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Welcome to City Challenge Race produced by Winning Events Group

Winning Events Group was created in May of 2013 to raise funds for charity. Since our launch our group is responsible for producing over 500 events while raising over $800,000 for local and national charities. We are meticulous in ensuring our events are organized, fun, and challenging. Complete one of our events and you will be instantly hooked by the energy the start line, excitement on course, and sense of accomplishment you feel as you cross the finish line! 


Elvi Guzman 

CEO and Founder

Frequently asked questions

Open Participant

Applies to any wave that is not elite

What is included?

Memorable/Epic obstacle racing experience, all participants are officially timed, free professional photos, finisher's medal, food & drinks at the wellness festival, giveaways from vendors and sponsors, and more!

Obstacles and Course Maps

Our courses are approximately 3 miles with 20-25 obstacles.


Maps will be posted on race's registration page at least 3 weeks prior to race day. It will also be e-mailed out to all registered participants. Note that course maps are subject to minor changes without prior notice.

What if I can't complete an obstacle?

At City Challenge Race our open athletes will be challenged while having fun. You can however help your teammates over the walls and assist each other over any obstacle. For safety purposes during the monkey bars you cannot sit on another athlete's shoulders.


In the event that you are not able to complete an obstacle it is required that you do 30 burpees before moving on to the next obstacle.

What are Extra Laps?

If one lap is not enough you can purchase additional laps for $20. Run the race as much as you like for 1/5 of the price. For every lap you complete you will earn 1 medal.

What is the difference between open & elite racers?

Open is our fun & challenging race where you can help each other and if you can't complete an obstacle 30 burpees are required before you move on. Open athletes do not qualify for top finisher awards.


Elite racers are our advanced & experienced obstacle racers. Mandatory obstacle completion is required, you cannot help each other at any obstacle, & the carry portions of the course are about double the weight of open runners. Athletes registered and competing in the elite waves qualify for awards.


Race day, venue, and festival area

Festival area & wellness village.

City Challenge Race is party! A celebration of your accomplishments in health and fitness. Our festival area includes music, food & drinks to help you recover post run and more! 

Sponsors & vendors

At every race you will find dozens of vendors & sponsors giving away gifts, prizes, water, energy drinks, protein bars, and other items to our athletes.

Finish Zone

Cross the finish line, receive your finisher's medal, our  photographer will take your photo, and recover in our wellness village.

Bag Check

Bag check is available at all of our races. The fee per person is $5. Our team will safely hold your bag while you crush the course. 


Pro Athletes

Applies to anyone registered for an elite wave

Pro Rules PDF

If you are registered for the elite wave. We expect you to abide by the following rules. Elite athletes will be DISQUALIFIED should you commit any infraction. It is the athlete's responsibility to learn and understand these rules:  PDF_LINK

Obstacles & Course

Maps will be posted on race's registration page at least 3 weeks prior to race day. It will also be e-mailed out to all registered participants. Note that course maps are subject to minor changes without prior notice.

Mandatory Obstacle Completion

Pro athletes will receive a band at the start line. Once you receive your band you must write your bib number on it.  The band will be removed by one of our staff if you cannot complete an obstacle. There are no alternatives to obstacles such as burpees, push-ups, penalty loops or other physical penalties. If you fail any obstacle you can retry (using the retry lanes ONLY) until you complete it or forfeit your elite band. 

Awards and Prize Money

As we continue to grow our events we want to pay homage and celebrate the best athletes on the course.


Top 3 male & female finishers under & over 40 competing in the pro wave ONLY will qualify for awards.


For the first time ever, we are announcing $1000 in prize money for our pro athletes. First place: $300 Second place: $125 Third place: $75. 


Prize money will go to the three overall finisher's in each gender. 

What if I can't complete an obstacle?

For pro athletes there are no alternatives to obstacles such as burpees, push-ups, penalty loops or other physical penalties. If you fail any obstacle you can retry (using the retry lanes ONLY) until you complete it or forfeit your elite band. 

