Celebrate the athletes, champions, and community behind the 2026 XTERRA World Championship during two evenings of awards, local food, live music, and shared race-week memories at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

Full-distance athletes will be recognized Saturday evening, followed by the XTERRA After Party with music and dancing. On Sunday, Youth World Championship athletes take the podium during the Youth Awards and Closing Ceremony.

Sunday’s Closing Ceremony is open to the community. A dinner ticket is required to attend. Tickets will be available for purchase at the XTERRA Expo, and community members interested in attending are encouraged to stop by the Expo and purchase their tickets in advance.

Saturday, October 10

7:00–10:00 PM: Full Distance Athlete Awards Ceremony

10:00 PM: XTERRA After Party

Sunday, October 11

6:00 PM: Youth Awards and Closing Ceremony — community welcome; dinner ticket required

Join athletes, families, visitors, and the Ruidoso community as XTERRA World Championship week comes to a close and the 30th anniversary celebration concludes in Ruidoso.

Check the official event website for the latest information at: https://www.xterraplanet.com/activity/xterra-ruidoso-awards-ceremony-after-party