Highlander Assault Obstacle Race

AUG

15

2026

Embrace your inner Highlander at the Highlander Assault obstacle race in McHenry Illinois on August 15 2026, featuring 5k, 15k and a 3k Family Frenzy with rugged obstacles and themed Scottish fun. Finishers earn a medal and shirt.

Sat 15 Aug 2026

McHenry, Illinois

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15k

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Event details

The Highlander Assault Obstacle Race takes place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in McHenry, Illinois (1911 W. Fernview Ln., McHenry, IL 60051). The event is Scottish Highlander themed and uses an obstacle course format. Finishers of the race events receive a race medal and a t-shirt. Entry prices listed for the event groups are: Obstacle Course 5k ($60 - $100), Obstacle Course 15k ($75 - $95), and Family Frenzy Obstacle Course 3k ($40).

Race formats and features

The event offers multiple heat types across distances, including competitive and open heats, an endurance heat, a hero heat, and an unlimited-laps option. Obstacles listed include technical monkey bar style rigs, atlas stone carries, archery challenges, and caber carries. The organizer also runs related events: a torch-lit 5k night obstacle race with illuminated obstacles and bonfires, and an immersive 5k Haunted Highlander Trail Run featuring live actors, animatronics, and Halloween-themed scenes.

Distances offered: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.