June 27th, 2026. Centerville, OH

THe race that takes you to war

America's 250th edition

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June 27th, 2026. Centerville, OH

the race that takes you to war

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The race

5K. 25+ unique obstacles.

A war-themed 5K course that combines simulated explosions & gunfire with 25+ unique obstacles to test what you're made of.

And of course a whole bunch of mud, fire, water and a few surprises that make it an experience you'll brag about till the day you die.

P.S. — All skill levels are welcome. Skip any obstacles, no penalties.

Man in a yellow tanktop holding handles while suspended on ropes on a red obsatcle with flamethrower in the background.

Inversion

Athlete navigating rings suspended over water in the WarX 5K race.

Maximus

devils tailpipe

Four men climbing a steep dirt hill using a large cargo net surrounded by green forest.

The Decagon

Ammo Carry

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Heartbreak Ridge

The slide

ADS

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& More...

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The slide

the biggest american flag waterslide in the world

There's no better way to honor America's 250th than by flying down the red, white, and blue at speeds that'll leave you scream-chanting “U.S.A! U.S.A!”.

what you'll earn

A black medal with red, white, and blue paint splatters and a silver 'X' symbol rests on a rock with an American flag and fireworks in the background.

the medal

A medal drenched in red, white and blue. No better way to say, "I can do f*cking anything."

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bad ass finisher tees

Premium shirts to remind others that you are better than them.

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free action photos

Perfect for showing to your friends and family to make them jealous.

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cold local brews

“On victory, you deserve a beer. On defeat, you need it.”

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bragging rights

Flex on everyone that doubted you. You earned it.

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The CLUB

After crossing that finish line, you’re in the club for life. Sorry, not sorry.

you can do this.

People run, walk, and crawl through the course. There are obstacles for all skill levels and no penalties for skipping.

Questions? we got you.

Where is the race?

Address: 2054 Orpheus Rd, Centerville, OH 45685, USA

Travel time from Columbus: 1.5 hours
Travel time from Charleston, WV: 1.5 hours
Travel time from Cincinnati: 2 hours
Travel time from Dayton: 2 hours
Travel time from Lexington, KY: 2.5 hours

Click here for directions

Can I skip obstacles?

Yeah, the 5K is an Open race, meaning you can skip any obstacles without penalties. If you fail an obstacle, you’re free to retry as many times you’d like. This is your race, just show up and give the course hell. The rest is between you and God.

Do I need to be in shape?

We have people walk, run, and crawl their way through the course. There are obstacles for all skill levels, and you can skip anything you're not comfortable with. One thing is for sure though, you will be challenged and you will have fun.

Is it actually dangerous?

No, it looks way scarier than it is. While WarX is a war-themed race with explosions, flamethrowers, and gunfire (blanks only), everything is simulated, controlled by a professional team, and is 100% safe. This theme even exists to create an atmosphere like nothing you’ve experienced before, and to very lightly simulate war conditions. That said, safety is our top priority and at no point will you actually be in danger.

On the course, we have frequent aid stations with water, electrolytes, pickle juice, and staff/volunteers making sure you’re hydrated and good to keep going. We also have a full professional medic team to help if anything happens.

Is this event similar to the mud runs and obstacle course races like Tough Mudder and Spartan?

Yes in the sense that there is running, obstacles and mud to contend with. War-X is very unique in that every race has a specific mission that dictates your interaction with the course and the fact that you are running the race through explosions and gunfire. But if you can run a Spartan Race or a Tough Mudder, you can finish this race.

What if I need a place to stay?

Bring your tents! We offer on-site primitive camping Friday and Saturday night (pre-paid only). We also have discounts set up with local hotels. More information on the event page after clicking "Register Now."

P.S. - If you make it a weekend with the "Trilogy Weekend Package" get $25 off with code TENT to pay for one night of camping!

Are there more races over the weekend?

Thirsty for more? Make it a weekend with the Trilogy 5K Weekend Package. Take on a military-style assault mission Saturday evening, and a 3K obstacle course race Sunday morning. We also have affordable camping options & partner hotels with discounts if you need a place to stay.

See the specific event breakdown(s) and details on the next page after clicking "Register Now".

Can I come to watch? Is there an entrance fee?

Of course, feel free to come cheer on the participants! Admission is free, and the venue opens at 8:00 AM. There will be many stands, food trucks, a merchandise store, and more around the start and finish area. Please note that you will need to pay parking fees and most of the race takes place in the woods, so you'll mostly be spectating the start and finish line. (which is the coolest place to be anyway)

Be Part Of This

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Four adults smiling outdoors in athletic gear with an obstacle course and American flags in the background.

Person sliding down a water slide under a burst of large flame arching overhead.

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The race

5K. 25+ unique obstacles.

Inversion

Maximus

devils tailpipe

The Decagon

Heartbreak Ridge

The slide

& More...

THIRSTY FOR MORE?

MAKE IT A WEEKEND with the trilogy

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Saturday, June 27th - 8:00am

5K Obstacle course race

Explosions & gunfire, 25+ obstacles, a race you'll brag about finishing till the day you die.

Fireworks explode in the night sky above a large American flag illuminated on the ground.

Saturday, June 27th - 6pm

The battle challenge

Military-style mission with live fire range simulation.

Woman firing a large flamethrower with a man standing behind her raising both hands in excitement on a grassy hillside with an American flag painted on the hill in the background.

Sunday, June 28th - 9am

3K OBSTACLE COURSE RACE

Sunday morning, fast and dirty.

P.S. — Use code TENT for $25 off to cover one night of camping.

THINK THAT WAS IT?

you're in for a treat.

Festival access

Food & bev trucks, photo ops, and celebrate with a community that has a little too much energy.

after dark party

When the real fun begins. Live music, fireworks, cold drinks, and things we can't talk about here.

other surprises

We gotta leave the rest up to the imagination. You’ll just have to be there.

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After a thousand miles run in OCR events, this is by far my favorite.

"Non-stop explosions and gunfire on the course, lots of unique obstacles I've not seen before, and that epic water slide really puts this place tiers above other races."

THird-Time RAcer

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Definitely not in kansas anymore with these obstacles

“Cookie cutter Spartan obstacles pale in comparison to the creativity and craftsmanship I saw on this course.”

First-TIme Racer

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if you have the opportunity, do it.

“It's more than a race, it's an experience that will stand out beyond all others. To say it was awesome is a complete understatement.”

first-time RACER

voted #1 event of 2023 & 2024!

want to run as a team?

Register as a Team to lock in the same start time as your friends and be eligible for team awards, PLUS the first 2 friends you invite get 10% off at checkout.

veterans & active duty save 10%

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run for something bigger

100% of War-X 2026 proceeds go to Operation Enduring Warrior, a nonprofit helping wounded veterans overcome mental and physical challenges through athletic events like War-X. You’ll see them alongside you on race day.

So when you cross that finish line, know you ran for something bigger than yourself. You ran for these masked heroes who gave everything and more for this country.