XTERRA Costa Rica 2026 is already 74 percent sold, leaving only 26 percent of available spots for athletes who are still thinking about joining this year’s event in Las Catalinas.
The announcement, shared by XTERRA Costa Rica this past week, is a clear sign of the excitement building around the 2026 edition. For anyone considering participating, now is the time to register, plan the weekend, and secure a place before the remaining spots are gone.
This year’s event is especially meaningful, as Las Catalinas will host the XTERRA Americas Trail Run Championship. The full and half marathon distances will be part of this continental championship, giving runners the opportunity to compete on a larger stage and qualify for the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship.
Another historic detail makes this edition stand out even more. XTERRA Costa Rica 2026 will feature the largest prize purse in the history of trail running in Costa Rica, bringing an added level of energy and recognition to the weekend.
In past editions, athletes have left Las Catalinas not only satisfied with the quality of the event, but also impressed by the setting itself. The trails offer exceptional views, with routes that move through hills, coastline, and nature in a way many participants have described as unique among XTERRA venues. But what makes the experience even more special is the rare combination that Las Catalinas offers during race weekend.
Athletes can stay close to the starting lines, walk to restaurants, spend time in plazas, enjoy the beach, and move through Town without needing to organize the entire weekend around transportation. For families, kids, friends, and supporters, this turns XTERRA into more than a competition. It becomes a lively weekend in Town, with plenty to enjoy while cheering on the athletes.
With only a limited number of spots left, we invite everyone who wants to be part of XTERRA Costa Rica 2026 to register here. Whether you are racing, supporting someone who is, or planning a full weekend around the event, this is one of those moments when Las Catalinas fills with a special kind of energy: full of movement, community, and outdoor adventure. We hope you get to experience it for yourself.