2027 Spartan US Season Pass & Ultra Season Pass Guide

In This Article

• Overview & Comparison
• Types of Season Passes
• Pass Benefits Breakdown
• How to Register Using Your Pass
• Event Eligibility & Specific Rules
• Terms, Exclusions, & Policies

Overview & Comparison

Spartan offers two pass options for 2027: the Spartan US Season Pass (focused on standard US OCR events) and the Spartan Ultra Season Pass (covering US & Canada OCR, Endurance, and Trail events).

Feature / Benefit	Spartan US Season Pass	Spartan Ultra Season Pass
Event Access	45+ US OCR Event Weekends	50+ US & Canada Event Weekends
Standard OCR Distances  (Stadion, Sprint, Super, Beast)	Included	Included
Endurance Distances  (Ultra, 4-Hour Hurricane Heat)	Not Included	Included
Trail Events	Not Included	Included  (OCR Weekend Trail events only)
Heat Eligibility	All Heats: Elite, Age Group, Early Morning, Open	All Heats: Elite, Age Group, Early Morning, Open
Multi-Lap Discount	Included	Included
Spectator Pass  (Pass purchased before Dec 31, 2026)	1 Free per registered event	1 Free per registered event
Open Sprint Buddy Passes  (Pass purchased before Dec 31, 2026)	3 Passes  (code for $60 fixed price Sprint or Stadion)	3 Passes  (code for $60 fixed price Sprint or Stadion)
Free Digital Race Photos  (Pass purchased before Dec 31, 2026)	Included (US Events)	Included (US & Canada Events)

Types of Season Passes

1. Spartan US Season Pass

• Coverage: Access to 45+ US OCR event weekends in 2027.
• Distances Included: Standard OCR distances (Stadion, Sprint, Super, and Beast).
• Heats Included: Elite, Age Group, Early Morning, and Open heats.

2. Spartan Ultra Season Pass

• Coverage: Access to 50+ US & Canada OCR, Endurance, and Trail event weekends in 2027.
• Distances Included:
  • Standard OCR: Stadion, Sprint, Super, Beast, and Ultra.
  • Endurance: 4-Hour Hurricane Heats.
  • Trail: Trail events held during standard OCR weekends.
• Heats Included: Elite, Age Group, Early Morning, and Open heats.

Pass Benefits Breakdown

Standard Pass Holder Benefits

• 100% Waived Race Entry: Waives the base registration fee for eligible events.
• Multi-Lap Discounts: Available to pass holders wanting to run multiple laps.
  • How to claim: Must be claimed on-site only at the Customer Service Tent (subject to space availability).

⚠️ Early Bird Requirement: The following benefits are only included with 2027 Season Passes and Ultra Season Passes purchased before December 31, 2026.

• Free Spectator Pass:
  • Details: 1 free spectator pass per event you have registered for with your pass.
  • How to claim: Claim on race day at Spectator Check-in under the pass holder's name. You cannot pre-register spectators prior to race day.
• Open Sprint Buddy Passes (3):
  • Details: Valid for three 2027 US Sprint or Stadion entries in Open Heats at $60 each.
  • Expiration: Codes expire on December 31, 2027.
  • How to claim: Unique codes are emailed to pass holders. Buddies enter the code in the promo code box during checkout.
• Free Digital Race Photos ($29 Value per Event):
  • Details: Pass holders receive digital photo packages without watermarks for every registered event.
  • Coverage: Valid for US events (US Season Pass) or US & Canada events (Ultra Season Pass).
  • Limit: One photo package per pass holder, per event. Photos cannot be transferred to other events or racers.
  • How to claim: Photos are automatically uploaded to the pass holder's Spartan Account within 72 hours after the event. An email notification will be sent when photos are ready.

How to Register Using Your Pass

1. Locate Event: Go to the Spartan website and choose your event.
2. Start Registration: Click Register at the top of the event page.
3. Log In: Log into your Spartan Account using the exact same email address used to purchase your pass.
4. Select Heat & Apply Discount: Choose your preferred start time. The base registration fee will automatically discount to 100% off (excluding required racer add-on fees, taxes, and admin fees).

🛑 Note: If you do not see the race entry fee discounted to $0, do not complete checkout. 
Contact Customer Support for assistance first.

Event Eligibility & Specific Rules

Can I share my pass with a friend?

• No. Passes are non-transferable and strictly tied to the designated account holder.

🚨 Misuse Policy: Spartan enforces a zero-tolerance policy. If your pass is used to register another person, their registration will be canceled, and your pass will be revoked without refund.

Can I use my pass for Trail events?

• US Season Pass: No. Trail events are not included.
• Ultra Season Pass: Yes. Included for US & Canada Trail events held during standard OCR weekends.
  • Exclusion: Standalone Trail events (events held outside of standard OCR weekends) are not included.

Can I use my pass for Hurricane Heats?

• US Season Pass: No. Hurricane Heats are not included.
• Ultra Season Pass: Yes. Valid for US & Canada 4-Hour Hurricane Heats only.
  • Exclusion: Not valid for 12-Hour or 24-Hour Hurricane Heats.

Terms, Exclusions, & Policies

Mandatory Fees & Limits

• Add-on & Processing Fees: Passes cover the base registration fee only. Pass holders are responsible for paying any required mandatory processing fees, admin fees, taxes, and add-on fees at checkout.
• Sold-Out Heats: A pass does not guarantee entry into sold-out heats. Early registration is strongly recommended.
• Frequency Limits: Valid for one entry per day, per event distance.

What is NOT Included?

• Kids Events: Season Passes cannot be applied to Kids races.
• Select Events: Charity races or partner-hosted events are excluded. 
• Excluded Disciplines: Agoge, 12HR/24HR Hurricane Heats, Standalone Trail events, DEKA events, international races, or third-party events.
• Travel & Extras: Parking, merchandise, travel expenses, and spectator passes (unless your pass was purchased during the Early Bird window) are not covered.
• Upgrades: Registrations purchased with a pass cannot be upgraded to excluded event types.

Cancellation, Holds, & Transfers

• Refund Policy: All passes and registration fees are 100% non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Forfeiture: If you register for an event using your pass and cannot attend, paid add-on fees are forfeited.
• Medical / Hold Policy: Passes cannot be put on hold for any reason (including injury, medical issues, or relocation). Military orders will be considered for exception - please contact customer service.
• Prior Purchases: Past or active race registrations cannot be retroactively credited toward the purchase of a Season Pass.
• Pass Expiration: 2027 Season Passes are valid exclusively for events taking place in 2027 and expire on December 31, 2027.

Spartan reserves the right to update, modify, or change pass benefits, event schedules, and event access at any time without compensation.