Event Overview
A New Breed of 5K
Tough Mudder 5K Boston; the only 5K mud run where the obstacles are friggin’ huge and the wicked good times never stop. Our obstacle-crushing fun run is located at 508 International, a short drive from Boston proper. It’s the best place to let loose and get wild this season, and it’s jam-packed with woods, trails, and tons of mud. Tough Mudder 5K Boston is gonna be wicked pissah.
3 Miles, 13 Iconic Tough Mudder Obstacles
Tough Mudder 5K Boston is 3 miles of best-in-class obstacles, designed for intense teamwork and fun. None does it better than our most iconic obstacle, Everest 2.0, a 13' quarterpipe with curved top that requires real teamwork to conquer. Bust through the finish line and the party keeps going. Grab a frosty cold beer, listen to music, hang with your new best friends from course, and soak in that sweet first taste of Tough Mudder.
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Event Experience
Epic action. Legendary party.
Stuff you'll get




Other ways to participate
Join the Tough Mudder community, there's a spot for you here.
Step 1: Crew up and save big on a one of a kind experience.
Step 2: Enjoy epic group chats All. Year. Long.
- Mudder Village Pass
Cheer on your Mudders and enjoy our action-packed Mudder Village Festival
Volunteer and join 'probably the best team on the planet'.
Learn More- Tough Mudder Classic Boston
Ready for more mud? Sign up for Tough Mudder Classic
Charity
Ever thought about running a Tough Mudder for free? Find out how you can join a team to take on a Tough Mudder and fundraise for a great cause.
Learn MoreManage a charity? Are you looking to gain more participants to assist in fundraising? Look no future, Tough Mudder is here to help.
Learn MoreMudder Passes
Don't want to stop at just one event? Get more Mudder action and big savings when you buy a Two-Pack Pass or Season Pass.
Good for any two Tough Mudder 5K or Tough Mudder Classic events anywhere across North America.
Learn MoreGood for every single 2020 North America Tough Mudder 5K and Tough Mudder Classic (as low as $21 per event). Buy now, choose later.
Learn MoreTough Mudder 5K Event Day
Want to run the course at the same time as your friends and family? Make sure to create your team no later than two weeks before the event (two Monday’s prior). If you do not create or join a team by this date, we will not be able to guarantee the same start time for you and your teammates.
Need help on how to create or join a team? Complete your account setup here. Then follow these instructions to create/join a team or manage your team.
Start Times
Please arrive 45 minutes before your assigned start time to ensure you can park, check in, drop your bag, and get to the Warm Up Zone 20 minutes before your start time. START TIMES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. For more info, visit our FAQ page here.
PLEASE NOTE:Due to high demand, some participants have been assigned a different start time than requested. Please do not contact us directly as we will not be able to accommodate changes.
What to Bring
1. A valid photo ID*
Don’t forget it in your car.
2. Active.com Participant Ticket*
Print it or have it ready on your phone. Registration confirmation is sent from [email protected] or you can login to Active.com to access your ticket. Complete your account set up here .
3. Card (preferred) or Cash
For bag drop, food, and (more) beer.
*Items 1 and 2 are necessary to enter event.
What to Wear
At all events, we suggest wearing normal running shoes – spikes and cleats are strictly prohibited. Dress in comfortable clothing (or a costume that will make you more stylish on course) and bring dry clothing to change into once you’re done.
If it’s cold, gloves are recommended. If it’s hot, sunscreen is a necessity. No matter what the weather is, make sure to come hydrated and take advantage of water stations on course.
Bag Drop
If you don’t plan on traveling home muddy, you’ll probably want to bring a change of clothes. Stop by the bag drop tent to store your belongings while you’re on course. $10, Card (preferred) or Cash.
Mini Mudder
Mini Mudder is a 1-mile muddy obstacle course designed for Tough Mudders-In-Training. Start waves will be every hour on the hour from 9am - 11am and 1pm - 4pm. Sunday, waves will be at 9am, 10am, 11am, and 1pm. Children must be at least 42 inches tall and accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Hotel and Travel Deals coming soon.
Parking
Parking details coming soon.
Bag Drop
$5 online or $10 onsite - Save time and money by purchasing in advance.
Here’s how to purchase:
1. Log into Myevents.active.com
2. Click “Purchase Merchandise”
3. Having trouble? Follow these instructions to purchase your parking pass
We’ve got your back. In 2020 all events will have designated Solo Runner Wave so you can meet other lone wolves, form a muddy pack and get goal-crushing.
How to Join Pre-Event
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Step 1
Register for your event.
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Step 2
Once registered, navigate to My Active Events and select "Join Team".
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Step 3
Search the team names below based on which event/day you are registered for:
Solo Runners 5K Saturday
Solo Runners Classic Saturday
Solo Runners 5K Sunday
Solo Runners Classic Sunday**Note team search is case sensitive.
What to Do on Event Day
Whether pre-registered for our Solo Runners Wave or not, identify yourself as a solo runner on event day. How you ask?
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Step 1
Show up on site at event day ready to kick ass and make new friends on course.
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Step 2
Go through registration and let our staffers know you are running solo. Get a special "Solo Runner Wave sticker" and find your new teammates at the start line.
*At select events, stop by the Fit Kitchen tent for additional Solo Runner Wave giveaways -
Step 3
Make sure to high five your fellow solo runners and finish stronger than you started, with new Mudder friends.
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Interested in being a local sponsor? We’d love to get in touch with you! Send us an inquiry here for more information.