MIDWEST OCR
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Marseilles, Illinois
- Price $25.00 - $2,500.00
- Races 23 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the MIDWEST OCR happening on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the scenic Marseilles, La Salle! This exciting obstacle course race, designed by Race Ready Obstacles, promises to be a fantastic experience for participants of all skill levels. Whether you’re a newcomer looking for a fun challenge or a seasoned pro eager to test your limits, the course features a thrilling mix of over 30 obstacles set against a stunning backdrop of hills, cliffs, and wooded trails.
Choose from a variety of race distances including the competitive 10K Elite with a 6.2-mile distance, the engaging Bearded Challenge with multiple laps, or the non-competitive 5K and 10K options that encourage teamwork and fun. Kids aged 10-13 can join in the excitement alongside a parent, while those 11 and under can tackle a dedicated kids' course. All racers will receive a stylish finisher's shirt and an epic medal, along with the chance to earn podium awards and cash prizes for top finishers. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and unforgettable memories at MIDWEST OCR!
Choose from a variety of race distances including the competitive 10K Elite with a 6.2-mile distance, the engaging Bearded Challenge with multiple laps, or the non-competitive 5K and 10K options that encourage teamwork and fun. Kids aged 10-13 can join in the excitement alongside a parent, while those 11 and under can tackle a dedicated kids' course. All racers will receive a stylish finisher's shirt and an epic medal, along with the chance to earn podium awards and cash prizes for top finishers. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and unforgettable memories at MIDWEST OCR!
Organiser's Description
MIDWEST OCR, IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY RACE READY OBSTACLES, THE MAKERS AND DESIGNERS OF OBSTACLES, WHO ARE KNOWN FOR BUILDING QUALITY OBSTACLE COURSES AROUND THE COUNTRY AND HAVE BUILT FOR EVENTS SUCH AS OCRWC, ABOMINABLE SNOW RACE, FRONTLINE OCR, BONEFROG AND MANY MORE! MIDWEST OCR IS ALSO VETERAN-OWNED AND OPERATED.
WHETHER THIS WILL BE YOUR FIRST OBSTACLE COURSE RACE AND YOU'RE RACING JUST FOR FUN, OR YOU ARE A SEASONED OCR VETERAN WANTING TO PUSH YOUR LIMITS, THIS COURSE WILL FEATURE OBSTACLES THAT YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE WITH A GOOD MIX OF DIFFICULTIES RANGING FROM SUPER EASY TO EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. THIS VENUE FEATURES A VARIETY OF TERRAIN RANGING FROM HILLS, CLIFFS, RAVINES, CREEKS AND BEAUTIFUL WOODED TRAILS.
ALL RACERS WILL RECEIVE A MIDWEST OCR FINISHER'S SHIRT, AN EPIC MEDAL, PROFESSIONAL ACTION SHOT PHOTOS, AND BRAGGING RIGHTS, OF COURSE.
WE DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL FEES, SUCH AS PROCESSING AND INSURANCE FEES, AT CHECKOUT.
THE EARLIER YOU SIGN UP, THE MORE MONEY YOU SAVE.
RACE CATEGORIES:
10K ELITE / ELITE MASTERS/ COMPETITIVE AGE GROUP - 10K (6.2 MILES) 30+ OBSTACLES - OVERALL TOP 3 M/F RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS AND A CASH PRIZE. TOP 3 M/F IN RESPECTIVE AGE GROUPS RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS.
THIS IS A MANDATORY OBSTACLE COMPLETION RACE. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A PODIUM, RACERS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ALL OBSTACLES AND FINISH THE RACE WITHIN 3 HOURS. RACERS GET UNLIMITED ATTEMPTS AT OBSTACLES. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AN OBSTACLE ONLY TAKES YOU OUT OF PODIUM CONTENTION. YOU STILL GO ON TO FINISH THE RACE AND EARN YOUR MEDAL AND FINISHER'S SHIRT.
THE BEARDED CHALLENGE - (MULTI-LAP OF 10K LOOP) - OVERALL TOP 3 M/F RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A PODIUM, RACERS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ALL OBSTACLES THROUGH A MINIMUM OF TWO LAPS. ALL BEARDED CHALLENGE RACERS WILL RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL MEDAL PIECE, THAT WILL ATTACH TO YOUR FINISHER'S MEDAL, FOR EACH EXTRA LAP COMPLETED. THERE WILL BE A 6 HOUR LIMIT: 9AM - 3PM. RACERS MUST START THEIR LAST LAP BY 1:00PM AND BACK IN THE FESTIVAL AREA BY 3:00PM.
