Monterey Spartan Event Weekend

Salinas, United States • 30-31 May 2026

Monterey Spartan Event Weekend - May 30-31, 2026

The Monterey Spartan Event Weekend takes place at Toro Park near Salinas, California, approximately six miles from downtown Salinas. The program includes Spartan obstacle course races over two days and features Spartan Trail Races as part of the weekend schedule.

The venue combines dense vegetation, rolling hills, coastal views and typically mild coastal weather. Course elements listed for the Spartan races include steep climbs, open field sprints, rugged trails, and a sequence of manufactured obstacles placed along the routes. Course maps are subject to change depending on conditions.

Race formats and details published for the weekend:

  • Sprint 5 km, 20 obstacles
  • Super 10 km, 25 obstacles
  • Kids Race 1–3 km with obstacles

Additional event information notes bag check, parking, and processing on site. Listed entry prices include fees; example prices shown are Sprint $192 / $135, Super $215 / $150, and Kids Race $33 / $23. Spectator access is available. The published average duration for the Sprint is about 1 hour 32 minutes 12 seconds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Super
5 km
Sprint
Kids Race
Kids Race
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