Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- Individual · Team of Four · 1 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Join us for the 8th Annual Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run on Saturday, September 12, 2026! Featuring a 5K course for ages 7 and up and a Fun Run for participants of all ages, this event promises muddy excitement and fun for everyone!
Whether tackling the 5K course solo or as part of a team or conquering the Fun Run course, participants will face exciting obstacles that challenge their strength, agility, and endurance. Proceeds from the Dirty Dozen 5K Obstacle Mud Run and Fun Run will support innovative YMCA health programs, including those benefiting cancer survivors and individuals managing chronic diseases, making a lasting impact in our community.
New for 2026: New Medals for 5K and Fun Run
Race Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Registration: Registration opens on January 1, 2026
Location: Jerry Long Family YMCA
Race/First Heat Start Time: 7:30am (Fun Run) and 8:10am (5K)
Heats Start: Every 10 minutes
CLEMMONS OKTOBERFEST: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Are you from out of town? Out of town participants – please check out our accommodations in the Village of Clemmons to make your stay enjoyable!
Race Day Childcare
Free childcare is available for all YMCA of NWNC Members and Non-Member Volunteers. The cost will be $10 for Non-Members for children 3 months and older to age 10 from 6:30am to 12:00pm. Parents must pre-register for child care at the Jerry Long Family YMCA by calling Member Services at 336 712 2000 or click here for online registration.
Parents and guardians must reserve a spot by 7:00pm on Friday, September 11, 2026. Additional $5 fee for late registrations! If you have any questions, please contact Margaret Ramirez at m.ramirez@ymcanwnc.org
Non-Member Volunteers must register in-house for a discounted rate.
Questions? Contact dirtydozen5k@ymcanwnc.org
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
60°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pfafftown, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clemmons, NC
Population
21,574
as of 2023
Elevation
823 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 26 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Obstacle course races combine running with walls, rope climbs, carries, and mud — testing strength, grip, endurance, and mental toughness all at once.
No two races feel the same, and it is a truly unique endurance sport.
Obstacle Course Racing
Mud, obstacles, and miles. Raw fitness meets mental grit in a way no other sport matches.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run?
- Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run is an obstacle course race held in Clemmons, North Carolina on September 12, 2026. 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 obstacle course races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Clemmons, North Carolina at Jerry Long Family YMCA, Clemmons, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run
Sep 12, 2026