69+ ADVENTURE RACES WORLDWIDE

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26
Nov

South America Series HUAIRASINCHI - CUENCA - ARWC 2024

World Championship

Huairasinchi is the adventure race with more editions in the history of the sport (20). The race re-discovers hidden places in the extraordinary biodiverse Ecuador country. Every race is completely different from the past ones, visiting rainforest lowlands, cloud forest, and snow caped volcanoes. Racers are immersed in a rich cultural experience with local habitants and indigenous communities around the course. The race directors work closely with the local communities to promote their culture and explore ancient trails and areas that are not in the normal tourism offer.

26 Nov - 08 Dec 2024 (Past Race)
Distance
558km
Course Open
6 Days
Teams
4 Persons
Limit
70 Teams

12
Dec

Namma Adventure Race is Karnataka’s Only ARWS Asia Qualifier Race. The course is set to experience local culture, adventure, and adrenaline that Karnataka has in store.

12 Dec - 15 Dec 2024
Distance
80KM | 200KM
Course Open
48hrs
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
40 Teams

11
Jan

Europe Series Montane Kong Vinter

Montane Kong Vinter is an adventure race in the Copenhagen area that gives the participants some unique experiences in nature. Montane Kong Winter is a team race where orienteering, running, mountain biking, climbing and canoeing (only the master route) are the main ingredients. The route is in beautiful nature with many spectacular features along the way.

11 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
Distance
100
Course Open
24 Hours
Teams
Team of 4, 3 & 2
Limit
50

25
Jan

Oceania Series The MAGNIficent

World Champs Qualifier

"A classic unsupported-style expedition race through beautiful and rugged terrain of New Zealand's South Island. Single track, high mountains, jagged rock formations, canyons, classic mildish whitewater rivers will all play a part. Sure to be some suffering too. 

25 Jan - 02 Feb 2025
Distance
400km
Course Open
6 Days
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
50 teams

13
Feb

Regional Championship

CHARRUA CHALLENGE is this years South America's Championship 

13 Feb - 16 Feb 2025
Distance
250-300km
Course Open
45 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
160 Athletes

21
Feb

Oceania Series Adrenalin Quest

Stage Race

"Adrenalin Quest: More Than Just a Race—An Unforgettable Adventure

Get ready for an extraordinary challenge with Adrenalin Quest! This thrilling three-stage race is designed to push participants to their limits, drawing out the best of their skills, resilience, and teamwork. Set across breathtaking landscapes, Adrenalin Quest combines trekking, mountain biking, and kayaking for a multi-day adventure like no other. Each day, you’ll conquer a different stage before retreating to a comfortable night’s rest to recharge for the next day’s challenges.

21 Feb - 23 Feb 2025
Distance
250km
Course Open
3 Days
Teams
Team of 2
Limit
150 Participants

01
Mar

Oceania Series Legend Expedition Race

World Champs Qualifier

The Legend Expedition Race is Back in 2025

This is where Legends are made.

Feats of epic endurance. Pulling together when everything falls apart. Pushing on when everything in you wants to hit the emergency button. Helping your mates and pushing to the edge of what’s possible.

Discover what you’re made of – the stuff of Legends.

Legend Expedition race has an 8 year vision to circumnavigate Australia starting New South Wales and continuing each year around Australia to Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, Queensland and finishing in the Australian Capital Territory.

The 2025 edition of Legend heads to the wilds of Tasmania and will travel through some of the last true wilderness in the world.

The Legend Expedition Race is a classic non-stop 6 day adventure race involving trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure disciplines. Teams of two or four must navigate their way unsupported through an epic 500+km course.

Teams race day and night pushing themselves to the ultimate limits of human endurance. All team members must complete all sections of the course and they must never be separated by more than 100m.

01 Mar - 08 Mar 2025
Distance
500KM
Course Open
6 Days
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
40

01
Mar

North America Series CheNarr Adventure Race and Rogaine

The CheNarr Adventure Race is a 12-hr event that includes mountain or gravel biking, kayaking and trekking to find checkpoints along the Harpeth River, in the Cheatham Wildlife Management Area and in Narrows of the Harpeth State Park.

