2026 Badass Human Race Presented by GECU
About the Event
Sunday, May 31st, 2026 | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM or later
📍 Downtown El Paso, TX
The 2026 Badass Human Race is Presented by GECU
El Paso’s most intense, high-energy, and empowering urban obstacle challenge returns bigger, bolder, and more badass than ever.
This is not your average race, this is the BADASS HUMAN RACE. On May 31st, 2026, thousands of unstoppable participants will conquer a 3-mile course packed with world-class obstacles never seen before, built right into the heart of downtown El Paso. From shipping container climbs to cold plunges, urban sprints, and high-energy team zones, this event is designed to push limits, destroy excuses, and unleash your inner badass. Participants must be 16+ years old.
Spectators areas, live DJs, high-intensity cheer zones, food trucks, hydration stations, and a roaring finish line celebration, this is El Paso’s ultimate community-powered race day experience.
What to Expect:
3-mile downtown course
Never-before-seen new signature obstacles & favorite returning obstacles updated to be tougher and more challenging
Waves scheduled every 10 minutes (less wait times)
Finisher medals
Cooling zone & hydration stations
Price giveaways, live music, and more
Whether you're running solo or rallying your crew, this event is more than a race, it’s a movement. It’s about showing up, rising up, and proving that you are stronger than your excuses.
2026 Theme: RISE. RUN. REPEAT.
Because the badass in you doesn’t rest. It evolves.
Are you ready?
The Toughest Course Deserves the Best Stay
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stay.visitelpaso.com
The 2026 Badass Human Race Presented by GECU brings an exciting 4.8K to El Paso, Texas on May 31, 2026. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Races Offered
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Running
Competitive Coed
Competitive Open
Competitive Open | Female
Weather Overview
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About El Paso
2026 Badass Human Race Presented by GECU takes place in El Paso, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Denver.
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