Seven races attracting over 7,500 runners are spotlighted at the national level of this historic event series
Arlington, VA – The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is proud to unveil the 2026 RRCA National Championship Event Series, celebrating one of the longest-standing traditions in American distance running. Since its inception in 1958, the RRCA Championship Event Series has highlighted top-tier, community-focused races, while recognizing outstanding athletes across the Open, 40+, 50+, and 60+ age groups.
With over 220 state, regional, and national-level races held in 2025, the RRCA Series continues to grow, engaging more than 230,000 runners nationwide. For 2026, the RRCA National Championship series will feature seven premier events, each expected to draw a combined 7,500+ participants. These races not only celebrate the sport but also spotlight the outstanding performances of runners across the country.
The RRCA Championship Event Series is proudly supported by sponsors including Gatorade, the Official Fluid Replacement Drink, and Ashworth Awards, the Official Award Provider.
To learn more about the series, visit RRCA Championships and follow RRCA on Facebook and Instagram (@RRCAnational) to stay updated on the series and celebrate the achievements of runners and event hosts.
Congratulations to the 2026 RRCA National Championship Events:
- May 2, 2026 – Ultra Championship – Greenland Trail 50K – Parker, CO https://www.coloradorunnerevents.com/greenland
- May 31, 2026 – Half Marathon Championship – Dexter to Ann Arbor Half Marathon – Ann Arbor, MI https://dxa2.com/June
- June 27, 2026 – 1 Mile Championship – The Macklind Mile – St. Louis, MO https://macklindmile.com/
- July 18, 2026 – 5K Championship – Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K – Winston-Salem, NC https://www.bth5k.org/
- September 20, 2026 – 10 Mile Championship – LMCU Bridge Run 10 Mile – Grand Rapids, MI https://www.thebridgerun.com/
- September 27, 2026 – Marathon Championship – TBK Quad Cities Marathon – Moline, IL https://www.qcmarathon.org/
- November 7, 2026 – 10K Championship – Lake to Lake 10K – Lakeland, FL https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Lakeland/LaketoLake10k