01 Mar - 01 Mar 2025
Distance
80
Course Open
12 Hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
100

09
Mar

South America Series Tierra Indomita - VULCANIA

World Champs Qualifier

This race will take place in one of the wildest and most beautiful landscapes in the planet, the Chilean Andes Mountain range Fire Belt. Where the best athletes of the world will row across crystal clear rivers and lakes, they will hike great mountains, and above all, will conquer the summit of an amazing volcano. Orientation will take them across millenary araucaria forests, and peradventure, across the glaciers that surround the area.

A wild, beautiful, and true adventure awaits.

09 Mar - 14 Mar 2025
Distance
450 KM
Course Open
5 Days
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
40

21
Mar

World Champs Qualifier

After six years of success, we are proud to once again present Mexico’s Toughest Race! Our goal has always been and continues to be to promote ecotourism through mountain sports in Nuevo León and Mexico, explore the wonders and challenges that nature has to offer and experience endless emotions together with you.

21 Mar - 28 Mar 2025
Distance
500km | 200km | 100km
Course Open
6.5 Days
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
N/A

22
Mar

North America Series EXTREME BREAK UP ADVENTURE RACE

Join us for the LONGEST running Midwest Adventure Race! This race isn't named after your relationship, but rather the spring thaw after a long winter! There will be 6 and 12 hour courses to FIT ALL SKILL LEVELS!

22 Mar - 22 Mar 2025
Distance
6hrs / 12hrs
Course Open
12 Hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
200 Racers

04
Apr

Europe Series Raid Tierra de Cameros

"Enter a unique adventure experience through the impressive region of La Rioja. Its enchanting landscapes, rich wine culture and the perfect combination of challenging terrain make this race an unforgettable experience for adventure lovers. Discover the natural diversity of La Rioja in Raid Tierra de Cameros.

Tierra de Cameros is a race designed by Urtzi Iglesias, race director of Expedition Guaraní with 8 editions behind him and with the organization of a world championship included.
"

04 Apr - 06 Apr 2025
Distance
["150km" | "60Km"]
Course Open
30 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
40 Teams

04
Apr

Set in the picturesque surroundings of Woodridge College near Port Elizabeth, the Mammoth Woodridge Adventure Race showcases three diverse terrains: rugged coastal trails, dense forests requiring keen navigation, and open plains that test endurance and strategy. The race features three distance options catering to all experience levels: a beginner-friendly 20–25 km Mini Adventure, a challenging 60–75 km mid-range course, and an ultimate 125–150 km endurance test for seasoned racers. Exceptional route choices make every race thrilling, combining physical and mental challenges with the beauty of the South African wilderness.

04 Apr - 06 Apr 2025
Distance
20km | 60km | 120km
Course Open
36 Hours
Teams
2 & 4 PERSON
Limit
100 Teams

12
Apr

North America Series SHENANDOAH EPIC

Preparations are underway for the Adventure Enablers 2025 running of the Shenandoah Epic 24-hour adventure race. The race is in its 14th year and is located in Front Royal, Virginia. The adventure race will start on April 12, 2025. Registration opens to all experienced and budding adventure racers on October 1, 2024.

12 Apr - 13 Apr 2025
Distance
100miles
Course Open
30 hours
Teams
Team of 4, 3 & 2
Limit
300 Participants

17
Apr

Adventure Race India Championship is India’s National level Championship event open to everyone. Every year NthAdventure hosts India's toughest Adventure Race in exotic / toughest parts of India. 

With every race we want to let everyone experience the Indian Adventure, culture, hospitality and take home only the memories. 

All our races are gateway to the Expedition Style racing. If you are a newbie or seasoned athletes, this is one race you should never miss. It's time to start training for the next edition. 

17 Apr - 20 Apr 2025
Distance
80KM / 200 KM
Course Open
30hrs
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
30 Teams

18
Apr

Non stop 24 hours race. Only mixte team of 4 racers. Activities: roller, orienteering, MTB, kayak, packraft and ropes. In the Loire department.

