Gladiator Challenge 2027 — Tallahassee, FL

Date
April 24, 2027
Location
Tallahassee, FL
Venue
4300 North Meridian Rd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
Junior Obstacle Course Race (Ages 3-6), Youth Obstacle Course Race (Grades K-12), 5K Obstacle Course Race (Ages 16+)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Gladiator Challenge takes place on April 24, 2027, in Tallahassee, Florida, at 4300 North Meridian Rd. This adventure race offers three distance options: a 1.6-mile course, a 5K, and a 5-mile event. The race starts at 8:00 AM, giving you an early morning window to complete your distance. Entry fees range from $25 to $35 depending on which distance you select. Whether you're looking for a shorter challenge or a longer push, Gladiator Challenge provides accessible options for runners and endurance athletes of various fitness levels. Book your hotel near the venue to minimize travel time on race morning.

From the Race Organizer
Christ Classical Academy's Annual Gladiator Challenge is a family adventure race held in Tallahassee, Florida. Racers run and navigate over, under, through, and across different types of obstacles in this fun and challenging course. There is also an amazing lineup of food trucks, carnival games, bounce houses, a dunk tank, face painting, and more! Phipps Farm - 4300 North Meridian Rd 5k Obstacle Course Race (3.2 miles and 30+ obstacles - ages 16 and up permitted) Youth Obstacle Course Race (1.6 miles and 15+ obstacles for grades K-12) Junior Obstacle Course Race (less than 1/2 mile and 5+ obstacles for ages 3-6) If you/your child can fit into more than one category/race, please choose the one best suited for your/your child's abilities. The first 400 registrants who sign up by 11:59 p.m. on March 31st will receive a free t-shirt. Early race bag pick-up for non-Christ Classical Academy families will be available the Friday before the race from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Christ Classical Academy - 2205 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308. IMPORTANT CHANGES THIS YEAR: NO Race Day Registration NO Race Only Option Junior Obstacle Course Race (ages 3-6) will start at 8:00 a.m. Final Race Schedule Junior Gladiator Race 8:00 5/6 year-old BOYS 8:05 5/6 year-old GIRLS 8:10 3/4-year-old BOYS 8:15 3/4-year-old GIRLS 5K Obstacle Course Race (ages 16 and up permitted) 8:30 MEN 8:40 WOMEN Youth Obstacle Course Race (K-12th grade) 9:00 9th-12th grade BOYS & GIRLS (boys & girls will be timed separately) 9:10 8th grade BOYS 9:20 8th grade GIRLS 9:30 7th grade BOYS 9:40 7th grade GIRLS 9:50 6th grade BOYS 10:00 6th grade GIRLS 10:10 5th grade BOYS 10:20 5th grade GIRLS 10:30 4th grade BOYS 10:40 4th grade GIRLS 10:50 3rd grade BOYS 11:00 3rd grade GIRLS 11:10 2nd grade BOYS 11:20 2nd grade GIRLS 11:30 1st grade BOYS 11:40 1st grade GIRLS 11:50 Kindergarten BOYS 12:00 Kindergarten GIRLS Awards Ceremony Immediately Following

Course & Travel Notes

The Gladiator Challenge takes place at just 217 feet of elevation, so you won't need to adjust your pacing for significant altitude. With sunrise at 7:00 AM and an 8:00 AM start time, you'll have minimal daylight adjustment to manage. Expect warm conditions typical of late April in Tallahassee, with highs around 80°F and lows near 54°F, plus about a one-in-five chance of rain on race day. Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) is conveniently located only 6.5 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 217 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 54°F · 22% chance of rain✈️ Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) — 6.5 mi

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gladiator Challenge 2027 — Tallahassee, FL?

Gladiator Challenge 2027 — Tallahassee, FL takes place on April 24, 2027. The race is held in Tallahassee, Florida.

Where is Gladiator Challenge 2027 — Tallahassee, FL held?

Gladiator Challenge 2027 — Tallahassee, FL is held at 4300 North Meridian Rd in Tallahassee, Florida.

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