Melbourne Spartan Event Weekend

Werribee, Australia • 8-9 Aug 2026

2026 Melbourne Spartan Event Weekend

The Melbourne Spartan Event Weekend takes place at the Werribee Race Course in Victoria. The venue features a flat and fast course layout, providing a surface suitable for maintaining speed across the various distances. Participants encounter mud throughout the course and have the opportunity to engage with specific obstacles such as the Chain Carry and Armer, which are identified as unique features of this particular event.

The weekend includes several distinct race formats and distances:

  • Sprint: A 5 km course featuring 20 obstacles.
  • Super: A 10 km course featuring 25 obstacles.
  • Kids Race: Distances ranging from 1 km to 3 km including obstacles.
  • 4-Hour Hurricane Heat: A time-based endurance event held on the Sunday.

As an urban race located at 33 Ballan Road in Werribee, the event is positioned to be accessible for residents of the Melbourne area while also serving as a destination for those traveling from further away. Participants have the option to compete as individuals or as part of a team to ensure shared start times. Spectator passes are available for those who wish to view the event at the race course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Super
5 km
Sprint
Kids Race
Kids Race
4-Hour Hurricane Heat
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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