Virginia Spartan Event Weekend
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2026 Virginia Spartan Event Weekend
The Virginia Spartan Event Weekend takes place October 24 to 25, 2026 at Massanutten Resort in Massanutten, Virginia. The event is an obstacle course race set in the Blue Ridge Mountains and uses rocky trails, steep climbs, technical terrain, and forest routes.
Race options include:
- Sprint: 5 km, 20 obstacles.
- Super: 10 km, 25 obstacles.
- Kids Race: 1 to 3 km, obstacles.
- Spectators: access for nonracing attendees.
Ticketed prices listed for this event include Sprint from $129, Super from $155, and Kids Race from $29. The Sprint lists an average duration of about 1 hour 32 minutes 12 seconds. Team entries allow participants to share the same start time when purchased together. A lodging offer provides a 15% discount for stays from October 22 to 27, 2026. A service member discount of up to 25% is available for eligible US military, law enforcement, firefighters, first responders, and government employees via verification.
Participant feedback from prior years mentions steep climbs, limited passing space on smaller trails, long check-in lines, and suggestions for more water and additional on-course restrooms. The event includes volunteer opportunities and race-day documents such as a program and packing recommendations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
