2026 USATF Club Cross Country & National Championships

2026 USATF Club Cross Country & National Championships will take place on December 12, 2026, at Silver Creek Metro Park in Norton, OH.

As the culminating event for distance running clubs across the United States, the championships will have an estimated economic impact of $1.5 million as nearly 2,000 of the nation’s top athletes, coaches and supporters will descend to the Cleveland/Akron area.

The 2026 program marks the first time the national championships, club championships and Under 20 (U20) championships have been held in the same event, allowing for more athlete and fan participation across age groups and competitive categories.

2026 Championship Schedule includes:

• U20 Women: 6K
• U20 Men: 8K
• Open Women: 6K
• Open Men: 10K
• Masters Women: 6K
• Masters Men (60+): 8K
• Masters Men (40-59): 10K

Registration is expected to open on June 1, 2026. More details to follow, including schedule, hotel and prize money.

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