Savage Race - Charlotte

The Ohana Mud Run is a fun-filled 1-mile obstacle race held in Morganton, North Carolina, at the Bennick Compound. Featuring 16 challenging obstacles, the course includes giant sprinklers, a lazy river, and plenty of mud, creating an exciting and messy adventure for participants. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, the event encourages runners of all ages to enjoy the muddy fun together. The race is well-organized and has consistently sold out over the past five years, highlighting its popularity. With a focus on fun and memorable moments, the Ohana Mud Run offers a unique outdoor experience for those looking to get active and embrace the mud. 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 benefiting cancer survivors and those with chronic diseases. The event offers a fun, muddy atmosphere and coincides with the Clemmons Oktoberfest. 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 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.