Tough as Nails Urban Challenge
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Event overview
Tough As Nails Urban Challenge is an urban obstacle race in downtown Wheeling, West Virginia, held on May 24, 2026. The event features more than 20 obstacles across a multi-mile course described in the materials as at least 5+ miles. It is open to participants aged 16 and older. The course route passes through urban terrain and includes obstacles such as abandoned cars, flood walls and steep inclines.
The event is presented as part of the Ogden Newspapers WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend. Organizers note there are no competitive prizes; participation focuses on finishing and group camaraderie. An after-party for participants and guests includes food, drinks and live music.
Logistics and race format
Packet pickup is at the WesBanco Arena lobby in Wheeling and is available on the days before the event and on race morning. On-site race-day registration is not available. The race uses timed waves; waves depart at regular intervals and each wave is limited in size (150 participants per wave in published materials). When registering, runners choose the wave time they wish to join.
Each registered participant receives a moisture-wicking shirt, a finish medal and a drink ticket for the after-party. Parking is noted at the Intermodal Center Parking Garage at 1401 Main St, Wheeling. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.