18 Apr - 20 Apr 2025
Distance
170Km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
50 Teams

26
Apr

North America Series Spring Bloom Adventure Race

Make a team or go solo and have a blast during our annual Spring Bloom Adventure Race - Presented by Dominion Energy in and around beautiful Williamsburg, VA. If you love being outdoors: paddling, hiking and/or biking trails, getting off the sidewalks, then this is the event for you. Navigate the park just as the flowers and trees are blossoming, this year we will have both a "morning to midnight" 15-hour race on Saturday, and then also a more beginner friendly 4-hour race on Sunday.

26 Apr - 27 Apr 2025
Distance
30KM | 100KM
Course Open
15 hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
Unlimited

28
Apr

Africa Series BIMBACHE MOROCCO 2025

World Champs Qualifier

The Bimbache Raid was organized in Spain between 2003 and 2010, and in its seven editions it was one of the most important races on the international scene where the best teams in the world participated.

28 Apr - 03 May 2025
Distance
460km
Course Open
5 days
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
40

01
May

Africa Series Hessequa Adventure Race

Wild and unexplored areas awaits you. The Hesequa keeps revealing gems each year and 2025 won't be any different. Come make the most of the long weekend and spend it with friends in the most epic way possible.

01 May - 04 May 2025
Distance
250km
Course Open
48 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
40

02
May

Stage Race

"The inaugural Cerberus Expedition Stage Race will take place from May 2-4, 2025 from Camp Powhatan BSA Camp (2600 Max Creek Rd, Hiwassee, VA 24347) near Claytor Lake. The unique setup of this event allows racers to experience the thrill of multi-day racing without all of the sleep deprivation and dependency on a diet of solely sports nutrition. Each day will feature a unique course which should take teams about 12 hours to complete and feature a specific race discipline (paddling, cycling, trekking), though you will do several disciplines each day. There will be plenty of navigational challenges as well. The course will be designed to challenge both beginners and more advanced racers.

02 May - 05 May 2025
Distance
240KM
Course Open
36 hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
130 Racers

03
May

The Rock, Roll and Rattlesnake Challenge (RRRC) is held on a private ranch in the remote rugged and beautiful area of North West Texas. The RRRC is not a "bag and tag' get in and get out, over and done kind of race. It is a full weekend of "entertainment", an experience to savor, enjoy and make memories. The RRRC was started by Rattlesnake Racing in 1999 and has a long history of challenging participants.

03 May - 03 May 2025
Distance
["N/A"]
Course Open
16hours
Teams
2, 3 & 4 PERSON
Limit
25 Teams

05
May

South America Series MALACARA RACE CHAPADA DIAMANTINA

World Champs Qualifier

Chapada Diamantina is a mountainous region located in the interior of Bahia, known for its lush landscapes, waterfalls, caves, trails, and unique rock formations. The city of Lençóis is considered the gateway to Chapada Diamantina, being a charming historic municipality with colonial houses, cobblestone streets, and a welcoming atmosphere. Lençóis offers a complete tourist infrastructure, with accommodation options, restaurants, and travel agencies to explore the natural beauty of the region. It is an ideal destination for eco-tourism and adventure lovers.

05 May - 10 May 2025
Distance
500km
Course Open
6 Days
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
50 teams

08
May

Europe Series Rajd Beskidy short

Although Rajd Beskidy short course has "short" in its name, it is actually a challenging race that takes place in the hilly terrain on the border between Poland and the Czech Republic.

08 May - 11 May 2025
Distance
200Km
Course Open
30 hours
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
30 Teams

12
May

Europe Series ADVENTURE RACE CROATIA

World Champs Qualifier

2025 will be the 6th ARC and will take you once again on a memorable journey of 500 km through the magnificent scenery of Croatia! 

12 May - 17 May 2025
Distance
500km
Course Open
4 Days
Teams
Mixed teams of 4
Limit
30

16
May

North America Series St-Lawrence Adventure Race

Stage Race

"The St-Lawrence Adventure Race will take place over 2 days (in stages) on May 17 and 18, 2025, around Rimouski (QC). This event aims to offer teams a memorable adventure while showcasing the beauty and attractions of the region.

16 May - 18 May 2025
Distance
["150km"]
Course Open
48 hours
Teams
Team of 2
Limit
50 Teams

17
May

World Champs Qualifier

Developed and designed by Jason and Chelsey Magness of Team BendRacing/ 4HourFuel.