5K / 10K NON-COMPETITIVE - 5K (3.1 MILES) 20+ OBSTACLES OR 10K (6.2 MILES) 30+ OBSTACLES - GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND GO OUT THERE AND HAVE SOME FUN. YOU CAN RUN, WALK OR CRAWL, JUST GET TO THE FINISH LINE! ALL OBSTACLES ARE OPTIONAL. WE JUST WANT YOU TO DO YOUR BEST AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, HAVE FUN!!! TEAMWORK IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! IF YOU'RE RACING ALONE, DON'T WORRY, YOU'LL MAKE FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY. CHILDREN AGES 10-13 MAY RUN/WALK ALONGSIDE A PARENT/GUARDIAN, AND KIDS 14 AND UP MAY RUN THE COURSE ON THEIR OWN.
KID'S COURSE - THE KID'S COURSE WILL FEATURE 10+ OBSTACLES AROUND A 1/4 - 1/2 MILE LOOP. THIS IS PERFECT FOR THOSE YOUNGER KIDDOS, AGES 11 AND UNDER, TO JOIN IN ON THE FUN! PARENTS MAY HELP THEIR KIDDOS ALONG THE COURSE. THE KID'S COURSE IS NOT TIMED, AND CHILDREN MAY RUN THE COURSE MULTIPLE TIMES IF THEY WOULD LIKE. KID'S RECEIVE A SWEET FINISHER'S MEDAL AND SHIRT.
AWARDS:
10K ELITE: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F WIN CASH + ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
10K ELITE MASTERS: TOP 3 M/F (40+ YRS OLD) RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
10K COMPETITIVE AGE GROUP: TOP 3 M/F IN EACH AGE GROUP RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
AGE GROUPS : UNDER 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
THE BEARDED CHALLENGE: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F FINISHERS RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS. TOP MALE AND FEMALE WILL ALSO BE AWARDED A CASH PRIZE.
VOLUNTEER!
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE AWESOME PERKS, INCLUDING WAYS TO EARN A FREE RACE ENTRY! VOLUNTEERS PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN ENSURING A GREAT RACER EXPERIENCE BY HELPING MANAGE OBSTACLE STATIONS, THE FINISH LINE AND OTHER AREAS TO ASSIST PARTICIPANTS. COMPLETE A FULL SHIFT ON RACE DAY AND THEN AFTERWARDS HAVE FUN RUNNING THE COURSE WITH OTHER VOLUNTEERS. VOLUNTEERS ARE ALSO NEEDED DURING RACE WEEK AND AFTER THE RACE TO HELP WITH SET UP AND/OR CLEAN UP. COMPLETING ONE 6-HR SHIFT ON RACE DAY WILL EARN YOU A FREE RACE ENTRY OR BY COMPLETING TWO 5-HR SHIFTS DURING BUILD WEEK OR POST-RACE DURING TEAR DOWN. SHIFTS CAN BE SPLIT UP BETWEEN TWO DAYS OR COMPLETED ALL IN ONE DAY. CLICK THE VOLUNTEER TAB FOR MORE INFO AND IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO US.
WHETHER THIS WILL BE YOUR FIRST OBSTACLE COURSE RACE AND YOU'RE RACING JUST FOR FUN, OR YOU ARE A SEASONED OCR VETERAN WANTING TO PUSH YOUR LIMITS, THIS COURSE WILL FEATURE OBSTACLES THAT YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE WITH A GOOD MIX OF DIFFICULTIES RANGING FROM SUPER EASY TO EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. THIS VENUE FEATURES A VARIETY OF TERRAIN RANGING FROM HILLS, CLIFFS, RAVINES, CREEKS AND BEAUTIFUL WOODED TRAILS.
ALL RACERS WILL RECEIVE A MIDWEST OCR FINISHER'S SHIRT, AN EPIC MEDAL, PROFESSIONAL ACTION SHOT PHOTOS, AND BRAGGING RIGHTS, OF COURSE.
WE DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL FEES, SUCH AS PROCESSING AND INSURANCE FEES, AT CHECKOUT.
