The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY

Date
July 18, 2026
Location
Owensboro, KY
Venue
1215 Hickman Ave
Start Time
12:00 AM
Entry Fee
$85.00 – $200.00
Events
Single Competition 7am WAVE, Single Competition 7:10am WAVE, Single Competition 7:20am WAVE, Single Competition 7:30am WAVE, Single Competition 7:40am WAVE, Single Competition 7:50am WAVE
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The Forge Challenge 10 obstacles will test you, challenge you, and forge you into a champion! Get ready to run, row, ski, lunge, flip, 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 Top 2 Doubles The Ten Obstacles (each with a 500 meter run after) Start with a 500 meter run 500 meters on ski erg sled push 100 feet sled pull 100 feet burpee broad jump 100 feet row machine 500 meters farmers carry 300 feet tire flip 50 feet, 15 sledge hammer hits, tire flip 50 feet walking lunges 200 feet wall ball toss 50 reps echo bike 45 calories Run back out and do an over head carry weight of 100 Meters to the finish The Costs Entry fee costs - singles 7:00am - 10:30am ( 5 per wave, waves every 10 minutes) Early Bird - $85 ( April 1 - April 30) Regular - $95 ( May 1 - July 11th) Late - $105 (July 12th - July 17) Entry fee costs - double (partn

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY?

The Forge Challenge 2026 — Owensboro, KY takes place on July 18, 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 1215 Hickman Ave in Owensboro, Kentucky.

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