17 May - 25 May 2025
Distance
["250miles"]
Course Open
5 Days
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
35 Teams

30
May

HSAC Chapter 4 takes place on the 30-31 May 2025. This premier adventure race, now a key part of the ARWS Regional Race (Asia Series) will challenge participants with a dynamic mix of trail running, mountain biking, waterfalls abseiling, orienteering and for our elite racers, an adrenaline pumping white water rafting segment. For the other categories, you’ll enjoy an exciting stand up paddling experience that’s sure to get your heart racing.

30 May - 31 May 2025
Distance
["15km" | "40km" | "100km"]
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
70

31
May

North America Series Tug Hill Extreme Adventure

12-hour race: ARWS-NA and USARA points race. Teams of 1-4 navigate with map/compass to find pre-plotted checkpoints while trekking/running, mountain biking, and paddling. 3/4-person mixed gender division.

31 May - 01 Jun 2025
Distance
150km
Course Open
12hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
150 Participants

04
Jun

Africa Series The Ratel Expedition

World Champs Qualifier

“Die Ratel”, meaning Honey Badger in Afrikaans (a local language in South Africa) is set to be a raw old-school adventure - alike to a Honey Badger, tough, honest and a challenge so worth taking on!

04 Jun - 15 Jun 2025
Distance
400-500km
Course Open
8 Days
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
Limited

13
Jun

Europe Series RAIDARAN ADVENTURE RACE

The 6th edition of the Raidaran Adventure Race arrives loaded with renewed energy but maintaining the original essence: recovering the spirit of adventure, offering spectacular, wild and unknown routes, promoting versatility in the variety of disciplines. Multisport, Adventure, Teamwork, Wild Nature and Self-sufficiency. We want to return to the origin of adventure races.

13 Jun - 15 Jun 2025
Distance
200km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
40 Teams

15
Jun

Europe Series Rajd Beskidy

World Champs Qualifier

Rajd Beskidy long course is an expedition race. It takes place in the mountainous terrain on the border between Poland and Slovakia. Its length (about 500 km), combined with significant elevation gain (about 15,000 m) and demanding navigation, means that it is a challenge even for the best teams.

In 2025, the HQ as well as the start and finish, will be located in Poland, although most of the route will run through Slovakia. Participants will visit several national parks and places unknown even to local competitors. Traditionally, besides typical disciplines such as MTB, trekking, and paddling, teams will have to tackle navigation tasks requiring precision and attention, rope work, shooting, and other tasks making it necessary for participants to be versatile. They will receive various types of maps: lidar, itineraries, and transformed maps. The course is intended exclusively for four-person mixed teams. They certainly won't be bored.

15 Jun - 22 Jun 2025
Distance
500km
Course Open
120 hours
Teams
Mixed teams of 4
Limit
30 Teams

20
Jun

North America Series ENDLESS MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE RACE

World Champs Qualifier

Now in its third edition, the 2025 Endless Mountains Adventure Race is heading north to the Green Mountain State! Over seven days, teams will get to explore the full expanse of what Vermont has to offer: rolling mountains, lush forests, majestic waterways, iconic gravel, and twisty single track on a course that calls to mind the Untamed New England expeditions of years past and pairs it with the classic Rootstock flair that you have come to expect from Endless: rewarding checkpoints, a close-knit community feel, and some of the most challenging navigation and route choice on the ARWS circuit.

20 Jun - 28 Jun 2025
Distance
765km | 587km
Course Open
7 Days
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
N/A

21
Jun

Join us for the 2nd year running of the Midwest Championship Adventure Race. Location will be announced at the beginning of 2025. This race will have 6 and 24 hour options. Registration is limited, this race will sell out.

21 Jun - 22 Jun 2025
Distance
100km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
100 Teams

27
Jun

North America Series Rainier RAID

This race put on by CrossFit Vancouver (with some help from Bend Racing) and will deliver an epic course and an amazing and welcoming atmosphere.  Expect beautiful vistas, gorgeous waterfalls, challenging navigation and fast and fun mountain biking - all taking place with Mt Rainier as your backdrop!

