To the Max Obstacle Challenge
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 9, 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 To the Max Obstacle Challenge is a 2K obstacle course race in Normal, Illinois, organized by the Town of Normal Parks and Recreation Department and starting at 1:30 p.m. on August 8, 2027. The youth- and family-friendly course features around 15 obstacles.
Open to participants aged 5 and up, the event includes a large spectator area. Every participant receives a T-shirt, a participation medal and a recorded time, and trophies go to the top three finishers in each age group.
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