THE EARLIER YOU SIGN UP, THE MORE MONEY YOU SAVE.
RACE CATEGORIES:
10K ELITE / ELITE MASTERS/ COMPETITIVE AGE GROUP - 10K (6.2 MILES) 30+ OBSTACLES - OVERALL TOP 3 M/F RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS AND A CASH PRIZE. TOP 3 M/F IN RESPECTIVE AGE GROUPS RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS.
THIS IS A MANDATORY OBSTACLE COMPLETION RACE. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A PODIUM, RACERS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ALL OBSTACLES AND FINISH THE RACE WITHIN 3 HOURS. RACERS GET UNLIMITED ATTEMPTS AT OBSTACLES. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AN OBSTACLE ONLY TAKES YOU OUT OF PODIUM CONTENTION. YOU STILL GO ON TO FINISH THE RACE AND EARN YOUR MEDAL AND FINISHER'S SHIRT.
THE BEARDED CHALLENGE - (MULTI-LAP OF 10K LOOP) - OVERALL TOP 3 M/F RECEIVE PODIUM AWARDS. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A PODIUM, RACERS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ALL OBSTACLES THROUGH A MINIMUM OF TWO LAPS. ALL BEARDED CHALLENGE RACERS WILL RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL MEDAL PIECE, THAT WILL ATTACH TO YOUR FINISHER'S MEDAL, FOR EACH EXTRA LAP COMPLETED. THERE WILL BE A 6 HOUR LIMIT: 9AM - 3PM. RACERS MUST START THEIR LAST LAP BY 1:00PM AND BACK IN THE FESTIVAL AREA BY 3:00PM.
5K / 10K NON-COMPETITIVE - 5K (3.1 MILES) 20+ OBSTACLES OR 10K (6.2 MILES) 30+ OBSTACLES - GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND GO OUT THERE AND HAVE SOME FUN. YOU CAN RUN, WALK OR CRAWL, JUST GET TO THE FINISH LINE! ALL OBSTACLES ARE OPTIONAL. WE JUST WANT YOU TO DO YOUR BEST AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, HAVE FUN!!! TEAMWORK IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! IF YOU'RE RACING ALONE, DON'T WORRY, YOU'LL MAKE FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY. CHILDREN AGES 10-13 MAY RUN/WALK ALONGSIDE A PARENT/GUARDIAN, AND KIDS 14 AND UP MAY RUN THE COURSE ON THEIR OWN.
KID'S COURSE - THE KID'S COURSE WILL FEATURE 10+ OBSTACLES AROUND A 1/4 - 1/2 MILE LOOP. THIS IS PERFECT FOR THOSE YOUNGER KIDDOS, AGES 11 AND UNDER, TO JOIN IN ON THE FUN! PARENTS MAY HELP THEIR KIDDOS ALONG THE COURSE. THE KID'S COURSE IS NOT TIMED, AND CHILDREN MAY RUN THE COURSE MULTIPLE TIMES IF THEY WOULD LIKE. KID'S RECEIVE A SWEET FINISHER'S MEDAL AND SHIRT.
AWARDS:
10K ELITE: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F WIN CASH + ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
10K ELITE MASTERS: TOP 3 M/F (40+ YRS OLD) RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
10K COMPETITIVE AGE GROUP: TOP 3 M/F IN EACH AGE GROUP RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS.
AGE GROUPS : UNDER 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
THE BEARDED CHALLENGE: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F FINISHERS RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PODIUM AWARDS. TOP MALE AND FEMALE WILL ALSO BE AWARDED A CASH PRIZE.
VOLUNTEER!
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE AWESOME PERKS, INCLUDING WAYS TO EARN A FREE RACE ENTRY! VOLUNTEERS PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN ENSURING A GREAT RACER EXPERIENCE BY HELPING MANAGE OBSTACLE STATIONS, THE FINISH LINE AND OTHER AREAS TO ASSIST PARTICIPANTS. COMPLETE A FULL SHIFT ON RACE DAY AND THEN AFTERWARDS HAVE FUN RUNNING THE COURSE WITH OTHER VOLUNTEERS. VOLUNTEERS ARE ALSO NEEDED DURING RACE WEEK AND AFTER THE RACE TO HELP WITH SET UP AND/OR CLEAN UP. COMPLETING ONE 6-HR SHIFT ON RACE DAY WILL EARN YOU A FREE RACE ENTRY OR BY COMPLETING TWO 5-HR SHIFTS DURING BUILD WEEK OR POST-RACE DURING TEAR DOWN. SHIFTS CAN BE SPLIT UP BETWEEN TWO DAYS OR COMPLETED ALL IN ONE DAY. CLICK THE VOLUNTEER TAB FOR MORE INFO AND IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO US.
