Unleash your Inner Beast at Altitude
Big Bear Spartan Trifecta Weekend
May
16
Sat
Date & Time
May. 16, 2026 — May. 17, 2026
5:30 AM — 9:00 PM
If you’re looking to unleash your inner beast and go to places you never imagined, the Spartan Race in Big Bear Lake, CA is perfect for you. Test everything you’re made of: your strength, your endurance, your resolve. The unpredictable terrain and Spartan Obstacles are masterfully designed to push you deep into your discomfort zone, and well past those self-imposed obstacles you once considered your limits.
We're inviting all racers and spectators* to join us at Snow Summit on May 16-17, 2026 for a 5k Sprint, 10k Super, and 21k Beast Spartan Race. The event is open to all ages, though some restrictions apply. The festival grounds open at 6AM, while races begin at 7AM.
*As a Spectator, you get access to view some obstacles on the course, the finish line, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds. A Spectator ticket is required and is sold online for $20 by the Spartan team.
We're inviting all racers and spectators* to join us at Snow Summit on May 16-17, 2026 for a 5k Sprint, 10k Super, and 21k Beast Spartan Race. The event is open to all ages, though some restrictions apply. The festival grounds open at 6AM, while races begin at 7AM.
*As a Spectator, you get access to view some obstacles on the course, the finish line, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds. A Spectator ticket is required and is sold online for $20 by the Spartan team.
May
16
Sat
Unleash your Inner Beast at Altitude
Big Bear Spartan Trifecta Weekend
Date & Time
May. 16, 2026 — May. 17, 2026
5:30 AM — 9:00 PM
If you’re looking to unleash your inner beast and go to places you never imagined, the Spartan Race in Big Bear Lake, CA is perfect for you. Test everything you’re made of: your strength, your endurance, your resolve. The unpredictable terrain and Spartan Obstacles are masterfully designed to push you deep into your discomfort zone, and well past those self-imposed obstacles you once considered your limits.
We're inviting all racers and spectators* to join us at Snow Summit on May 16-17, 2026 for a 5k Sprint, 10k Super, and 21k Beast Spartan Race. The event is open to all ages, though some restrictions apply. The festival grounds open at 6AM, while races begin at 7AM.
*As a Spectator, you get access to view some obstacles on the course, the finish line, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds. A Spectator ticket is required and is sold online for $20 by the Spartan team.
We're inviting all racers and spectators* to join us at Snow Summit on May 16-17, 2026 for a 5k Sprint, 10k Super, and 21k Beast Spartan Race. The event is open to all ages, though some restrictions apply. The festival grounds open at 6AM, while races begin at 7AM.
*As a Spectator, you get access to view some obstacles on the course, the finish line, the vendor tents, and hot food for sale on the grounds. A Spectator ticket is required and is sold online for $20 by the Spartan team.
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Saturday, May 16
- 5:30AM: First Shuttle + Parking Opens
- 6AM: Festival Opens
- 7AM: First Heat of the Beast 21k
- 9:30AM: First Heat of the Sprint 5k
- 9:45AM: Last Heat of the Beast 21k
- 11:45AM: Last Heat of the Sprint 5k
- 8:30PM: Festival Closes
- 8:30PM/9PM: Last Shuttle + Parking Closes
Sunday, May 17- 5:30AM: First Shuttle + Parking Opens
- 6AM: Festival Opens
- 7AM: First Heat of the Super 10k
- 7:10AM: Trail 10k Sarts
- 9:45AM: Last Heat of the Super 10k
- 10:30AM: First Heat of the Sprint 5k
- 12:45PM: Last Heat of the Sprint 5k
- 6PM: Festival Closes
- 6:30PM: Last Shuttle + Parking Closes
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While the official 2026 summer season at Snow Summit, including mountain biking, Scenic Sky Chair rides, and more, is scheduled to open on Memorial Day weekend, we will have several venues open for Spartan weekend.
Food & Beverage
When it’s time to refuel, enjoy delicious options at select dining venues. Ironwood Coffee will be open from 7AM-5PM serving up your favorite caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages while Bighorn Smokehouse & Blues Bar will be open from 10:30AM-5PM serving fresh power bowls and beverages for all ages.
Rent a Bike
Explore Big Bear Lake and the surrounding Snow Summit area by renting a Comfort eBike from the ticket windows, then head over to the Adventure Academy building for bike pickup. Each eBike features pedal-assist technology for an easy, enjoyable ride. Reservations can be made on-site at any open ticket window between 9:30AM-4:30PM.
Shop for Merch
Head to Big Bear Sports, located in the base area, to shop for gear like gloves with tack, breathable hats, and moisture-wicking apparel. Take advantage of the Big BBMR Blowout Sale and save up to 70% off winter, summer, and branded logo retails items. rich-text, responsive-table -
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The base area offers something for everyone, with Basecamp Activities like the Climbing Wall, Fossil Finding, Euro Bungee Trampoline, Zip Line, and more. You can also try Summit Mining Co. (separate cost) for an additional adventure. The Scenic Sky Chair will be closed for this special event weekend.
Basecamp Activities will be open from 10AM-4PM on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17. Get your all-access $25 activities wristband on-site at any open ticket window between 9:30AM-4:30PM. rich-text, responsive-table
Climbing Wall
Learn the basics of climbing, work on your technique, or race to the top and rappel down. Guests must be a minimum/maximum of 20/220 lbs. to participate. Turns may be non-consecutive based on guest volume.
Euro Bungee
Get bouncing with a safety harness on the Euro Bungee Trampoline. Guests must be at least 36” tall with a minimum/maximum weight of 20/200 lbs. to participate.
Fossil Finding
Uncover hidden treasures from the past. Armed with tools, you can carefully dig through the soft, sandy terrain to reveal cool fake fossils buried just below the surface. Reserve your child's spot online.
Summer Tubing
Take the magic carpet to the top of the tube lanes, then slide down as fast as you can in one of the tubes. Guests must be at least 42" tall with a minimum/maximum of 40/250lbs. to participate. Limit one guest per tube.
Kids Full Throttle
Enjoy runs around a dedicated course at Summit Bike Park with a STACYC™ Electric Balance Bike. Guests must be under 61” and not weigh more than 115 lbs. to participate. Closed-toed shoes are required.
Zip Line
Fly on the zip line. Guests must be at least 7 years old with a minimum/maximum height of 42”/75” and weight of 45/250 lbs. to participate. Closed toe shoes required; crocs not acceptable. -
Snow Summit VIP Parking
A $40 VIP Parking fee is available for purchase during online registration through Spartan. When registering for an obstacle race, choose the Saturday or Sunday VIP Parking Add-On before completing your order. Advance purchase is highly recommended. Any remaining spaces can be purchased on-site the day of from a Snow Summit parking attendant on a first-come, first-served basis.
Purchase VIP Parking Pass
Shuttles
Park at Big Bear Mountain Resort's Sandalwood remote parking lot* and take a free shuttle ride directly to the Snow Summit base area. Shuttle operations will run from 5:30AM-6:30PM.
*If Sandalwood fills up, the Brownie Lane Lot will open as a secondary parking lot for guest and shuttle access. rich-text, responsive-table
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