27 Jun - 29 Jun 2025
Distance
150km
Course Open
36 hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
75 teams

28
Jun

North America Series Stubborn Mule Adventure Race

"Prepare yourself for the ultimate adventure as the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race returns to the rugged north woods of Cable, Wisconsin, on June 28, 2025! This 24-hour event is crafted to push your endurance, sharpen your skills, and create unforgettable memories.

28 Jun - 29 Jun 2025
Distance
N/A
Course Open
24 hrs
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
200 Racers

05
Jul

North America Series Raid the Rockies

Stage Race

For this Second Edition, join us in our new location for the race in the beautiful Canadian Rockies, in the beautiful town of Grande Cache, AB. Offering participants the opportunity of a lifetime to test their skills and endurance in one of the world's most stunning natural environments.

05 Jul - 08 Jul 2025
Distance
["280KM"]
Course Open
3.5 Days
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
80

06
Jul

Oceania Series The Amazons Australia

Stage Race

The Adventure Racing World Series and Tri Adventure and are proud and excited to announce the first ever ARWS all-female adventure race!

06 Jul - 10 Jul 2025
Distance
8Hours/day
Course Open
3Days
Teams
Team of 2
Limit
50 Teams

12
Jul

North America Series Maine Summer Adventure Race

The Maine Summer Adventure Race is an annual event designed to showcase the most beautiful, interesting, and fun parts of Maine. The 24-hour race is an extreme challenge, involving multiple hiking, mountain biking, and canoeing stages.

Teams race through the day and night (and day again), covering 50 to 100+ miles in total distance. The race is hosted and designed by Kate and Cliff White, the founders of Strong Machine Adventure Racing.

12 Jul - 13 Jul 2025
Distance
["N/A"]
Course Open
24 hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
150 Participants

12
Jul

North America Series Never Summer Adventure Race

Returning for the 10th year, the Never Summer Adventure Race will take racers through the rugged Rocky Mountains of Eagle County, Colorado. With world renowned single track mountain biking, epic, swift water mountain kayaking, and trekking through breathtaking terrain, this race will be an adventure of a lifetime. Don't miss this 10 anniversary edition, once again taking place on an all new course.

12 Jul - 13 Jul 2025
Distance
100km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
120 racers

17
Jul

North America Series Pocket Gopher Extreme Challenge

The Pocket Gopher Extreme 48 will be insane this year! The PGE is both an ARWS North America Regional Race and a USARA national qualifier for 2025 and that is just the beginning. This year we are taking the PGE to extremely new heights with a 48hr expedition style race that is sure to challenge any team. If you have ever wanted to try an expedition race but have been afraid to try this is the race for you.

17 Jul - 20 Jul 2025
Distance
75km-250km
Course Open
48hrs & 12 Hrs
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
Unlimited

19
Jul

Europe Series Raid Gallaecia

World Champs Qualifier

Raid Gallaecia returns in 2025 as an expedition race following its last World Championship experience in 2021. A new destination where teams will explore the South of Galicia in Spain and the North of Portugal.

19 Jul - 26 Jul 2025
Distance
500km
Course Open
5 days
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
30 Teams

26
Jul

Regional Championship

The thirty-hour event, supported by the Canadian Adventure Racing Association (CARA), will serve as the 2025 ARWS North American Championship

26 Jul - 27 Jul 2025
Distance
150km
Course Open
30 hours
Teams
Team of 3 & 4
Limit
70

01
Aug

Tactical Foodpack Expedition Estonia is an adventurous endurance race through wild mid-summer Estonian nature.

Route will traverse beautiful untouched forests and bogs as well as exciting cultural landscape and special natural objects. The course is divided into stages of trekking, mountain biking and watercraft.

Teams have to visit race checkpoints shown on the map, between which the specific route is free to choose. Predicted fastest time for non-stop racing in Expedition class is about 20 hours, but the course will be open for 40 hours, so it is possible to complete it more calmly and with rest breaks.
There will also be a "soft" class option that cuts the distance significantly and “open” class, that allows participants to use GPS navigation and race solo or in a team of up to 3 members.

