Yinz ready? After you take teamwork and hustle to the mud at your Tough Mudder event, we’re heading to Pittsburgh to keep the party going. These are our picks of things to do in Pittsburgh to turn your event day into an adventure weekend.

5 Top Pittsburgh Things To Do

1. Explore Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville’s trendiness is eclipsed only by its options. Just some of these are The Round Corner Cantina, The Abbey, Church Brew Works, and Arsenal Cider Company. And for a rare night time treat, keep an eye on Belvedere’s Ultra-Dive. You may just find yourself roller skating in the club at midnight while a rap battle mix takes the DJ stand. 

2. Shop At The Strip District

The Strip District’s open-air flea markets hit their stride on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Grab a sandwich topped with coleslaw and French fries at Primanti Bros. original location. Top it off with dessert at Peace, Love, and Little Donuts or a mid-day sip at Wigle Whiskey.

3. Catch A Game, Any Game

September is the athletics sweet spot. The Penguins (NHL), Pirates (MLB), Steelers (NFL), Riverhounds (USL), and college sports are all actively competing across the three rivers for fame, fortune, and the best view in sports.

4. Catch Perspective at Randyland

Nestled in the North Shore away from the madding crowd of Pirates and Steelers fans is Randyland, an eclectic outdoor art exhibit that is completely free. Randyland is also close to a host of museums so you can get your culture on in one afternoon.

5. Get Out To Ohiopyle

Just outside of Pittsburgh are the vast trailheads dotting Ohiopyle State Park. Also within the park’s parameters is architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic modern home, Fallingwater, which is open year-round for tours.

Sign up for your Tough Mudder Pittsburgh event on September 24th or 25th, before the start wave you want sell out

Who’s counting down the days until Tough Mudder Toronto? Come explore Toronto and Hamilton after crushing your goals. These are our pick of the things you must do around your event.

Top 5 Toronto Things To Do

1. Come Hungry to Restaurant Row

Hamilton, Ontario is less than 30 minutes from Tough Mudder Toronto. It boasts Restaurant Row, a diverse collection of culinary options. Once you’ve worked up an appetite try your hand at restaurant hopping on King William Street. Enjoy a little bit of everything. 

2. See The Waterfall Capital of the World

Hamilton, Ontario is also known as the waterfall capital of the world. The Spencer Gorge Conservation Area is the best in the area with hiking ending at two waterfalls. Webster and Tew Falls have some breath-taking gorge views. 

3. Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens

Outside of Hamilton is the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens. A perfect rest day activity that keeps you on your feet and smelling the roses. With five cultivated gardens and over 20 kilometers of nature trails. You’ll be keeping your heart rate pumping all day long. 

4. Tour The Toronto Islands

Get outdoors at Toronto Island Park. This conservation area has a lively ferry plus biking, hiking, fishing, boating and so much more to get you outside and enjoying that fresh Canadian air. 

5. Head To The Distillery District

The Distillery Historic District is the best place to explore when you’re in downtown Toronto. While there are lots of bars and taverns to try, the Distillery District is less above spirits and more about creativity. There’s plenty of art, dining, shops, architecture, and entertainment to keep everyone interested.

Sign up today for your Tough Mudder Toronto, before the start wave you want sells out.

Country life never looked so good. Let’s take it back to where it all began and have a Mudder of a weekend in north-eastern PA. These are the Tough Mudder recommended Poconos things to do.

5 Top Poconos Things To Do

1. Go Horseback Riding On A Mountain Trail

Mountain Creek Riding Stables offers private and group horseback riding excursions for a deceptively low-impact workout. You’ll enjoy lush mountain views led through beautiful Mountain Creek by an expert staff member.

2. Catch Views at Delaware Water Gap

Hiking never looked so good. Delaware Water Gap’s extensive trails let you pick from plenty of options from beginner to challenging. Plus, a trail shuttle makes regular rounds so you won’t have to duke it out for a coveted parking spot. 

3. Visit Soarin’ Eagle Rail Tours

Take on a rail biking adventure with Soarin’ Eagle Rail Tours. The Poconos’ now-defunct railroad tracks take on new life with two-person rail biking that is sure to leave your heart pumping as you pedal along the Lackawaxen River.

4. UTV into the Great Unknown

Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours offers UTC tours for a variety of skill levels. Just minutes from the Pocono Raceway, you may even catch a glimpse of the site where you just made Mudder memories. 

5. Book a Wine Tour

The Pocono Mountains may be known for their winter sports, but in summertime, it’s all about wine tastings. Pocono Wine Tours are available for private groups to take you through the Pennsylvania countryside for a scenic, boozy day.

