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Name: Tough Mudder - Chicago
Start: 2026-08-29
End: 2026-08-29
Location: Spring Grove

Spring Grove, United States • 29 Aug 2026

Tough Mudder Chicago

Tough Mudder Chicago takes place on August 29, 2026 at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, Illinois. The organizer is Tough Mudder and the event is an in-person obstacle course weekend with multiple participation options.

Event options include:

15K: 20+ obstacles
5K: 12+ obstacles
Infinity: multiple laps in an 8 hour format
Spectator pass and group packages available

The course includes named obstacles such as Berlin Walls, Arctic Enema, and Augustus Gloop. The event features a Mudder Village with food, live entertainment, and a festival atmosphere. Finishers receive 2026 finisher medals, a finisher shirt, an orange finisher headband, and a complimentary finisher beer or seltzer.

Logistics noted for attendees include prepayable parking and bag drop fees. Volunteer roles are available; volunteers receive a discounted event entry, exclusive swag, and complimentary food. VIP and corporate group options are offered for teams of 10 or more. The Infinity format allows additional timed laps and may connect to longer distance achievements such as the 50 mile club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Spring Grove

Race information

Website

15 km

15k

5 km

Infinity

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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