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Rucking events are a great way to keep the motivation going and meet new people in your community! Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, or are rucking to pay respect for our soldiers, check out our comprehensive list of rucking events to find the closest one near you.
Rucking events are different, while a lot of them are hosted by GoRuck, the things you’ll do may vary. Some rucks is strictly focused on getting from point A to point B, while others include other activities in your ruck. Learn more about each event.
Learn more about the rucking events & challenges in 2023:
Rucking Events in December 2023
Rucking Events in November 2023
Rucking Events in October 2023
Rucking Events in September 2023
How Long Are GoRuck & Rucking Events
GoRuck events can range from 3 hours to more than 24 hours. This all depends on the type of rucking event or challenge you choose to participate in. Here’s a quick breakdown of how long you can expect to ruck for in GoRuck events:
GoRuck Challenge Event
| Challenge Type | Approximate Duration |
|---|---|
| Light | 4 Hours |
| Tough | 10 – 12 Hours |
| Heavy | 24+ Hours |
GoRuck Star Course Event
| Challenge Type | Approximate Duration |
|---|---|
| 5 km | 1 Hour |
| 10 km | 2 Hours |
| 15 km | 3 Hours |
How Many People In GoRuck Event?
Each class or event is about 30 people. However, with the current climate and the ongoing pandemic, GoRuck and other organization are practicing social distancing and other measures to ensure safety which may change the typical amount of people in a class.
If you’re looking for toughest ruck march event known to man, check out our guide on the Norwegian ruck march. We’ll be sure to add any of those ruck march events here should we come across one.
If you’re looking for something more casual, you may want to look into joining a ruck club, they’re not always involved with rucking events and they’re more local. Find a ruck club near you and find out how to join one.
Recommended Gear for Most Ruck Events
We’ve outlined a complete list of Rucking gear to help you get through solo and ruck events, but here’s a quick breakdown:
- Rucksack (Check out our top GORUCK backpack alternatives for more options)
- Ruck Plate
- Hydration Bladder
- Reflective Ruck bands
- First aid kit
- Masks (Part of COVID-19 safety measures)
- Wipes/Hand Sanitizer
- Gloves
- Wind breaker Jacket
- ID
If you’re joining a ruck event as a form of training for ruck marching in the military, check out the ruck march packing list to get an idea of what is typically packed in a military ruck march.
Looking to list your rucking event with us? Contact us at [email protected]
Rucking Events in June 2023
| Event Name | Date | Location | Time | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Course – 12 Miler | 02/06/2023 | Normandy, France | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler | 02/06/2023 | Toronto, ON | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 26.2 Miler | 02/06/2023 | Normandy, France | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 26.2 Miler | 02/06/2023 | Toronto, ON | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 02/06/2023 | Memphis, TN | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 02/06/2023 | Tacoma, WA | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 02/06/2023 | Wilmington, NC | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 02/06/2023 | Jacksonville Beach, FL | 6:00PM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 03/06/2023 | Boston, MA | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 03/06/2023 | Memphis, TN | 6:00PM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 03/06/2023 | Normandy, France | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
| GORUCK Tough Challenge | 03/06/2023 | Tacoma, WA | 6:00AM | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in July 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic: Manchester, NH | 07/01/2023 | 6:00am | Manchester, NH | GORUCK |
| Basic: Philadelphia, PA | 07/01/2023 | 6:00am | Philadelphia, PA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Washington, DC | 07/01/2023 | 6:00am | Washington, DC | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Manchester, NH (Tribute to the 13 Original Colonies) | 07/01/2023 | 2:00pm | Manchester, NH | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Washington, DC (Tribute to the 13 Original Colonies) | 07/01/2023 | 2:00pm | Washington, DC | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Philadelphia, PA (Tribute to the 13 Original Colonies) | 07/01/2023 | 3:00pm | Philadelphia, PA | GORUCK |
| Level 2 – Counter Active Shooter Pistol: Atlanta, GA | 07/01/2023 | 8:00am | Atlanta, GA | GORUCK |
| Self Responder: Atlanta, GA (+CPR/AED) | 07/01/2023 | 5:00pm | Atlanta, GA | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Zurich, Switzerland | 07/29/2023 | 1:00pm | Zurich | GORUCK |
| Level 2 – Counter Active Shooter Rifle: Atlanta, GA | 07/02/2023 | 8:00am | Atlanta, GA | GORUCK |
| Level 3 – Counter Active Shooter – Pistol Night: Epping, NH (SIG SAUER) | 07/08/2023 | 8:00am | Epping, NH | GORUCK |
| Self Responder: Epping, NH (SIG SAUER) | 07/08/2023 | 7:00pm | Epping, NH | GORUCK |
| Level 4 – Team Tactics – Rifle (Force on Force): Epping, NH (SIG SAUER) | 07/09/2023 | 8:00am | Epping, NH | GORUCK |
| Basic: Cold Spring, NY | 07/14/2023 | 2:00pm | Cold Spring, NY | GORUCK |
| Basic: Tallahassee, FL | 07/14/2023 | 2:00pm | Tallahassee, FL | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Cleveland, OH | 07/14/2023 | 9:00pm | Cleveland, OH | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Cold Spring, NY | 07/14/2023 | 9:00pm | Cold Spring, NY | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Houston, TX | 07/14/2023 | 9:00pm | Houston, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Tallahassee, FL | 07/14/2023 | 9:00pm | Tallahassee, FL | GORUCK |
| Stealth Ops: Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia | 07/14/2023 | 5:00pm | Santa Cruz de la Sierra | GORUCK |