01 Aug - 03 Aug 2025
Distance
220 km | 160 km
Course Open
40 hours
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
100 Teams

02
Aug

North America Series THE LONGEST DAY

"In 2025 The Longest Day Will be returning to the Adirondack Mountains of New York. This will be a 24 hour event held in the heart of one of the largest parks in the US. Teams of 2 - 4 will experience world class single track mountain biking, incredible navigation through forests and over mountains, and canoeing through wild rivers.

This race is built to challenge the toughest adventure racers but also give new folks the chance to experience a longer race format. On this course many of the checkpoints will be optional with a fewer number of mandatory points to make sure that everyone gets across the finish line together.

02 Aug - 03 Aug 2025
Distance
80miles
Course Open
24hrs
Teams
Team of 2, 3 & 4
Limit
80

08
Aug

Europe Series ITERA

World Champs Qualifier

Originally the brainchild of James Thurlow, ITERA is now organised by Durty Events - one of the most experienced adventure sport companies in the UK with over 200 events behind us. Paul McGreal was Race or Event Director for ITERA 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The Course Planner is ex-World Champion Tom Gibbs (also Course Planner in 2014, 2019, 2022 and 2023).The idea of showing off the country at its finest is what motivates the team behind the ITERA.

ITERA is a made-up word - ITER – Latin for “journey”.. and the “A” stood for little more than the ADVENTURE

The teams will be racing over 600km through Scotland over five days in August 2024. The Race HQ and Finish Line will be near Aviemore in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains. The start location and the course? You'll have to wait until August 2024 to find out!

08 Aug - 16 Aug 2025
Distance
600km | 300km
Course Open
5 days
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
50 Teams

12
Aug

Europe Series ITERA - LITE

The little (but still tough!) brother of the full ITERA race.

The teams (Pairs only, but 2 x Pairs teams could travel together as an informal Quad) will be racing over 200-300km through Scotland over 48-60 hours in August 2025. The Race HQ and Finish Line will be near Aviemore in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains. The start location and the course? You'll have to wait until August 2025 to find out!

12 Aug - 15 Aug 2025
Distance
300km
Course Open
60 hours
Teams
Team of 2
Limit
30 Teams

15
Aug

Join the Odyssey Adventure Race in India, part of the Adventure Racing World Series - Asia Regional. Choose from a 30KM, 60KM or 120KM course, with a local flavor and challenging terrain. Premier mixed teams of 4 (3+1 or 2+2) can win a free entry to the AR India Championship 2025.

15 Aug - 17 Aug 2025
Distance
60KM | 120KM
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
30 Teams

22
Aug

Africa Series Expedition Africa

In 2025 EXP Africa will host the traditional Fullmoon and Doublemoon Events. A 120km and 250km course set in the beautifull Magoebaskloof. The host venue will be the Magoebaskloof Mountain Lodge. With enough accommodation for all this will be the perfect family adventure weekend.

22 Aug - 24 Aug 2025
Distance
120KM | 250KM
Course Open
48 Hours
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
No limit

29
Aug

Regional Championship

Endurance Quest Saimaa: Challenge Yourself in Finland's Lakeland
Endurance Quest Saimaa is an adventure race held in the Lake Saimaa area. Finland's largest lake, Saimaa, offers a variety of terrains perfect for kayaking, swimming running, and coasteering.

29 Aug - 31 Aug 2025
Distance
200Km
Course Open
36 hours
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
Limited

30
Aug

Oceania Series X-MARATHON

"This August, set against the rugged beauty of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, the X-Marathon 2025 invites teams to push their limits, forge deep connections, and journey through some of Australia’s most scenic landscapes.

Inspired by Legends
Race directors Serge and Maria, veterans of the global adventure racing scene, have drawn from their experiences in events like Eco-Challenge, Patagonia Expedition Race, ARWS events and Coast to Coast to shape X-Marathon. Each year, they bring elements from these iconic races into the X-Marathon, delivering an event that challenges, inspires, and unites participants. The result is a thrilling adventure race that is as mentally demanding as it is physically, offering a complete experience for adventurers of all levels.

A Decade of Adventure
Now a cornerstone in the adventure racing calendar, the X-Marathon has evolved from humble beginnings into a premier event, attracting elite teams from Australia and New Zealand. Whether for the thrill of competition or the chance to connect deeply with nature, the X-Marathon has been a stage where racers can test their boundaries, savor the journey, and create unforgettable memories.

