Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run sees second-highest turnout in 15 years

Despite cold temperatures, hundreds of runners participated in the 5K race at Lucy Park.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:53pm

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A vibrant, expressionistic painting depicting the raw energy and movement of runners navigating obstacles, with splashes of neon colors and textured brushstrokes capturing the excitement of the Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run.The annual THOR obstacle course event in Wichita Falls brings out competitors of all ages, creating a lively, high-energy atmosphere of community fitness and outdoor adventure.Wichita Falls Today

Officials with Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run (THOR) are calling this past weekend's event the second-highest turnout for the run in the past 15 years. Despite cold temperatures on Saturday, hundreds of runners, including all ages from 4 to 80 years old, flocked to Lucy Park to compete in the 5K obstacle course.

Why it matters

The annual THOR event has grown significantly over the years, becoming a popular family-friendly tradition in the Wichita Falls community. The high turnout this year demonstrates the continued interest and enthusiasm for the challenging obstacle course race.

The details

The entire THOR race course is about 5 kilometers long, featuring various obstacles that runners must navigate. Among the competitors was KFDX reporter Annie Young, who finished the course in just under an hour. THOR Director Randall Barker noted that the event attracts participants of all ages, from young children to elderly runners in their 80s.

  • THOR takes place every April in Wichita Falls.
  • This year's event was held on Saturday, April 19, 2026.

The players

Randall Barker

The director of the Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run (THOR) event.

Annie Young

A reporter for KFDX who competed in and finished the THOR obstacle course race.

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What they’re saying

“This is an event that you have all ages out here, you know, you have your ages four to we had an elderly lade that was in her 80s out here doing this. You have all ages out there competing in there and getting muddy.”

— Randall Barker, THOR Director

What’s next

THOR organizers are already preparing for next year's event, which will take place in April 2027. Details about registration and event updates will be shared on the THOR Facebook page.

The takeaway

The strong turnout for this year's Texoma's Hellacious Obstacle Run demonstrates the growing popularity of the annual community event, which brings together participants of all ages to test their physical limits and embrace the muddy, challenging obstacle course.