Let’s do this Poconos – are you ready for September 10th & 11th? Book your spot at the start line TODAY.

 Mudder Nation is coming to Chicago. Get the best of nature and city life with these side adventures. These are the Tough Mudder recommended Chicago things to do.

5 Top Chicago Things To Do

1. Hike At Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve

Just 15 minutes from Rockford Airport, where you’ll be tearing it up in the mud, lies the Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve. This beginner-friendly trailhead is the ideal low-impact activity that gets you outside and refreshed after a tough mud day. 

2. Take a Chicago Food Tour

Secret Food Tours is the tasty hidden gem that takes you into the heart of Chicago cuisine. You know you’ve got to get a slice of deep-dish pizza – why not take it further with everything the city has to offer? 

3. Catch a Ball Game

Stick around for a rousing Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field, or see the White Sox play down at Rate Field. Score your tickets for the Cubs or White Sox now and enjoy your afternoon with brews, brats, and America’s favorite pastime.

4. Kayak on the Chicago River

That’s right – look no further than downtown Chicago for a day on the water with Wateriders. You can’t beat a crowd-free moment while getting up close and personal with Chicago’s historic architecture. 

5. Take A Stroll In Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park’s sprawling campus is so lush you won’t believe you’re in the city. Within its parameters are two museums, a free public zoo, plenty of public art and monuments, the national arboretum, recreational fields and so much more.

Let’s get wild – Tough Mudder will be here before you know on August 27th & 28th, so book your spot before the event sells out.

Brace yourself, Sonoma. Mudders are ready to work hard and play hard in wine country. Try out these Tough Mudder certified Sonoma things to do.

5 Top Things To Do

1. Have A Bay Day

After a grueling day in the mud, you deserve a break. Just an hour from Sonoma Raceway, Bodega Bay has all the makings of a rest day with scenic bayfront views, golf, camping, spa services, and so much more.

2. Go On A Wine Tour  

When in wine country, right? Score chauffeur services for a private, low-stress day in the Sonoma County vineyards. Wine tours can be customized to your interests. But if beer and spirits are more your speed, never fear: there’s plenty to whet your palette.

3. Bike It Out

Mountain biking is in high supply in Sonoma. Dozens of trails will push your limits, but one of the most unique is the private biking tour you can reserve at Hallberg Butterfly Gardens wildlife sanctuary. 

4. Take On A Quest Hike

Quests and scavenger hikes add a new element to your outdoor excursion. Plus, they’re a great way to familiarize little adventurers with their surroundings. 

5. Spot the Redwoods

Less than an hour from Tough Mudder Sonoma is Muir Woods National Monument, a redwoods sanctuary and a must-see for parks enthusiasts. Muir Woods has six miles of trails and is close to Muir Beach and its scenic overlook.

Tough Mudder Sonoma is an epic stop along the west coast tour on August 27th & 28th – book your spot at the start line NOW before the wave you want sells out.

“Keep Portland Weird?” More like “Keep Portland Muddy.” Make Tough Mudder weekend one for the books in Stumptown.

5 Top Portland Things To Do

1. Explore Wahkeena Falls

Less than an hour from Tough Mudder Portland (which is actually located in Washington state), you can get your fill of scenic trailheads, waterfalls, and creature sightings. Wahkeena Falls is the whole package with breathtaking views along the Columbia River Gorge. 

2. Visit Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland’s eclectic reputation precedes it. There are endless oddities to enjoy, like the Freakybuttrue Peculiarium, the Rimsky-Korsakoffee House, Potato Champion, Paxton Gate curiosities, and Voodoo Doughnut.

3. Road Trip to the Pacific Coast

Oregon’s landscape is one of the best in the country, and road-tripping to the coast affords you the best of both worlds. You can’t go wrong with coastal beach towns, from Rockaway Beach to an overnight stay near Secret Beach’s black sands. 

4. Go Off-Roading At Wayne National Forest

Get your adrenaline pumping with an off-roading adventure. Head to Wayne National Forest and rent an ATV for a day of outdoor excellence. We know you’re not afraid of a little mud – and there’s plenty of that to spare.

5. Drink Along the Mt. Hood Tap Trail

Relax a bit with a brewery day. The Mt. Hood Tap Trail guides you to the best breweries near Mt. Hood – an active volcano – with views for days and a tap list that doesn’t quit.

Get ready, Portland… Tough Mudder will be here before you know it on August 13th & 14th, book your start wave today before it sells out.

One Tough Mudder, two cities to choose from. The Midwest isn’t ready for this jelly. Here are a few ways to make the most out of your wild weekend. These are the TMHQ certified Indiana things to do.

