2026 Ultramarathon Schedule: Key Races for Endurance Athletes
The 2026 ultramarathon season is shaping up to be a challenging and exciting year for trail and endurance runners. From grueling 300-mile desert races to iconic 100-mile mountain challenges, here’s a glance at some of the key events on the calendar.
Featured Races
Arizona Monster 300
The Arizona Monster 300, a 304-mile point-to-point ultramarathon, will take place from March 27 to April 3, 2026, traversing Southern Arizona’s Sonoran Desert. The race features over 41,000 feet of elevation gain and 42,463 feet of elevation loss. Registration is currently closed, with no lottery system in place.
Cocodona 250
Scheduled for May 4, 2026, the Cocodona 250-mile race in Arizona will test runners’ endurance across diverse terrain.
Montane Summer Spine 268
Taking place in the UK on June 14, 2026, the Montane Summer Spine 268 is a 268-mile ultramarathon known for its challenging conditions.
Crazy Mountain 100
The Crazy Mountain 100-miler in Montana is set for July 24, 2026, offering a test of endurance in the Montana mountains.
Leadville Trail 100
The iconic Leadville Trail 100-miler in Colorado will be held on August 22, 2026. The race has a rich history and attracts top ultramarathoners.
UTMB
The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB), a 170km race through France, Italy, and Switzerland, is scheduled for August 28, 2026.
Moab 240
The Moab 240-miler in Utah will take place on October 9, 2026, challenging runners with its rugged desert terrain.
NYC Marathon
The New York City Marathon is scheduled for November 1, 2026.
Great World Race
The Great World Race will be held on November 12, 2026.
Other Notable Races
Several other races are planned throughout the year, including an unnamed secret race on May 14, 2026, and the Dragonback race on September 7, 2026, which has unfortunately been canceled.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 ultramarathon season promises a diverse range of challenges for runners of all levels. With races spanning multiple continents and varying distances, there’s an event to suit every endurance athlete’s ambition.
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