Gladiator Assault Challenge
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 16, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Gladiator Assault Challenge in Boone is one of the Midwest's leading endurance events, with a 6-mile (9.7 km) obstacle course race at 8:00 a.m. and a 5K (3.1 miles) at 8:20 a.m. on May 15, 2027. The courses are designed to test speed, agility, strength and mental toughness.
Competing solo or as a team, participants tackle a range of physically demanding challenges, including running, climbing, jumping, crawling and balancing, often in muddy conditions. Participants receive a finisher T-shirt, a medal, fruit and a beer (for those 21 and over).
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