How many obstacle races (OCR) are there in Canada in 2026?

RaceFinder currently lists obstacle races (OCR) in 4 provinces and territories: 16 with a confirmed date, plus 11 that ran last season and haven't announced their next one. The calendar refreshes every night as organizers announce new dates.

What is the next race in Canada?

Défi des familles Desjardins in Victoriaville, Quebec on October 3, 2026 is the next confirmed date on the calendar.

Which provinces have the most obstacle races (OCR)?

Ontario (10), Alberta (3), Quebec (2) lead the country right now.

How do I register for a race?

Registration always happens on the organizer's official page — every listing on RaceFinder links straight to it, along with the date, distances and location.

Obstacle races (OCR) in Canada

Obstacle races (OCR) across Canada: 16 with a confirmed date (11 more are waiting on a date). Ontario, Alberta and Quebec have the most. Next up: Défi des familles Desjardins on October 3, 2026.

Ontario British Columbia Alberta Quebec Saskatchewan

When

Confirmed dates only

27 races listed

Saturday, October 3, 2026
Défi des familles DesjardinsReg closes soon
Victoriaville, QC · Obstacle (OCR)
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Spartan Race Blue Mountain Trifecta Weekend
The Blue Mountains, ON · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km / 10km / 21km
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Race into the Harvest: 5K Obstacle Course by Mastronardi Winery
Kingsville, ON · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km · from 50
Saturday, May 15, 2027
Spartan Toronto Event Weekend
Orono, ON · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km / 10km
Date to be announced
Conquer the CouleeDate TBA
Medicine Hat, AB · Obstacle (OCR)
Saturday, May 29, 2027
The 5K Foam Fest - Vancouver Island, BC
Lake Cowichan, BC · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km · from 58
Date to be announced
The 5K Foam Fest - Vancouver, BCDate TBA
Surrey, BC · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km
Saturday, June 12, 2027
Spartan Tremblant Trifecta Weekend
Mont-Tremblant, QC · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km / 10km / 21km / 50km
Date to be announced
Mega Bounce Run EdmontonDate TBA
Edmonton, AB · Obstacle (OCR)
Date to be announced
The 5K Foam Fest - Okanagan, BCDate TBA
Vernon, BC · Obstacle (OCR) · 5km

New races, once a month

Newly listed races, and the registrations closing in the next three weeks. One email a month, one click to leave.

Obstacle races (OCR) in Canada — FAQ

How many obstacle races (OCR) are there in Canada in 2026?: RaceFinder currently lists obstacle races (OCR) in 4 provinces and territories: 16 with a confirmed date, plus 11 that ran last season and haven't announced their next one. The calendar refreshes every night as organizers announce new dates.
What is the next race in Canada?: Défi des familles Desjardins in Victoriaville, Quebec on October 3, 2026 is the next confirmed date on the calendar.
Which provinces have the most obstacle races (OCR)?: Ontario (10), Alberta (3), Quebec (2) lead the country right now.
How do I register for a race?: Registration always happens on the organizer's official page — every listing on RaceFinder links straight to it, along with the date, distances and location.