Embracing Exploration
The X-Marathon is about far more than competition—it’s an invitation to explore and embrace the unknown. Racers traverse wild, remote landscapes around Lake Macquarie, navigating rugged terrain, dense forests, and untamed waterways. These natural challenges make each moment one of discovery, pushing racers to rely on their skills, teamwork, and endurance to conquer the course and unlock hidden gems along the way.

Courses for Every Adventurer
The X-Marathon offers three courses, each tailored to different skill levels. For beginners, the Mini 4-hour course is a perfect introduction to the adventure racing world. The Half 12-hour course is a more challenging test of endurance, while the Full 24-hour course demands everything from racers, promising an all-encompassing adventure. The ultimate prize for the Full course champions? A coveted entry to the 2025 ARWS World Championship in Canada, where winners will represent X-Marathon on a global stage.

Are You Ready to Join?
As the X-Marathon enters its second decade, it stands as a testament to adventure, innovation, and resilience. Rally your team, prepare for an unforgettable journey, and join us at Lake Macquarie for an experience that will leave you feeling alive, inspired, and ready to conquer the wild. The adventure awaits—are you ready?"

30 Aug - 31 Aug 2025
Distance
120km | 160km | 25km
Course Open
24hrs
Teams
Teams of 2 and 4
Limit
100 Teams

13
Sep

North America Series Swamp Donkey Adventure Race

"""Unleash your spirit for adventure with a non-stop, 6-9 hr adventure race through the rugged Manitoban wilderness! Teams of three use a map and compass to navigate an unmarked course through the back country of eastern Manitoba.

RUN, PADDLE and BIKE to attempt to be the fastest team to reach all checkpoints before the 9 hour cut off and make it to the finish line where a spectacular awards ceremony, the legendary post race party and a meal fit for a Swamp Donkey awaits!"""

13 Sep - 13 Sep 2025
Distance
70km
Course Open
9 hours
Teams
Team of 3
Limit
100 Teams

22
Sep

North America Series EXPEDITION CANADA - ARWC 2025

World Championship

Hosted in and around the Okanagan Valley in BC, Western Canada, set in uniquely beautiful and geologically formidable terrain.Hosted in the City of Penticton in Western Canada, Expedition Canada explores the uniquely beautiful and geologically formidable terrain of British Columbia.

22 Sep - 06 Oct 2025
Distance
600km
Course Open
9 days
Teams
Mixed Teams of 4
Limit
120 teams

16
Oct

Regional Championship

Asia series championship- Location Langkawi’s Island

More details coming soon.

16 Oct - 20 Oct 2025
Distance
350KM
Course Open
48 hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
100

01
Nov

Oceania Series Total Recon 24

Regional Championship

Total Recon is the newest race, organised by Murraylands Multisports (MMI) with Morgan Coull as the Race Director. Morgan has raced XPD four times, competed in most of the other Oceania Series races and was a finisher at Eco-Challenge Fiji with Team Aussie Rescue. As Chairman of MMI he’s organised numerous sporting events and is on a mission to re-introduce Adventure Racing to South Australia.

01 Nov - 02 Nov 2025
Distance
130km
Course Open
24hours
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
60 Teams

24
Nov

The LA ROUTA Adventure Race is an iconic event in Eastern Visayas, Philippines, recognized for its significant contribution to the development and growth of the local adventure racing scene. The race was held annually from 2000 to 2010, followed by a revival in 2019, and then hosted the first ARWS Asian Championship leg in 2023. These milestones have established LA ROUTA as the longest-running adventure race in the Philippines. The race attracts teams from across Eastern Visayas and neighboring regions, showcasing the spirit and endurance of its participants.

24 Nov - 28 Nov 2025
Distance
["350Km"]
Course Open
5 Days
Teams
Team of 4
Limit
TBC

12
Dec

Namma Adventure Race is Karnataka’s Only ARWS Asia Qualifier Race. The course is set to experience local culture, adventure, and adrenaline that Karnataka has in store.

12 Dec - 14 Dec 2026
Distance
["60KM" | "120KM"]
Course Open
24hrs
Teams
Team of 2 & 4
Limit
30 Teams

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