To the Max Obstacle Challenge
- Date
- August 9, 2026
- Location
- Maxwell Park, Normal, IL
- Distance
- 12:00PM: 13-14 year olds (COMPETITIVE) · 12:15PM: 11-12 year olds (COMPETITIVE) · 12:30PM: 9-10 year olds (COMPETITIVE) & more
From the Organizer
The “To the Max” Obstacle Challenge is a youth and family 2K course, highlighted by approximately 15 obstacles! It is managed by the Town of Normal Parks and Recreation Department. For ages 5+, we provide a large spectator area. All race participants will receive a t-shirt, participation medal and will be timed. Trophies to top-3 competitors in each competitive age group only.
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
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Normal 4ne, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Normal, IL
Population
52,908
as of 2023
Elevation
793 ft
Nearest Airport
BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 5 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Central 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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What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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 Racing
Mud, obstacles, and miles. Raw fitness meets mental grit in a way no other sport matches.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the To the Max Obstacle Challenge?
- To the Max Obstacle Challenge is an obstacle course race held in Normal, Illinois on August 9, 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 To the Max Obstacle Challenge?
- Sunday, August 9, 2026 in Normal, Illinois at Maxwell Park, Normal, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the To the Max Obstacle Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
To the Max Obstacle Challenge
Aug 9, 2026