Races
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10:00am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
10K - Competitive Elite / Age Group
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$139.00
Our competitive division is a Mandatory Obstacle Completion event which means to be in contention for a podium spot, you must successfully complete all of the obstacles. You get multiple attempts on all obstacles. Failure to complete an obstacle only takes you out of earning a podium spot, you still go on to finish the race and earn your swag. Overall TOP 3 Male and Females will be awarded a CASH prize, and then each top 3 Male and Female in their respective age groups will receive podium awards. -
The Bearded Challenge | Multi-Lap
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$139.00
If one lap isn't enough, then take on The Bearded Challenge and see how many laps you can complete. The first lap will earn you the main finisher's medal, and each additional lap will earn you an extra medal piece that attaches to the main medal. There will be podiums for the Overall Top 3 M/F. To be eligible for a podium, you must successfully complete all obstacles through a minimum of two laps. -
Kid's Course
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:10AM EDT)
$25.00
Our Kid's Course will feature a 1/2 mile loop with 10+ obstacles. Parents may walk or run along side their children and help them when needed and, of course, take as many videos and pictures as you want! Choose from either the 10:10am or 12:10pm wave times. Kids may run/walk additional laps for extra play time! -
9:15am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete an obstacle. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
9:30am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete an obstacle. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
9:45am - 5K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:45AM EDT)
$99.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete an obstacle. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
10:15am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:15AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle. but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
10:30am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
10:45am - 5K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:45AM EDT)
$99.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
11:00am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
11:15am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (11:15AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
11:30am - 10K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$109.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
11:45am - 5K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (11:45AM EDT)
$99.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
12:00pm - 5K
Incl. Finisher T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (12:00PM EDT)
$99.00
Our Just for Fun division is just that! We want you to come out and have fun on the course. You are not required, nor do we expect you to be able to complete every obstacle, but we would like you to try them all at least once, and you can even attempt them as many times as you'd like. There are NO penalties for not being able to complete. You may help other non-competitive racers along the way and teamwork is HIGHLY encouraged. -
Gold Sponsorship - $2500
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$2,500.00
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Silver Sponsorship - $1500
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$1,500.00
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Bronze Sponsorship - $750
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$750.00
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Obstacle Sponsor - $500
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$500.00
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Station Sponsor - $250
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$250.00
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Team of 5 - Team Captain (5k or 10k Fun Run)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$450.00
Buy a 5-pack of Race Entries at 40% off Race Day pricing. Team Captain pays one price for a team of 5 racers. (Team Captain plus 4 more racers) Entries are good for our 5K or 10K Non-Competitive divisions. Instructions: 1- Team Captain purchases this 5-Pack - Creates Team. 2- Team Captain receives a link and code for 5 race entries. Email with link and code will be sent to you within 24 hours. 3- Team members sign up with the link and code. -
Team of 10 - Team Captain (5k or 10k Fun Run)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$800.00
Buy a 10-pack of Race Entries at 45% off Race Day pricing. Team Captain pays one price for a team of 10 racers. (Team Captain plus 9 more racers) Entries are good for our 5K or 10K Non-Competitive divisions. Instructions: 1- Team Captain purchases this 10-Pack - Creates Team. 2- Team Captain receives a link and code for 10 race entries. Email with link and code will be sent to you within 24 hours. 3- Team members sign up with the link and code. -
Team of 20 - Team Captain - (5k or 10k Fun Run)
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$1,500.00
Buy a 20-pack of Race Entries at 50% off Race Day pricing. Team Captain pays one price for a team of 20 racers. (Team Captain plus 19 more racers) Entries are good for our 5K or 10K Non-Competitive divisions. Instructions: 1- Team Captain purchases this 20-Pack - Creates Team. 2- Team Captain receives a link and code for 20 race entries. Email with link and code will be sent to you within 24 hours. 3- Team members sign up with the link and code.
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