Your First Mud Run - Raleigh

Garner, United States • 19 Jul 2026

Your First Mud Run - Raleigh

Your First Mud Run is an obstacle course event taking place at 921 Buffaloe Rd. in Garner, North Carolina. This event is specifically designed to allow both adults and children to participate on the same course simultaneously. The event is open to participants aged 5 years and older.

The course covers a distance of approximately 1.5 to 2 miles. Throughout the route, participants encounter between 10 and 16 obstacles configured for different age groups. Registration options include individual race entries or packages that provide a t-shirt and a finisher medal.

There are several ways to participate in the event:

  • Standard obstacle course entry
  • Race package with a t-shirt and medal
  • Unlimited waves for multiple course completions
  • Dog registration for pets accompanied by a paid adult

The event takes place on a single day with multiple start waves scheduled at 30-minute intervals. Participants can choose to run in a single wave or opt for an unlimited pass to complete the course multiple times. Dogs are permitted to participate when registered alongside a paid adult participant. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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Mud Run
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