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The Ultimate 2026 CrossFit Masters Competition Calendar: Dates, Qualifiers & Championships

2026 CrossFit Masters Roadmap

The complete guide to every major qualifier and championship.

The 2026 season is a global journey. From the French Throwdown to the Masters Fitness Championship and the Legends Championship, here is your roadmap for the year.

JAN 15-31
January Qualifiers Qualifier Window

LatAM Masters & Magic City: The essential online windows to secure your spots for the rest of the 2026 season.

FEB 26 - MAR 16
CROSSFIT OPEN Major

Worldwide Online: Registration opens Jan 15. The mandatory first step for the CrossFit Masters Games pathway.

APR 24-26
Legends Semi-Final Semi-Final

Del Mar, CA: Direct pathway to the Games for the US West region.

MAY 1-3
Magic City Games Semi-Final

Birmingham, AL: One of the premier US East Semi-Final destinations.

MAY 15-17
French Throwdown Semi-Final

Paris, France: The major hub for European qualification.

MAY (TBD)
Masters Fitness Championship Qualifier

Online: Qualification window for the prestigious Fort Wayne live finals in October.

JUN 12-14
LATAM Semi-Final Semi-Final

Colombia, SA: Live finals for the South American Masters region.

JUL 18-19
Magic City Community Live Event

Birmingham, AL: A massive celebration for the broader Masters community.

JUL 21-23
CF MASTERS GAMES The Finale

California: The absolute peak of the season. Fittest on Earth (Masters).

OCT (TBD)
Fittest of the Coast Qualifier

Online: Qualification window for the February 2027 live event.

OCT (TBD)
Masters Fitness Championship Live Event

Fort Wayne, IN: A world-class championship experience purely for the Masters community.

DECEMBER
Legends Championship Live Event

Phoenix, AZ: The ultimate season closer and largest community event of the year.

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