Virginia Spartan Event Weekend

Massanutten, United States • 24-25 Oct 2026

Virginia Spartan Event Weekend at Massanutten Resort

The Virginia Spartan Event Weekend takes place October 24 and 25, 2026 at Massanutten Resort, 4614 Massanutten Dr, Massanutten, Virginia. The event uses mountain terrain in the Blue Ridge area and follows rocky trails with steep climbs and technical sections.

Race courses include natural singletrack and resort terrain. The Sprint and Super courses feature multiple obstacles on trail surfaces and varied elevation. A separate kids race includes a short course with obstacles. Spectator access is available.

Distances and formats:

  • Sprint: 5 km, 20 obstacles
  • Super: 10 km, 25 obstacles
  • Kids Race: 1 to 3 km with obstacles
  • Spectators: spectator tickets available

Ticketed prices listed in event materials start from $115 for the Sprint, $139 for the Super, and $29 for the Kids Race. Team registration is offered so teammates can secure the same start time and may receive group pricing when purchased together or via a referral link. A lodging offer provides 15% off available rooms for stays October 22 to 27, 2026. The event materials also reference volunteer opportunities that can allow people to race for free and a service member discount up to 25 percent verified through GOVX for qualifying US personnel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Super 10k
5 km
Sprint 5k
Kids Race
Kids Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

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A roughly 50 km trail ultramarathon on the southern Massanutten range with about 5,700 feet of elevation gain, six aid stations, and a post run gathering at the Route 211 commuter parking lot. Entry is limited to 75 runners.

A early August, 29.0 mile lap event near Crozet, Virginia featuring five repeats of a steep 2.9 mile gravel climb with about 7,610 feet of elevation change. Limited field, variable aid station staffing, and shuttle parking.

A memorial trail run in the Jefferson National Forest featuring a roughly 60 km course and a 50 km Party Route option, three aid stations, limited entry, and a largely unmarked route supported by a GPX file and turnsheet.

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