Cavefit Games vs Spartan Race: distance, stations, price & difficulty compared (2026-27)
Cavefit Games has 4 upcoming events in 2 countries; Spartan Race has 67 upcoming events in 6 countries (entry $26–$1,200, A$29–A$269 +3 currencies). Data from 71 event listings, updated daily.
Verdict
Spartan Race: outdoor OCR, 5K–50K, 20–60 obstacles. Both are rated Intermediate. Spartan Race has more upcoming events (67 in 6 countries vs 4 in 2 countries).
Key differences
- DifficultyCavefit Games: IntermediateSpartan Race: Intermediate
- Upcoming eventsCavefit Games: 4 events in 2 countriesSpartan Race: 67 events in 6 countries
Cavefit Games vs Spartan Race side by side
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Next Cavefit Games races
- Strong Race Otoño 2026Ot · 7 Nov 2026
- Strong Race Otoño 2026 · 7 Nov 2026
- Braga Games 2026Ga · 28 Nov 2026
Next Spartan Race races
- Spartan Race Moganshan Ultra Trifecta Weekend 2026 · 7 Nov 2026
- 2026 Fenway Spartan Stadion Event Weekend · 7 Nov 2026
- 2026 SLO CAL Spartan Trifecta Weekend · 7 Nov 2026
What is Spartan Race?
Spartan Race is an obstacle course racing series established in Vermont, USA, in 2010, with events in more than 40 countries. Courses combine off-road trail running with obstacles such as walls, barbed-wire crawls, monkey bars and a spear throw, and they often include mud and water.
The main distances are the Sprint (5 km, 20 obstacles), the Super (10 km, 25 obstacles), the Beast (21 km, 30 obstacles) and the Ultra (50 km, 60 obstacles). Completing a Sprint, Super and Beast in one calendar year earns the Spartan Trifecta, and many venues host Trifecta Weekends with all three races. Spartan also runs Stadion races in sports stadiums, trail races, kids' races, competitive Elite and Age Group heats, and endurance events. The Sprint is pitched at first-timers, while the Beast and Ultra suit experienced racers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cavefit Games harder than Spartan Race?
Both are rated Intermediate, so neither is clearly harder on paper.
How many Cavefit Games and Spartan Race races are coming up?
Race.Fitness lists 4 upcoming Cavefit Games events in 2 countries (Spain, Portugal) and 67 upcoming Spartan Race events in 6 countries (United States, Australia, Japan, China, United Arab Emirates).
Is Cavefit Games or Spartan Race cheaper to enter?
Entry prices for upcoming events: Cavefit Games not yet published; Spartan Race $26–$1,200, A$29–A$269 +3 currencies. Prices vary by division, ticket wave and country.
When is the next Cavefit Games or Spartan Race race?
The next Cavefit Games event is Strong Race Otoño 2026Ot on 7 Nov 2026. The next Spartan Race event is Spartan Race Moganshan Ultra Trifecta Weekend 2026 on 7 Nov 2026.
Which is better for beginners, Cavefit Games or Spartan Race?
Both Cavefit Games and Spartan Race need a base of running and strength fitness. Check each event’s divisions: most offer an open or team option that is easier than the pro or elite level.