ZooTown Challenge Obstacle Course Race by VRTX Fitness @Washington-Grizzly Stadium, Missoula MT

About the Event

The ZOOTOWN CHALLENGE OBSTACLE COURSE RACES @ WASHINGTON-GRIZZLY STADIUM features SEVEN different race categories. Everyone can race and challenge themselves, from Expert, Novice, STRONG, Kids and All Ability races, pick one and start training. The ZooTown Challenge takes place on September 26, 2026 in beautiful Missoula, Montana, at the iconic Washington Grizzly Stadium. You will feel the crowd roar!

ZooTown Challenge 5k - 20 Obstacles
Griz Double 10k - 35 Obstacles
ZooTown STRONG NO M TRAIL: Fast and STRONG
ZooTown 3k
Kids Race
All Abilities Race

The ZooTown Challenge is for individuals wanting a challenge as well as the novice racer. YOU WILL FINISH - How fast is up to you. The combination of challenging obstacles and skill obstacles sets the stage for the ZooTown Challenge to be an EPIC RACE in Missoula, Montana.

Want to run as a team? Go to the TEAMS tab. Your final finish time will be the combined time of all four racers.

SPECTATORS WELCOME - Food trucks will be open for racers and spectators to enjoy the race at the North End Zone.

The race course encompasses Washington-Grizzly Stadium, U of M Campus and some surprises.

DETAILS on the ZooTown Challenge Website and Instagram @zootownchallenge

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Want to check out the race close up and encourage racers? Go to zootownchallenge.com and go to the volunteer tab to sign up. All Volunteers receive food vouchers on race day and free entry to next year's ZooTown Challenge race.

ZOOTOWN CHALLENGE RACE PROCEEDS DONATED TO OPPORTUNITY RESOURCES INC.*

*Opportunity Resources Inc. is a Missoula-based organization that focuses on providing people with disabilities opportunities to engage in meaningful employment, artistic and creative projects, stable housing, and community involvement.

Races Offered

All Abilities - For athletes with physical or intellectual limitation or disability

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — All Abilities - For athletes with physical or intellectual limitation or disability

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10:00

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$0.00

Expert - BRING IT ON! 5k

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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10:00

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$49.00

Novice - Ready for the CHALLENGE 5k

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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10:00

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$49.00

The Griz Double 10k

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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10:00

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$59.00

ZooTown 3k - No M Trail

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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10:00

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$39.00

TEAMS

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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11:00

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$180.00

ZooTown STRONG

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 2K

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12:00

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$59.00

Kids Race 5 -12 Years

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — Kids Race 5 -12 Years

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13:00

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$19.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Missoula.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 9.6° / 25.1°

wb_sunny 8.0° / 22.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 5.0 /

water_drop 56.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 9.6° / 25.1°

wb_sunny 8.0° / 22.9°

air 5.0 km/h

water_drop 56.3%

About Missoula

Learn more about the host city, Missoula.

Missoula is a medium size city in Western Montana with a population of about 73,000 (2020). The hub of five valleys in the northwest region of the state, or Glacier Country, the town boasts the University of Montana, the Rattlesnake Wilderness Area, and a multitude of recreational opportunities, along with an active and colorful downtown.