Gladiator Challenge
- Date
- April 24, 2027
- Distance
- Junior Obstacle Course Race (Ages 3-6) · Youth Obstacle Course Race (Grades K-12) · 5K Obstacle Course Race (Ages 16+)
From the Organizer
Christ Classical Academy's Annual Gladiator Challenge is a family adventure race held in Tallahassee, Florida. Racers run and navigate over, under, through, and across different types of obstacles in this fun and challenging course. There is also an amazing lineup of food trucks, carnival games, bounce houses, a dunk tank, face painting, and more!
Phipps Farm - 4300 North Meridian Rd
5k Obstacle Course Race (3.2 miles and 30+ obstacles - ages 16 and up permitted)
Youth Obstacle Course Race (1.6 miles and 15+ obstacles for grades K-12)
Junior Obstacle Course Race (less than 1/2 mile and 5+ obstacles for ages 3-6)
If you/your child can fit into more than one category/race, please choose the one best suited for your/your child's abilities.
The first 400 registrants who sign up by 11:59 p.m. on March 31st will receive a free t-shirt.
Early race bag pick-up for non-Christ Classical Academy families will be available the Friday before the race from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Christ Classical Academy - 2205 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308.
IMPORTANT CHANGES THIS YEAR:
NO Race Day Registration
NO Race Only Option
Junior Obstacle Course Race (ages 3-6) will start at 8:00 a.m.
Final Race Schedule
Awards Ceremony Immediately Following
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tallahassee, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tallahassee, FL
Population
199,696
as of 2023
Elevation
195 ft
Nearest Airport
TLH
Tallahassee International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gladiator Challenge?
- Gladiator Challenge is a running race held in Tallahassee, Florida on April 24, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Gladiator Challenge?
- Saturday, April 24, 2027 in Tallahassee, Florida at 4300 North Meridian Rd, Tallahassee, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gladiator Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gladiator Challenge
Apr 24, 2027