What is included?

Memorable/Epic obstacle racing experience, free professional photos, finisher's medal, food & drinks at the wellness festival, giveaways from vendors and sponsors, and more!

What is the difference between open & pro athletes?

Elite racers are our advanced & experienced obstacle racers. Mandatory obstacle completion is required, you cannot help each other at any obstacle, & the carry portions of the course are about double the weight of open runners. Athletes registered and competing in the elite waves qualify for awards.


Open is our fun & challenging race where you can help each other and if you can't complete an obstacle 30 burpees are required before you move on. Open athletes do not qualify for top finisher awards.


Tri-City Medal

What is it?

Our most unique medal and accolade. A beautiful black key shaped medal with silk ribbon.

How do I earn it?

The recipients of this accolade are our most daring and fearless City Challengers. You must complete a minimum of three City Challenge Races in one calendar year to earn it. 


*Extra laps do not apply. Must be a minimum of three cities.


Teams

How do I create a team?

Teams are created DURING  the registration process. On the first page of our registration platform you will see, "Would you like to join or create a Group/Team?" Click yes to join an already excising team or to create a new one. 

How do I invite a friend to my team?

Once you create a team a  unique "team link"  will be created.  You can copy/paste and share with your friends. Once they register using your "unique link" they will automatically be assigned the same start time. 

Do all team members have to sign up at the same time?

While you will start together you do not have to finish together.  Some teams like to help each other on course and finish as one while others compete against each other and finish individually. The choice is yours.

Who can join my team?

Anyone that you invite to join your team or share your teams'  information with. 

Is there a limit of how many people can be on my team?

There is no limit to how many people can be on your team. Invite all your friends & family to be part of your epic team!

How can I update my team name?

By logging into your RUNSIGNUP account you will be able to make updates to your team, original registration, and more. 


Volunteers

Do you need volunteers?

Our events could not be possible without the help of our volunteers. We are always looking for help on race day. 

Why should I volunteer?

Help make our events a great success by joining us behind the scenes: setting up, checking in runners, assisting on course, and more. All volunteers will get, coffee, and donuts in the morning, sandwiches for lunch with a drink, and one FREE entry to any Winning Events Group event. 

Who can volunteer and where do I sign up?

Volunteers can register at the events registration page. Anyone can volunteer. We have roles to accommodate all individuals. 


Youth City Challenge Race

Our unique obstacle race for kids.

Course and Obstacles

Courses are listed on the registration page. Traditionally youth races consist of 10-12 obstacles while distances vary. 

Medals

All Youth City Challenge Race participants will earn a medal when they complete our course.

Age requirement

5-13 years old


Race results and photos

Results

LIVE results will be emailed to all participants a week before the event.

Professional photos

Every athlete will get up to 10 photos on race day. These will be emailed within 72 hours post event.


Special discounts and pricing

First responder discount

All first responders get $10 off registration with promo code SHIELD. 


*Must show proof on race day.

*Cannot be applied retroactively.

*Family and friends do not qualify

Veteran and active military discount

Military personnel get $10 off registration with promo code HERO. 


*Must show proof on race day.

*Cannot be applied retroactively.

*Family and friends do not qualify

Corporate team rates

Please email info@citychallengerace.com for more info.

Gyms with over 30 athletes

Please email info@citychallengerace.com for more info.


Getting to our events

Parking

Detailed parking information will be sent out via email a week before each individual event.  

Public Transit

Public transit information will be sent out via email a week before each individual event.  


Merchandise and Apparel

Online

Currently participants can purchase merchandise during the registration process to be picked up on race day. 

On site

At each event please stop by our merchandise tent where you can purchase official race day items including: hats, shirts, gym bags, hoodies, and more! 


Transfers, Deferrals, and Refunds

Transfers

To initiative a transfer please log into your RUNSIGNUP account. 

Deferrals

To defer your registration please log into your RUNSIGNUP account. 

Refunds

Refunds are not possible. 

Any additional questions please email us at info@citychallengerace.com

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