The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY

Date
November 7, 2026
Location
Owensboro, KY
Venue
501 W 2nd Street
Start Time
7:00 AM
Sunrise
6:19 AM
Entry Fee
$85.00 – $190.00
Events
Mens Pro Singles 7:00-7:15, Womens Pro Singles 7:30-7:45, Mens Open 8:00-8:30, Womens Open 9:00-9:30, Doubles (all divisions) 10:00-10:30, Full Distance Event 11:00-11:30 (singles only M/F)
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The Forge Challenge takes place at 1215 Hickman Ave in Owensboro, Kentucky on July 18, 2026. This obstacle course event covers 5600 meters and starts at 12:00 AM. Entry fees range from $85 to $200 depending on your registration tier. If you're traveling to compete, you'll want accommodation within easy reach of the venue so you can focus on pre-race preparation and recovery. Book lodging that offers convenient parking and proximity to the start line for a hassle-free race morning, or in this case, race night given the midnight start time.

From the Race Organizer
The Forge Challenge 11 obstacles will test you, challenge you, and forge you into a champion! Get ready to run, row, ski, lunge, jump, and carry your way through the course. It doesn’t matter if you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to challenge yourself. We’re building this event for you! Awards Overall male and female singles (each division) Overall team (double and coed) The Eleven Obstacles (each with a run after) Start with a Run along the beautiful banks of the Ohio River and downtown Owensboro Ski Erg Sled Push Sled Pull Burpee Broad Jump Row Machine Farmers Carry Jump Rope Overhead Carry Walking Lunges Wall Ball Toss Echo Bike Distances and weights can be found at edgebodyowensboro.com/forge - the open division will be very similar to the original Forge Challenge, Pro division heavier weights, team division will be similar to the original, and the full distance is comparable to your traditional hybrid fitness events The Costs Entry fee costs - SINGLES Early Bird - $85 (August 10th - September 20th) Regular - $95 ( September 21st- October 31st) Late - $105 (November 1st - November 7th) Entry fee costs - DOUBLE Early Bird - $150 (August 10th - September 20th) Regular - $170 ( September 21st- October 31st) Late - $190 (November 1st - November 7th) Entry fee costs - SINGLES FULL DISTANCE Early Bird - $90(August 10th - September 20th) Regular - $100 ( September 21st- October 31st) Late - $110 (November 1st - November 7th)

Course & Travel Notes

The Forge Challenge takes place in Owensboro, Kentucky on November 7, 2026, with an early 7:00 AM start time just 40 minutes after sunrise at 6:20 AM. The venue sits at 394 feet elevation, and you can fly into nearby Owensboro Daviess County Airport (OWB), which is only 3.7 miles away. Plan for typical November weather with highs around 57°F and lows near 36°F, and pack rain gear since there's about a 31% chance of measurable precipitation that time of year.

⛰️ 394 ft elevation☀️ Typically 57°F / 36°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Owensboro Daviess County Airport (OWB) — 3.7 mi

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY?

The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY takes place on November 7, 2026. The race is held in Owensboro, Kentucky.

Where is The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY held?

The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY is held at 501 W 2nd Street in Owensboro, Kentucky.

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