| Public Custom Scavenger: Scranton, PA (The Office Scavenger) | 07/21/2023 | 4:00pm | Scranton, PA | GORUCK |
| Public Custom Tough: Scranton, PA (The Office) | 07/21/2023 | 9:00pm | Scranton, PA | GORUCK |
| Public Custom Basic: Scranton, PA (The Office) | 07/22/2023 | 1:00pm | Scranton, PA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Cleveland, OH | 07/15/2023 | 2:00pm | Cleveland, OH | GORUCK |
| Basic: Houston, TX | 07/15/2023 | 2:00pm | Houston, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Indianapolis, IN (70th Anniversary) | 07/28/2023 | 9:00pm | Indianapolis, IN | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Nashville, TN (70th Anniversary) | 07/28/2023 | 9:00pm | Nashville, TN | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Seattle, WA (70th Anniversary) | 07/28/2023 | 9:00pm | Seattle, WA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Zurich, Switzerland | 07/28/2023 | 9:00pm | Zurich | GORUCK |
| Basic: Indianapolis, IN (70th Anniversary) | 07/29/2023 | 2:00pm | Indianapolis, IN | GORUCK |
| Basic: Nashville, TN (70th Anniversary) | 07/29/2023 | 2:00pm | Nashville, TN | GORUCK |
| Basic: Seattle, WA (70th Anniversary) | 07/29/2023 | 2:00pm | Seattle, WA | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in August 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Boston, MA | 08/12/2023 | 6:00am | Boston, MA | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 26.2 Miler: Boston, MA | 08/12/2023 | 6:00am | Boston, MA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: St. Paul, MN | 08/18/2023 | 9:00pm | St. Paul, MN | GORUCK |
| Cheyenne Mountain Ruck | 08/19/2023 | 6:45am | Colorado Springs, CO | Highlander Events |
| Basic: St. Paul, MN | 08/19/2023 | 2:00pm | St. Paul, MN | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 50 Miler: Boston, MA | 08/11/2023 | 9:00pm | Boston, MA | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 50 Miler: Denver, CO | 08/25/2023 | 9:00pm | Denver, CO | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: Denver, CO | 08/26/2023 | 6:00am | Denver, CO | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 26.2 Miler: Denver, CO | 08/26/2023 | 6:00am | Denver, CO | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in September 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Course – 50 Miler: London, United Kingdom | 09/02/2023 | 6:00pm | London, United Kingdom | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 26.2 Miler: London, United Kingdom | 09/03/2023 | 6:00am | London, United Kingdom | GORUCK |
| Star Course – 12 Miler: London, United Kingdom | 09/03/2023 | 11:00am | London, United Kingdom | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: New York, NY (Tri-State 9/11 Triple Tough Memorial) | 09/08/2023 | 6:00am | New York, NY (Tri-State 9/11 Triple Tough Memorial) | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Washington, DC | 09/08/2023 | 6:00pm | Washington, DC | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Bozeman, MT | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Bozeman, MT | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Dallas, TX | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Dallas, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Memphis, TN | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Memphis, TN | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Miami, FL | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Miami, FL | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Portland, ME | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Portland, ME | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Sacramento, CA | 09/08/2023 | 9:00pm | Sacramento, CA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Shanksville, PA (Tri-State 9/11 Triple Tough Memorial) | 09/09/2023 | 6:00am | Shanksville, PA (Tri-State 9/11 Triple Tough Memorial) | GORUCK |
| Basic: Washington, DC | 09/09/2023 | 10:00am | Washington, DC | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: New York, NY | 09/09/2023 | 6:00pm | New York, NY | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Bozeman, MT | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Bozeman, MT | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Dallas, TX | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Dallas, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Memphis, TN | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Memphis, TN | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Miami, FL | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Miami, FL | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Portland, ME | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Portland, ME | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Sacramento, CA | 09/09/2023 | 9:00pm | Sacramento, CA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Shanksville, PA | 09/10/2023 | 6:00am | Shanksville, PA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Washington, DC (Tri-State 9/11 Triple Tough Memorial) | 09/10/2023 | 6:00am | Washington, DC | GORUCK |
| Basic: New York, NY | 09/10/2023 | 10:00am | New York, NY | GORUCK |
| Self Responder: Austin, TX | 09/30/2023 | 5:00pm | Austin, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: New Orleans, LA | 09/30/2023 | 1:00pm | New Orleans, LA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Berlin, Germany | 09/30/2023 | 2:00pm | Berlin, Germany | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in October 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic: Berlin, Germany | 10/01/2023 | 12:00am | Berlin | GORUCK |
| Basic: Berlin, Germany | 10/01/2023 | 10:00am | Berlin | GORUCK |
| Level 5 – Counter Ambush Response: Austin, TX | 10/01/2023 | 8:00am | Austin, TX | GORUCK |
| Level 2 – Counter Active Shooter Pistol: Los Angeles, CA | 10/14/2023 | 8:00am | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Self Responder: Los Angeles, CA | 10/14/2023 | 5:00pm | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Level 2 – Tactical Shotgun Operator: Los Angeles, CA | 10/15/2023 | 8:00am | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Stealth Ops: Madrid, Spain | 10/13/2023 | 5:00pm | Madrid, Spain | GORUCK |
