West Concord Wife Carrying Competition
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Distance
- West Concord Wife Carrying Competition
- Price
- $15
From the Organizer
The basic concept is a man carrying a woman (teams do NOT have to be man and woman, any duos can enter) over a marked obstacle course. The teams do not have to be married or romantically involved. Two teams will go head to head on the course and whichever team is the fastest will move on to the next heat until we're down to the final 2 teams competing for a cash prize!
A man may choose to carry his female partner in one of three ways: While many use the "Estonian carry" (upside down on the carrier's back), other methods like piggyback or fireman's carry are allowed.
The course is just under 300 yards long and contains dry obstacles (climbing over or under objects) as well as a wet obstacle (most likely a muddy one).
This is meant to be a fun competition for people 18+. We look forward to having you join us for our first Wife Carrying Competition!!!
Each partner must register and sign the waiver. There will be another waiver to sign in person before the event.
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
81°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Byron 4north, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Concord, MN
City Elevation
1,214 ft
Nearest Airport
RST
Rochester International Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 53 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- West Concord Wife Carrying Competition
- Date
- July 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the West Concord Wife Carrying Competition?
- West Concord Wife Carrying Competition is an obstacle course race held in West Concord, Minnesota on July 25, 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 West Concord Wife Carrying Competition?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in West Concord, Minnesota at 500 Eugene Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the West Concord Wife Carrying Competition?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
West Concord Wife Carrying Competition
Jul 25, 2026