How can I manage different start times or waves for my obstacle course?

Eventbrite allows you to create multiple ticket types, each corresponding to a specific start time or wave. You can set capacity limits for each wave to control the flow of participants on the course and ensure a great experience for everyone.

Can I sell group or team tickets for my mud run?

Yes, our platform supports group and team registrations. You can easily set up ticket types that allow a single person to register an entire team, making it simple for corporate groups, gyms, or friends to sign up together.

What's the best way to check in hundreds of participants quickly on race day?

The Eventbrite Organizer app is your solution for fast check-ins. Simply scan the QR codes on participants' digital or printed tickets using your mobile device to get them through the gate and to the starting line without delay.

How can I promote my tough mudder style event to the right audience?

Use our integrated marketing tools to reach your target audience. You can send email campaigns to past participants, run targeted ads on social media through Eventbrite Ads, and leverage our marketplace to get discovered by active people.

Can I offer early-bird discounts or special promo codes?

Absolutely. You can create various discount and access codes within Eventbrite. Set up early-bird pricing that automatically expires, or provide unique promo codes to sponsors, partners, and running clubs to boost ticket sales.

Is it possible to sell merchandise or add-ons with my tickets?

Yes. While creating your event, you can add merchandise or other add-ons like premium parking or post-race meals. On race day, you can sell items on-site and accept credit card payments using the Eventbrite Organizer app with Tap to Pay.

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How to Organize & Sell Tickets for an Obstacle Course or Mud Run

Easily sell obstacle course event tickets and manage participant registrations with our powerful tools. From timed-entry waves to seamless check-in, our platform is built to handle the unique demands of your mud run or challenge.

How to organize a successful obstacle course race

Organizing a successful obstacle course or mud run requires careful planning and a robust management system. Your event is more than just a race; it's a memorable experience that tests endurance and spirit. From course design to post-race celebration, every detail counts.

Eventbrite is the obstacle race platform designed to handle the complexities of your event. We streamline the process so you can focus on creating an unforgettable challenge for your participants.

Key steps for a successful race:

Design a challenging and safe course: Plan your obstacles, route, and support stations. Ensure you have clear signage and staff to guide and assist racers throughout the event.
Structure your ticketing: Create different ticket types for various participant needs. Offer early-bird pricing to encourage early sign-ups, and set up timed waves to manage the flow of racers on the course. Consider special pricing for team and corporate entries.
Promote your event: Reach out to local gyms, running clubs, and fitness communities. Use social media and email marketing to build excitement and drive sales for your mud run tickets.
Plan for race day: A smooth check-in process is crucial. Prepare for on-site registrations, merchandise sales, and have a clear communication plan for your staff and volunteers for a seamless event.

Your command center for obstacle course success

Eventbrite provides the essential tools to manage your race from the starting line to the finish.

Flexible Race Setup

Create your event page in minutes. Set up timed-entry waves, team registrations, and special early-bird or VIP tickets to manage participant flow.

Reach More Racers

Tap into our audience and use our email and social media marketing tools to promote your event. Sell more mud run tickets by reaching the right fitness enthusiasts.

Streamlined Race Day

Use the Eventbrite Organizer app for fast, reliable check-in with QR code scanning. Sell merchandise and last-minute entries on-site with Tap to Pay.

Why Eventbrite is the ultimate obstacle race platform

With our tools, creators sell 67% more tickets.

Racers at the starting line of an obstacle course challenge.

Find Your Next Challenger

Get your event in front of a global community of more than 89M monthly average users looking for their next challenge. Our marketplace discovery helps you connect with new athletes and adventurers ready to take on your course.

Aerial view of a complex mud run and obstacle course.

Effortless Check-in & Entry

Ditch the paper lists and long lines. Scan QR-code tickets directly from racers' phones with the Eventbrite Organizer app for fast, efficient entry, keeping your start waves on schedule.

The finish line and festival area of a tough mudder style event.

Custom Ticketing for Any Course

From competitive elite waves to 'just for fun' heats and corporate team packages, create all the ticket types you need. Offer promo codes to partner gyms or running clubs to drive group sales for your tough mudder style event.

Everything you need to manage your mud run

From promoting your first heat to analyzing your final results, our integrated tools support you at every stage of your event.

Racers tackling a water obstacle during a challenging mud run.

Multi-Tiered Ticketing

Easily set up early-bird pricing, VIP packages, and group registrations for teams. Manage capacity for each starting wave to ensure a smooth race experience.

Built-in Marketing Tools

Launch email campaigns and integrate with Facebook and Instagram to promote your event. Use Eventbrite Ads to target potential racers in your area.

Race Day Operations

Use the Eventbrite Organizer app for mobile check-in and on-site sales. Accept secure payments for last-minute registrations or merchandise with Tap to Pay.

Sales and Attendee Insights

Track ticket sales in real time with clear analytics. Understand where your racers are coming from to refine your marketing for the next event.

It’s amazing. I've used many other email distribution platforms, and would pay up to $1,500 a month, with only a small fraction of deliverability and open rates that I get with Eventbrite.Matt O., Founder & CEO, ORLOVE

Eventbrite checked off a lot of boxes. Not just for us but for our community.Ashley Louise, Founder of Ladies Get Paid

It’s the best marketing tool that we have. It’s 100 percent responsible for our uptick in business.Matt Orlove, ORLOVE

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Ready to launch your next obstacle course or mud run?

Create your event page and start selling tickets today. Join the thousands of sports organizers who trust Eventbrite to power their races.