American Birkebeiner 53k Classic Race / 50k Skate Race

Date:

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2026

Time:

8:15 AM

Where:

Cable to Hayward, WI

What:

Join the rich Northwoods tradition of North America’s largest and finest cross-country ski race, the American Birkebeiner. Since 1973, skiers have raced along the American Birkebeiner trail, becoming part of legend. Skiers who have completed 20 or more American Birkebeiners receive the prestigious Birchlegging Status. See you on the start line!

The 2026 American Birkebeiner®:

Spans 50 kilometers from Cable to Hayward for skate skiers, and 53K for classic skiers

Is North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon

Is proudly part of the Worldloppet circuit of over 20 international ski marathons

Includes skiers from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and 25 countries!