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Night of the Dead Mud Run

Night of the Dead Mud Run is an obstacle course race on October 17–18, 2026 in Oak Harbor, OH, with an entry fee of $50.

Date
October 17–18, 2026 (86 days to go)
Price
$50
Sport
Obstacle Course
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From the Organizer

We are extremely excited to bring back a Black Swamp Runner favorite: The Night of the Dead Run! This race is a 5k mud run, featuring 20+ obstacles for you to conquer! Many of the obstacles include a "challenge" side, as well as an "Xtreme" side, making our course fun for anyone! Even if you believe you fall under the "couch potato" status, our course will help you prove to yourself that you have what it takes to tackle obstacles you thought you couldn't! In addition to the run will be the fact that this event takes place two weeks prior to Halloween. Prepare to witness some spooky scenes, as well as a few potential surprises throughout the course! This run will be held AT NIGHT, so we will also plan to have a lit up course that brings a unique feel to the Black Swamp Run. This event will not be officially timed, but you will still be able to see an overall time that you completed the race. With registration you will receive an event T-shirt, a wristband, and a medal! Signing up within the first 4 waves will grant the option to also run the course a second time for $5! Those who choose this option will receive a different wristband. We are hopeful to have multiple giveaways, raffles, and other new items that will make this a more immersive event for everyone! We are also excited to be able to partner with multiple sponsors, including Ronald McDonald House Charities! We are proud to be able to donate 10% of our proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities!

Events

Night of the Dead Mud Run$50

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

64°

Typical Low

42°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Fremont, 12 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:46 AMSunset 6:48 PMDaylight 11h 1m

Host City

About Oak Harbor, OH

City Elevation

586 ft

Nearest Airport

TOL

Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 35 mi

Major Hub

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 49 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

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Waiting For?

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86

Days to train

Race
Night of the Dead Mud Run
Date
October 17–18, 2026

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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.

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Obstacle Course Racing

Obstacle course races (OCR) combine running over different terrain with a series of physical obstacles — walls, rope climbs, monkey bars, carries, and crawls. The barrier to entry is lower than it looks.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Night of the Dead Mud Run?+
Night of the Dead Mud Run is an obstacle course race held in Oak Harbor, Ohio on October 17, 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 Night of the Dead Mud Run?+
Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Oak Harbor, Ohio at 7870 OH-163. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Night of the Dead Mud Run?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Night of the Dead Mud Run

Oct 17, 2026

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