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NUC: Cross Country 2026

August 22 - 23

NUC: Cross Country 2026

Military Drive, Newington, 3350, Ballarat, Victoria

In 2026, Cross Country will be held in conjunction with the 2026 Australian Cross Country Championships on the 22 – 23 August 2026 and will be contested in both men’s and women’s events, with multi-class events also included in the competition program.

Details & Overview

Contested Competitions

Open Men & Women (10km)

U20 Men (8km)

U20 Women (6km)

Multi Class Open Men & Women (3km)

Multi Class U20 Men & Women (3km)

Dates

Saturday 23 August

Sunday 24 August

Mixed Team Relay

A Mixed Team Relay will also be contested at the Nationals Cross Country Championship. The relay will consist of 2 men and 2 women each running one loop of the course. The order is Male, Female, Male, Female. Athletes will only be able to compete in one team.

Victoria Park

Military Drive, Newington, 3350, Ballarat, Victoria

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