Rugged Maniac Chicago/Milwaukee - 5K Obstacle Race - Grayslake, Illinois - Obstacle & Mud Runs

The Rugged Maniac Chicago/Milwaukee - 5K Obstacle Race is a Obstacle & Mud Runs race in Grayslake, Illinois consisting of a 5K Obstacle Race & Mud Run (Short).

50% FESTIVAL + 50% MUD RUN = 100% AWESOME!
The greatest obstacle race ever concocted is coming to Chicago a" for our MUDDIEST YEAR YET! With the most obstacles per mile of any race on the planet, you and your friends will experience the ultimate adult playground as you jump into the World's Largest Mud pit and traverse 25+ epic obstacles. Then, celebrate your glorious finish at the best post-race party around with thousands of other Maniacs!

Everyone has a little maniac in them a" it's time to release it!

THE FESTIVAL

The 5,000-person party starts at 8:30 a.m. with a DJ on the main stage, booths giving away free stuff, all kinds of interactive games (dance-offs, stein-hoisting, pie-eating...), and tasty food and beer to keep you fueled all day. The best part? The festival and games are completely FREE, no ticket required, so even your least adventurous friends can join the party!

THE PLAYGROUND

But the real fun happens out on the playground - our 3-mile course packed with 20+ epic obstacles designed to both challenge and thrill Maniacs of all fitness levels, from couch potatoes to marathoners. The course opens at 9 a.m. but you'll select a specific time to run when you buy your tickets. If you're a late sleeper, that means you can wake up at noon, run at 1:45 p.m., and then party the rest of the day! Or if you're the competitive type, join the 9 a.m. "Elite Heat" to race other speedsters for a chance to be crowned the winner!

Each time slot is limited to just 200 Maniacs each, so grab your friends and reserve your spot before it sells out!