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Welcoming The World To Tallahassee, Florida

Save the Date: January 10, 2026

Tallahassee, Florida | Apalachee Regional Park

On January 10, 2026, the World Athletics Cross Country Championships return to U.S. soil for the first time in over 30 years—landing at Apalachee Regional Park, the crown jewel of Leon County and one of the top cross country courses in the nation.

Recognized as the pinnacle event for cross country and long-distance runners, this global competition brings together the world’s fastest athletes for a celebration of grit, endurance, and international unity—all set against the rolling hills and natural beauty of Florida’s Capital City.

🎟️ Tickets are now on sale! Begin planning your trip today with curated itineraries to explore the best of Tallahassee before and after race day.





World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 Course Preview

Take a first look at the world-class course that will host the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26. From rolling hills and wide grass straights to signature red clay paths weaving through scenic pines, this preview showcases why Leon County’s Apalachee Regional Park is considered one of the premier cross country venues in the United States.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, fan, or local supporter, this video gives you an inside view of the terrain, key features, and unforgettable atmosphere awaiting competitors from around the globe.

For the full 360° immersive experience, watch directly on YouTube in 4K. 

There are two exciting ways to be part of the action:

Spectator Tickets: Experience the thrill of five championship races as the world’s best athletes compete for gold, silver and bronze medals, prize money, and global bragging rights.

Worlds Fun Run: Florida Edition: Lace up your running shoes and take on the same course as the championship athletes! Choose from one of four community fun runs and enjoy the unique opportunity to test your skills on the same challenging terrain. Your Fun Run registration also serves as your spectator entry into the park (valid for participant only).

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Congratulations to the CHAMPIONS of the 2026 World Cross Country Championships! 🏅

#WXCTALLAHASSEE26

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Congratulations to the CHAMPIONS of the 2026 World Cross Country Championships! 🏅 #WXCTALLAHASSEE26

Just a glimpse of the high-speed excitement taking over #wxctallahassee26 🤩

Don’t blink - there’s more coming soon!

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If you didn’t get the chance to purchase a spectator ticket or register for the Fun Run online, don’t worry, you still can!
Head over to Apalachee Regional Park and grab a spectator ticket before heading to the Packet Pick Up tent to register for the Fun Run.🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

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If you didn’t get the chance to purchase a spectator ticket or register for the Fun Run online, don’t worry, you still can! Head over to Apalachee Regional Park and grab a spectator ticket before heading to the Packet Pick Up tent to register for the Fun Run.🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Graham Blanks knows what’s coming: a world-class field, and a stage unlike any other.

Tomorrow, Tallahassee becomes the center of the cross country world.

Witness Graham and the rest of the world compete. There’s STILL TIME to get tickets at the link in our bio (wxctallahassee26.com) We’ll see you there!

#WXCTALLAHASSEE26

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Graham Blanks knows what’s coming: a world-class field, and a stage unlike any other. Tomorrow, Tallahassee becomes the center of the cross country world. Witness Graham and the rest of the world compete. There’s STILL TIME to get tickets at the link in our bio (wxctallahassee26.com) We’ll see you there! #WXCTALLAHASSEE26

Everything is worth capturing at our event!!! 📹
You don’t want to miss it!

#wxctallahassee26

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Everything is worth capturing at our event!!! 📹 You don’t want to miss it! #wxctallahassee26

Visiting Tallahassee for race day? We’ve created itineraries designed to fit seamlessly around competition schedules—perfect for rest days, afternoons, and post-race exploring. Discover what to do beyond the course at the link in our bio. ⏱️

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Visiting Tallahassee for race day? We’ve created itineraries designed to fit seamlessly around competition schedules—perfect for rest days, afternoons, and post-race exploring. Discover what to do beyond the course at the link in our bio. ⏱️

You don’t want to be wrong…
Run to get your tickets through the link in our bio.

#wxctallahassee26

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Tomorrow, the world’s best take the course. 🏁

Agnes Jebet Ngetich, a World Cross Country Championship gold medalist known for fearless front-running, is just one of the champions you’ll see pushing the pace.
There’s still time to get your ticket—don’t miss it.

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Tomorrow, the world’s best take the course. 🏁 Agnes Jebet Ngetich, a World Cross Country Championship gold medalist known for fearless front-running, is just one of the champions you’ll see pushing the pace. There’s still time to get your ticket—don’t miss it. wxctallahassee26.com

Extending your stay beyond race day?

Tallahassee is full of natural beauty and outdoor experiences worth exploring before you arrive -- and yes, we even have manatees! We’ve rounded up a few local favorites to get you started—read more at the link in our bio. 🌎🌲

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Extending your stay beyond race day? Tallahassee is full of natural beauty and outdoor experiences worth exploring before you arrive -- and yes, we even have manatees! We’ve rounded up a few local favorites to get you started—read more at the link in our bio. 🌎🌲
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