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

You can easily manage waves or heats using Eventbrite's timed entry feature. This allows you to set specific time slots with capacity limits for each, ensuring a smooth flow of participants onto the course and preventing bottlenecks at obstacles.

Can I sell team registrations or group tickets?

Yes, Eventbrite supports group tickets. You can create a specific ticket type for teams, set the number of participants per group, and offer a bundled price, making it easy for corporate teams or groups of friends to sign up together.

What's the best way to handle check-in for thousands of racers?

The Eventbrite Organizer app is designed for high-volume check-ins. Your team can scan QR codes on participants' phones or printed tickets using multiple devices to get racers to the starting line quickly and efficiently.

Can participants choose their t-shirt size during obstacles registration?

Absolutely. You can add custom questions to your order form to collect essential information like t-shirt sizes, emergency contacts, or dietary restrictions. This information is easily accessible in your event reports.

Can I sell merchandise like headbands or extra t-shirts?

Yes, you can sell merchandise directly through your event page by setting up items as 'add-ons' to any ticket type. You can also sell items on-site on race day using the Organizer app and Tap to Pay.

Is Eventbrite a good obstacles event platform for managing multiple races?

Yes, Eventbrite is an ideal platform for managing a series of races. You can easily duplicate event settings, manage all your listings from one central dashboard, and build a dedicated organizer profile page to promote all your upcoming events.

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How to Organize & Sell Tickets for an Obstacles Event

Our platform makes it easy to sell obstacles event tickets online, manage participant waves, and create a seamless race day experience. Set up your event page in minutes and start growing your participant list today.

How to host an obstacles event

Organizing an obstacle event requires careful planning, from course design to participant management. Your event platform should handle the unique complexities of race day, including staggered start times, multiple registration types, and high-volume check-ins.

Start by creating a detailed event page that showcases your course, highlights key obstacles, and clearly explains the rules. A great listing builds excitement and provides all the information potential racers need to sign up.

Next, structure your ticketing to match your event's format.

Set up heats: Use timed-entry ticketing to manage participant flow and prevent course congestion.
Offer ticket tiers: Create different ticket types for elite competitors, open waves, and corporate teams.
Create urgency: Use early-bird pricing and promo codes to drive early sign-ups and reward loyal participants.

Your command center for obstacles event ticketing

Eventbrite gives you all the tools you need to manage your race from a single, intuitive dashboard.

Flexible Registration

Easily create multiple ticket types for different heats and skill levels. Manage participant caps for each wave to ensure a safe and enjoyable race experience for everyone.

Powerful Promotion Tools

Reach new racers by integrating with Facebook and Instagram. Use our email marketing tools to keep registered participants informed with course maps and race day instructions.

Smooth Race Day Operations

Check in thousands of participants quickly with the Eventbrite Organizer app. Scan QR-code tickets on mobile devices for fast, paperless entry at the starting line.

The ultimate obstacles event platform

Tap into a global community of more than 89M monthly average users looking for their next challenge.

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Reach More Racers

Your event is automatically listed on Eventbrite, putting your race in front of a massive audience of active individuals. Our powerful discovery engine and marketing tools help you connect with fitness enthusiasts and sell out your heats faster.

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Streamline Registration and Check-in

Our system simplifies obstacles registration for both you and your participants. On race day, use the Eventbrite Organizer app to scan tickets and check in racers seamlessly, even in outdoor venues with limited connectivity.

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Manage Complex Ticketing with Ease

Create custom ticket types for competitive waves, open heats, and multi-person teams. Implement timed entry to manage start times and use our analytics to track registration numbers for each heat in real time.

Tools designed for every part of your race

From launching your event page to analyzing your results, Eventbrite has you covered. Our integrated toolset simplifies every aspect of event management.

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Customizable Event Pages

Build a professional event listing in minutes. Add course details, upload photos of your obstacles, and embed videos to attract more participants.

Targeted Marketing Tools

Promote your race with built-in email marketing and social media integrations. Launch Eventbrite Ads to reach new audiences based on their interests and location.

On-site Sales and Check-in

Use the Eventbrite Organizer app for fast QR-code scanning at entry gates. Accept credit card payments for last-minute registrations or merchandise with Tap to Pay.

Real-time Analytics

Track your ticket sales, monitor which heats are most popular, and understand where your participants are coming from with easy-to-read reports and dashboards.

[Eventbrite’s] been very helpful. We’re Eventbrite for life. It made it really easy, which is key because we’re independent. We think of Eventbrite as our ticketing hook.Scott Hachey, Beanstalk Music & Mountains Festival

We use Eventbrite for the discoverability aspect. And we’re gaining followers. I can’t think of any event that wouldn’t make sense to be using Eventbrite’s marketing tools to communicate with your consumers.Jordan St. Pierre, founder of Something Dope for the People

Eventbrite has been able to seamlessly integrate with our site and provide a good user experience for our customers…We're not worried about the [online registration] technology. We know that Eventbrite is going to remain on the leading edge of ticketing.David Arluck, CEO and founder, Fitter & Faster

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