| Urban Ops: Madrid, Spain | 10/14/2023 | 10:00am | Madrid, Spain | GORUCK |
| Operation Clear Field: Madrid, Spain | 10/15/2023 | 10:00am | Madrid, Spain | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Pittsburgh, PA (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 10:00pm | Pittsburgh, PA | GORUCK |
| Heavy Challenge: Pittsburgh, PA (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 6:00pm | Pittsburgh, PA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Detroit, MI (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Detroit, MI | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Hartford, CT (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Hartford, CT | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Milwaukee, WI (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Milwaukee, WI | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Nashville, TN (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Nashville, TN | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: San Antonio, TX (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | San Antonio, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: San Diego, CA (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | San Diego, CA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Seattle, WA (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Seattle, WA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Tampa, FL (30th Anniversary) | 10/06/2023 | 9:00pm | Tampa, FL | GORUCK |
| Basic: Detroit, MI (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Detroit, MI | GORUCK |
| Basic: Hartford, CT (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Hartford, CT | GORUCK |
| Basic: Milwaukee, WI (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Milwaukee, WI | GORUCK |
| Basic: Nashville, TN (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Nashville, TN | GORUCK |
| Basic: San Antonio, TX (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | San Antonio, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: San Diego, CA (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | San Diego, CA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Seattle, WA (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Seattle, WA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Tampa, FL (30th Anniversary) | 10/07/2023 | 2:00pm | Tampa, FL | GORUCK |
| Basic: Pittsburgh, PA (30th Anniversary) | 10/08/2023 | 2:00pm | Pittsburgh, PA | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Montreal, Canada | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | Montreal | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: New York, NY | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | New York, NY | GORUCK |
| Basic: Austin, TX | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | Austin, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: Los Angeles, CA | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Salem, MA | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Salem, MA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Austin, TX | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Austin, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: Los Angeles, CA | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Montreal, Canada | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Montreal | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: New York, NY | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | New York, NY | GORUCK |
| Basic: Austin, TX | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | Austin, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: Los Angeles, CA | 10/27/2023 | 6:00pm | Los Angeles, CA | GORUCK |
| Basic: Montreal, Canada | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Montreal | GORUCK |
| Basic: New York, NY | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | New York, NY | GORUCK |
| Basic: Salem, MA | 10/28/2023 | 8:00am | Salem, MA | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Salem, MA | 10/28/2023 | 6:00pm | Salem, MA | GORUCK |
| Rucking World Championship (50 Miler): Charlotte, NC | 10/20/2023 | 7:00pm | Charlotte, NC | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in November 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Challenge: San Diego, CA | 11/03/2023 | 6:00pm | San Diego, CA | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: San Diego, CA | 11/04/2023 | 10:00pm | San Diego, CA | GORUCK |
| Basic: San Diego, CA | 11/05/2023 | 1:00pm | San Diego, CA | GORUCK |
Rucking Events in December 2023
| Event Name | Date | Time | Location | Event Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tough Challenge: Charleston, SC | 12/01/2023 | 9:00pm | Charleston, SC | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Galveston, TX | 12/01/2023 | 9:00pm | Galveston, TX | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Honolulu, HI | 12/01/2023 | 9:00pm | Honolulu, HI | GORUCK |
| Tough Challenge: Wilmington, NC | 12/01/2023 | 9:00pm | Wilmington, NC | GORUCK |
| Basic: Charleston, SC | 12/02/2023 | 2:00pm | Charleston, SC | GORUCK |
| Basic: Galveston, TX | 12/02/2023 | 2:00pm | Galveston, TX | GORUCK |
| Basic: Honolulu, HI | 12/02/2023 | 2:00pm | Honolulu, HI | GORUCK |
| Basic: Wilmington, NC | 12/02/2023 | 2:00pm | Wilmington, NC | GORUCK |
| Basic: Sandy Hook, CT | 12/09/2023 | 8:00am | Sandy Hook, CT | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Charlotte, NC | 12/16/2023 | 10:00am | Charlotte, NC | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: San Francisco, CA | 12/16/2023 | 10:00am | San Francisco, CA | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Tallahassee, FL | 12/16/2023 | 10:00am | Tallahassee, FL | GORUCK |
| Light Challenge: Washington, DC | 12/16/2023 | 10:00am | Washington, DC | GORUCK |