The Obstacle Sports Expo is thrilled to bring the largest multi-event Ninja competition in the world to Harrisburg, PA this summer! Filling the 172,000 square-foot GIANT Expo Hall at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex from July 11-16, 2026, the Obstacle Sports Expo will feature a Ninja World Cup, the FINA World Championship, and the UNAA World Championship. More than 2,000 athletes from 41 states and 21 countries are expected to test their skills against a variety of obstacles, courses, and each other.

“Hosting the Obstacle Sports Expo is an exciting opportunity to spotlight on a global stage both an emerging sport and everything our region has to offer,” said Gregg Cook, Executive Director of the Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Events Authority. “The economic impact will be felt throughout our community, while visitors from around the world get to experience our incredible attractions and hospitality.”

The Ninja World Cup, hosted by USA Ninja, will be a dual lane, 100m long head-to-head racing course. USA Ninja is the National Governing Body for Ninja in the US and is dedicated to supporting this sport as it grows alongside our athletes. Fans of the show “American Ninja Warrior” will love not only the impressive size and footprint of this professional course, but the excitement of watching some of the world’s best athletes race each other to the buzzer! Dates for the World Cup are July 13-16, 2026.

The FINA World Championship will feature three distinct championship events, each with its own courses, obstacles, and objectives. Athletes will have the opportunity to compete individually in Speed and Endurance events, and then race each other on the FINA Ninja vs. Ninja course.

Featuring a round robin schedule, there is always something exciting to watch at the FINA World Championship! Dates for the FINA World Championship are July 11-13, 2026.

The UNAA World Championship will offer athletes the chance to try their skills twice on the course, and then have the top athletes return for a championship run! Known for its end-of-course rope climb, UNAA brings athletes from all over the world together to crown a World Champion. UNAA Finals will also feature a 3K OCR race as well as a team Ninja event (WNAG team championship). Dates for the

UNAA Finals are July 14-16, 2026. Spectator tickets will be available for pre-sale or at the door, and will include admission for all events running on that date. Several volunteer opportunities will be available for those interested in getting a closer look at the exciting world of ninja obstacle sport. If you have questions, or are interested in learning more about the Obstacle Sports Expo or how to volunteer, please contact one of the emails listed below.

unaa@ultimateninja.net

communications@usaninjas.org

info@fina.ninja