The Challenge Race 2027 - Kentucky Obstacle Course Race is an obstacle course race on April 17, 2027 in Mackville, KY, with entry fees from $45 to $50.
Get ready to push your limits and have the time of your life at The Challenge Race — A thrilling 4-mile obstacle course featuring 25+ high-intensity, mud-slinging challenges.
You’ll take on obstacles like the Warped Wall, Multi-Rig, 10-Foot Wall, Muscle-Up Wall, and our crowd-favorite Mud Pit. Whether you’re racing for fun or competition, every obstacle is designed to test your grit, discipline, and endurance — and to deliver an unforgettable experience from start to finish.
But this race is about more than strength — it’s about purpose.
The Challenge Race is run entirely by volunteers and funded through generous donations, with proceeds benefiting Camp Calvary’s Scholarship Fund. This fund helps provide children who may not otherwise afford camp the opportunity to experience a week filled with adventure, faith, and life-changing moments.
Every hill you climb, every wall you scale, and every finish line crossed helps send a child to Camp Calvary — a place where kids grow in confidence, character, and faith.
Run for a reason. Race with purpose. Make an impact that lasts far beyond the finish line.
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
69°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bardstown 5e, 17 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 45 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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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 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.
The Challenge Race 2027 - Kentucky Obstacle Course Race
Apr 17, 2027