NorCal Spartan Event Weekend 2026

Spartan Race in Elk Grove, USA. 14 events over 2 days, Aug 29–30, 2026.

Race information

The NorCal Spartan Event Weekend 2026 takes place at the scenic Mahon Ranch in Elk Grove, just outside of Sacramento. The course features rolling trails, cold river crossings, and signature Spartan obstacles set against the backdrop of Northern California farmland. Suitable for first-timers and elite athletes alike, the event promises a weekend filled with grit, camaraderie, and unforgettable views.

Race schedule

Start times as published by the organizer. Waves fill up.
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Saturday, August 29, 2026

  • 07:0010.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Elite

  • 07:1510.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Age Group

  • 08:00–08:3010.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Open

  • 08:3010.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Doubles

  • 09:003.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 3K

  • Time TBA1.5 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1.5K

  • Time TBA1.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1K

Sunday, August 30, 2026

  • 07:005.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Elite

  • 07:155.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Age Group

  • 07:45–08:305.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Open

  • 08:305.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Doubles

  • 09:00–12:003.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 3K

  • Time TBA1.5 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1.5K

  • Time TBA1.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1K

Where is it

Race village, nearest airport and how to get there.

Elk Grove, USA

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Fly in

Airports within 200 km of the venue. Each one lists the other races you can reach from it.

What the weather did

Actual conditions on these dates over the past 5 years.

Daytime high
30–36°C
Night low
15–16°C
Typical wind
16 km/h
Rain
Usually dry
0/5 years heavy rain
YearHighLowWindRain
202630°C15°C16 km/h—
202535°C15°C13 km/h—
202435°C15°C17 km/h—
202336°C16°C12 km/h—
202234°C15°C18 km/h—

Results

Official results from previous editions. 2026 results appear here after the race.

Training plans