World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee

Event overview

The World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 takes place on January 10, 2026, at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, Florida (7550 Apalachee Pkwy). The program includes five championship cross-country races where athletes compete for medals and prize money. Spectator tickets are required for people ages 13 and older; children 12 and under require a ticket but are free. Fun Run participants receive free spectator entry for the participant.

Participation and distances

The event offers community runs and a kids race that use the same course as the championship races. Race options listed in the event information include:

• 2 km WA Kids' Athletics (ages 12 and under; free)
• 2 km Worlds Fun Run: Florida Edition (open to anyone)
• 4 km Worlds Fun Run: Florida Edition (open to anyone)
• 4 km Worlds Fun Run: Florida Edition 4K - High School (for ages 13-18; team registration available)

Every participant in the fun runs and the WA Kids' race receives a replica medal at the finish. Registration fees are shown with processing fees and taxes included; some events list different prices for registration periods and a team registration option for the high school 4K. Contact details and the official event website are provided in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.