2026 IM ABLE Games
Date: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026
Time: Races start at 8:30 AM
Location: Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, Reading Regional Airport
Event Highlights:
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NEW - 4.5-Mile and 9-Mile Run/Roll
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Longer Kaaginator Course with More Obstacles
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Sauna & Cold Plunge Recovery Zone
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New Wheelchair Division for Adaptive Athletes
🛩️ IM ABLE Games 2026
The IM ABLE Games is a one‑of‑a‑kind, inclusive fitness experience set on the tarmac at the Reading Regional Airport / Mid‑Atlantic Air Museum. Participants of all abilities come together to take on their choice of challenge, from endurance runs to obstacle racing and competitive eating, all in a high‑energy, aviation‑inspired environment.
Participants can choose their mission: walk, run, or roll distances of 2, 4.5, or 9 miles, take on the Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, push further with multi‑event challenges, or test their limits in the Hot Wing Hustle. Every event is designed to be accessible, challenging, and adaptable, with adaptive athletes fully integrated across the Games.
Stay after your event to enjoy the post-race party with music, food, and cold brews, plus optional recovery experiences including sauna and cold plunge.
Funds raised through the IM ABLE Games benefit the IM ABLE Foundation and our mission to remove obstacles that keep people with disabilities from being physically active by providing programs, resources, adaptive equipment, and support.
NON-ADAPTIVE EVENTS
KAAGINATOR
FITNESS CHALLENGE
Take on the Kaaginator Fitness Challenge - an expanded obstacle course designed to test strength, endurance, and problem‑solving from start to finish. This year’s course features even more physical and mental challenges, including functional fitness stations like rowing, sled pulls, carries, and more.
4.5-MILE OR
9-MILE RUN
Start on the airfield and push out onto the surrounding roads in this 4.5‑mile course.Â
The 9-mile course doubles the challenge with two laps of the 4.5-mile route.
TRIFECTA - FULL OR HALF
Half Trifecta
4.5‑Mile Run + Kaaginator Fitness Challenge + Hot Wing Hustle
Start on the airfield, head out onto the surrounding roads for the 4.5‑mile run, take on the Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, then finish with the Hot Wing Hustle.
Full Trifecta
9‑Mile Run + Kaaginator Fitness Challenge + Hot Wing Hustle
Begin on the airfield and push out onto the surrounding roads for the full 9 miles, then take on the Kaaginator Fitness Challenge before finishing with the Hot Wing Hustle.
*Athletes must complete the 9‑mile run within 1 hour 20 minutes (12‑minute mile pace) in order to continue to the Kaaginator.
ADAPTIVE EVENTS
ADAPTIVE KAAGINATOR FITNESS CHALLENGE
The Adaptive Kaaginator Fitness Challenge is designed to test your strength, endurance, problem-solving skills, and determination. With a longer course and even more obstacles this year, you’ll be challenged from start to finish while having a blast in a supportive, inclusive environment!
New this year: a dedicated wheelchair division!
Athletes with physical or intellectual disabilities will take on the same course and challenges as the non-adaptive course, with trained volunteers and adaptive options available at every obstacle.
ADAPTIVE RUN/ROLL -
4.5-MILE OR 9-MILEÂ
Start on the airfield and move out onto the surrounding roads for a 4.5‑mile course designed to be fully accessible. Athletes may run, walk, or roll using the method that works best for them.
Adaptive support is available throughout the course, and new this year, a dedicated wheelchair division provides additional competition structure and support for athletes using wheelchairs.
The 9-mile course doubles the challenge with two laps of the 4.5-mile route.
ADAPTIVE TRIFECTA -
HALF OR FULL
Adaptive Half Trifecta
Adaptive 4.5‑Mile Run/Roll + Adaptive Kaaginator Fitness Challenge + Hot Wing Hustle
Take on the Adaptive 4.5‑mile run/roll, move through the Adaptive Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, and finish with the Hot Wing Hustle. Each stage challenges endurance, strength, and adaptability, while allowing you to complete it in the way that works best for you.
Adaptive options, modifications, equipment, and trained support volunteers are available throughout.
New this year, a dedicated wheelchair division provides additional support and competition structure for athletes using wheelchairs.
Adaptive Full Trifecta
Adaptive 9‑Mile Run/Roll + Adaptive Kaaginator Fitness Challenge + Hot Wing Hustle
The Adaptive Full Trifecta combines the Adaptive 9‑mile run/roll, the Adaptive Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, and the Hot Wing Hustle into one demanding, multi‑event experience.
Adaptive support, course modifications, and a dedicated wheelchair division are available throughout to ensure a safe, inclusive, and athlete‑led experience.
*To stay on schedule and allow time to safely complete all events, athletes must complete the 9‑mile run within 1 hour 20 minutes (12‑minute mile pace) in order to continue to the Kaaginator.
MORE EVENTS
KLINGERS HOT WING HUSTLE
Think you’ve got what it takes? The Hot Wing Hustle pits competitors against the clock in a no‑nonsense wing‑eating competition for time.
It’s messy, delicious, and ridiculously fun. Enter on its own or as part of the Trifecta.
Thank you to Klingers at the Airport for their support of the Hot Wing Hustle!
2-MILE FUN RUN / WALK / ROLL
The 2‑Mile Fun Run / Walk / Roll is a welcoming, accessible option for participants of all ages and abilities. This untimed experience allows athletes, families, and supporters to move at their own pace along a clearly marked course on and around the airfield.
Walking, running, rolling, and mobility devices are all welcome.
SAUNA & COLD PLUNGE RECOVERY ZONE
After competing, athletes may access the Sauna & Cold Plunge Zone. This experience is optional with a suggested $10 donation to support IM ABLE programs. First come, first serve.
Spectators are also encouraged to experience the sauna and cold plunge before athletes finish races. Athletes will receive priority.
