San Diego Spartan Event Weekend 2026

Spartan Race in Pala, USA. 13 events over 2 days, Apr 18–19, 2026.

Race information

The San Diego Spartan Event Weekend 2026 in Pala, USA takes place against the picturesque backdrop of the Pala Valley. Participants will navigate a challenging course that tests their strength and determination, with obstacles ranging from mud pits to rope climbs set against the rugged mountain terrain. In addition to the adult competitive races, the event features several kids' races of varying distances, making it a family-friendly experience.

Race schedule

Start times as published by the organizer. Waves fill up; check the official site before you book.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

  • 07:0010.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Elite

  • 07:1510.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Age Group

  • 08:00–09:3010.0 km · 25 obstacles

    Super

    Open

  • 09:003.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 3K

  • 12:005.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Open

  • Time TBA1.5 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1.5K

  • Time TBA1.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1K

Sunday, April 19, 2026

  • 07:005.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Elite

  • 07:155.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Age Group

  • 08:00–09:305.0 km · 20 obstacles

    Sprint

    Open

  • 09:00–12:003.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 3K

  • Time TBA1.5 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1.5K

  • Time TBA1.0 km · 10 obstacles

    Kids Race 1K

Fly in

Airports within 200 km of the venue. Each one lists the other races you can reach from it.

What the weather did

Actual conditions on these dates over the past 5 years.

Daytime high
16–27°C
Night low
11–13°C
Typical wind
15 km/h
Rain
Usually dry
0/5 years heavy rain
YearHighLowWindRain
202627°C13°C18 km/h
202516°C11°C15 km/h
202422°C11°C16 km/h
202318°C11°C14 km/h
202226°C12°C11 km/h

How to train for Spartan San Diego California

Spartan San Diego California is a mountain, trail, grass and mud course with Sprint and Super waves. Every training plan is built around your race date, your fitness and the days you can train.

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