Melbourne Spartan Event Weekend
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Event overview
The Melbourne Spartan event weekend takes place on August 8-9, 2026 at Werribee Race Course, 33 Ballan Rd, Werribee, VIC, Melbourne. The event is described as an urban, fast and flat course. The organizer notes two obstacles unique to this event: Chain Carry and Armer. The weekend includes a festival area, spectator access, volunteer opportunities, and a 4-hour Hurricane Heat format.
Races, obstacles and finishers
- 5K Sprint: 20 obstacles, starting price $99
- 10K Super: 25 obstacles, starting price $109
- Kids Race: 1-3K with obstacles, starting price $34
- 4-Hour Hurricane Heat: starting price $79
- Combo, volunteer and spectator options available
The Sprint and Super courses list many classic Spartan obstacles, including Atlas Carry, A-frame Cargo, Barbed Wire Crawl, Fire Jump, Inverted Wall, Bucket Carry, Hercules Hoist, Multi-Rig, Rope Climb, Sandbag Carry, Slip Wall, Spear Throw, and walls. The event materials note that additional location-specific obstacles may be added.
Finishers receive event items such as a Sprint finisher medal, a finisher tee, and festival entrance. The Trifecta medal is available if a participant completes a Super and a Beast in the same year. The event also provides information on arrival, volunteer options, accommodation, and race day program details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.