Indiana Top 5 Things To Do

1. Stroll Along the Big Four Bridge

Tough Mudder Indiana is smack-dab in the middle of Indianapolis and Louisville. At the Big Four Bridge, you can catch glimpses of both city skylines from its two-mile path aboard the decommissioned railroad bridge, open to both pedestrians and cyclists. 

2. Bike Along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail

Rent a bike and get a fast-paced introduction to the city along the eight-mile Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Connecting through six cultural districts, you can stop at your leisure to snap pics, grab snacks, knock back a beer, and much more. 

3. Explore the Market Street Catacombs

After seeing Indianapolis at ground level, take a descending trip into the Market Street Catacombs. Guided tours take you through Indianapolis’ historic moments sprinkled with the chills of these unique views. 

4. Go Underground at Louisville Mega Cavern

This underground ropes course is hidden inside a 10-story cavern where not all is as it seems. After you finish your ropes course adventure, take a laser-lined zip line deep into the cavern or explore on foot. This activity can be enjoyed by mini Mudders and full-grown Mudders alike. 

5. Check Out Louisville DistilleriesSipping on some pristine bourbon is definitely on the menu when you visit Louisville. Take to one of these historic distilleries and get philosophical with your crew during a tour and tasting. The real challenge? Choosing your favorite.

Sign up for your Tough Mudder Indiana and secure your spot at the start line before the wave you want sells out.

Oh, Canada. What’s not to love? Time to show Ottawa what Mudders are made of while you’re in town this summer. These are the TMHQ certified Ottawa things to do.

Ottawa Top 5 Things To Do

1. Stick Around at The Commando Paintball Action Centre

You don’t have to look far for another heart-pumping adventure. On the site of Tough Mudder, Ottawa is Commando Action Centre, a premier paintball facility that promotes teamwork, hustle, and fun. Sounds familiar, no? 

2. Take the Leap At Great Canadian Bungee

Heights, anyone? Take the plunge from 200 feet high at Great Canadian Bungee, just north of Ottawa. Beautiful quarry lagoon views meet an adrenaline-fueled experience that will take your breath away. 

3. Soak In the City at Major’s Hill Park

Nature and urban innovation converge at Major’s Hill Park, a waterfront locale. Not only is it a historic park full of beautiful sites, but it’s also within walking distance of tons of shops, museums, restaurants, and bars.

4. Choose Your Own Walking Tour

Get some steps in for a low-impact day of exploration in downtown Ottawa with a self-guided walking tour. Choose your adventure with walking tours that focus on everything from history to architecture to after-dark hotspots to pub crawls. 

5. Get a Taste of OttawaHard cider and wine have never gone down smoother. La Vida Local Food and Wine Tours take you off the beaten path into rural Ottawa with scenic excursions. But make sure you book ahead; private small group tours are the name of the game for the time being.

Sign up for your Tough Mudder Ottawa today, before the start line you want sells out.

There’s nothing like a muddy weekend kicking ass and taking names in Colorado. After you finish your Tough Mudder strong, keep the good times rolling with tons to do in the Denver area.

Colorado Top 5 Things To Do

1. Sweat it Out at Red Rocks Amphitheater

The legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater has more to offer than just mind-blowing live events. It’s also home to walking trails suitable for any skill level. Or, you can enjoy the amphitheater without the concert crowds with early morning yoga and HIIT classes to keep your training going. 

2. Catch a Rockies Home Run

There’s nothing better than a night under the lights. Take in a Colorado Rockies baseball game at Coors Field in downtown Denver. They’re facing off the Brewers in a three-game homestand on Tough Mudder weekend. Sounds like kismet to us. 

3. Tour The Coors Brewery

Take a detour to historic Golden, Colorado, just west of Denver, to enjoy an ice-cold beer straight from the source. Add on a ticket to the brewery tour and learn how it all comes together. Then, stick around for a bite and some old-time charm in downtown Golden.

4. Go On A Rafting Adventure

No need to panic; there’s something for everyone with Denver White Water Rafting. Get your heart pumping on this spectacular excursion that is fueled by adrenaline and mountain views. It’s just as suitable for kids and teens as it is for experienced rafters. 

5. Visit Garden of the Gods State ParkWho’s up for a road trip? Garden of the Gods State Park is a must-see. Just outside of Colorado Springs, 1.5 hours from Denver, this park’s iconic landscape can be explored on foot, Jeep, on a segway, on horseback, or by bike.

Start your adventure at Tough Mudder Colorado & continue the journey exploring the beautiful Rocky Mountain State. Sign up today to secure your spot at the start line.