. Gretna area, challenging participants with tests of balance, strength, and bravery.

The event welcomes all levels, allowing walking or running. In addition to the main mud run, there is a "Nitty Gritty" kids' fun run of 1.3 miles for ages 5-11. Participants receive lunch, medals, and a commemorative t-shirt.

Proceeds support the ministry of Gretna Glen Camp & Retreat Center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The IM ABLE Games, held at the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a dynamic fitness event featuring a variety of races and challenges. Participants can choose from a Sprint Duathlon (2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 2-mile run) on airport tarmacs and nearby roads, the unique Kaaginator Fitness Challenge obstacle course, a 2-mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll, and the Klingers Hot Wing Hustle eating contest. The event also offers adaptive divisions and team relays. The day concludes with the Afterburner Party, featuring food, brews, and socializing under vintage planes. The event promotes community, fitness, and fun in a vibrant airport setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Tough Mudder Philly, held at Plantation Field in Coatesville, PA, is a challenging obstacle course mud run set against the backdrop of Brandywine’s rolling hills and rugged horse trails. Participants can choose from a 15K course featuring over 20 obstacles or a 5K with 12+ obstacles, both designed to test endurance, teamwork, and mental stamina. The course includes unique obstacles like the Devil’s Beard net, Well Swung trapeze, and towering 8-foot Berlin Walls. Finishers earn medals, shirts, headbands, and a celebratory drink. The event also offers VIP experiences, group packages, and a Mudder Village festival for spectators, creating a spirited and supportive atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

The Savage Race Pennsylvania 2026, held in Albrightsville, PA, is a challenging obstacle course event featuring multiple race options. The main Savage Race covers 5-7 miles with 20-30 world-class obstacles including mud, fire, and barbed wire, demanding teamwork, courage, and endurance. A shorter Savage Blitz race spans over 3 miles with similar intense obstacles. Additional events include SavagePRO, a Rucking Division sponsored by GORUCK, and a Savage JR race for younger participants. The course is designed to push participants beyond their limits, whether running solo or in teams, offering a thrilling and gritty outdoor adventure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.