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Savage Race - Chicago

Spring Grove, United States • 11 Jul 2026

Event Overview

The Savage Race returns to Spring Grove, Illinois, on July 11, 2026. This obstacle race takes place at 909 English Prairie Road and features a variety of courses through mud and diverse terrain. The event introduces new obstacles for the 2026 season, and participants who complete two or more courses earn a specific medal and pins.

Course Options

Participants can choose between two primary race formats held on Saturday:

  • Savage Race: A distance of 5-7 miles featuring more than 25 obstacles.
  • Savage Blitz: A shorter course of 3+ miles featuring 15-20 obstacles.

Location and Logistics

The venue is located in Spring Grove, approximately one hour from Chicago. On-site parking is available at the gate for a fee of $20. The registration pricing structure increments periodically leading up to the event date, with no additional transaction fees added at the final checkout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Spring Grove

Race information

Registration
6 mi
Savage Race
3 mi
Savage Blitz
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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