CrossFit Competition Calendar 2026
All Events, Dates & Countries

The 2026 CrossFit competition season is one of the most active in recent memory. With over 950 events already live on Compete Zone — spanning 46 countries across Europe, North America, South America, and Oceania — there has never been a better time to step on the competition floor for the first time, or to plan a full competitive season.

This guide breaks down the full 2026 calendar: the official CrossFit Games season, the independent competition circuit, and how to find events in your country and division.

The CrossFit Games Season 2026

The CrossFit Games season is the official pathway organized by CrossFit LLC. It runs from early February through August and consists of four sequential stages.

Stage 1 — The CrossFit Open (February – March)

The Open is the entry point for any athlete who wants to test themselves against the global CrossFit community. Three workouts released weekly, each scored online. Any athlete with a CrossFit.com account can register. The Open also serves as the first qualifying stage for the Games pathway — top finishers in their age and division advance to the Quarterfinals.

Stage 2 — Quarterfinals (April)

Athletes who qualify through the Open complete five online workouts at home or at their affiliate. Results determine who advances to the Semi-Finals. The Quarterfinals are split by continental region (Europe, North America, South America, Oceania, Africa, Asia).

Stage 3 — Semifinals (May – June)

Semifinals are live, in-person events hosted at major venues around the world. Europe hosts two semifinals (typically one in Central Europe, one in the UK or Iberia). North America hosts three. Each event draws 30–60 of the top individual and team athletes from that region. These are some of the highest-level CrossFit competitions you can attend as a spectator.

Stage 4 — The CrossFit Games (August, Fort Worth TX)

The pinnacle of the season. The top athletes from each Semi-Final advance to Fort Worth, Texas, for a week-long competition across unknown workouts. Masters, Teens, and Adaptive divisions also compete at the Games, with their own qualification pathways running in parallel.

The Independent Competition Circuit

Parallel to the Games season, thousands of independent competitions — called throwdowns, challenges, or qualifiers — run year-round at affiliate gyms, sports venues, and outdoor locations. These events are organized by box owners, athletic clubs, and event companies, and are open to athletes of all levels.

Unlike the Games pathway, independent competitions don't have a unified calendar. They are scattered across registration platforms (Competition Corner, ScoringFit, Circle21) and often announced with just 6–8 weeks of lead time. This is exactly the gap Compete Zone was built to fill: one place to see all of them, regardless of where they were posted.

2026 Competition Density by Region

Europe — The Most Active Independent Circuit

Europe accounts for the majority of independent CrossFit competitions worldwide. France alone has over 195 events in 2026, making it the most active national market. The UK, Germany, Belgium, Spain, and the Netherlands each host dozens of regional throwdowns from January through December, with a concentration in spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November).

• France — 195+ events
• United Kingdom — 98+ events
• Germany — 60+ events
• Spain — 55+ events
• Belgium — 40+ events

North America

The United States and Canada host a large independent circuit, but it is more fragmented than Europe — events are spread across a vast geography and use a wider variety of registration platforms. Compete Zone currently indexes 194 US events. Major hubs include Texas, California, Florida, and the Pacific Northwest.

Oceania & Rest of World

Australia has a strong and growing competition scene, particularly in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria. Events in Asia (Japan, South Korea, Singapore) and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Argentina) are growing year over year.

Competition Seasons Within the Year

While competitions run year-round, there are two peak windows to be aware of:

• Spring season (March–June): The most active period. Many events are timed to give athletes a meaningful competition after the CrossFit Open. This is when the largest independent throwdowns (French Throwdown, German Throwdown, Strength in Depth) typically take place.
• Autumn season (September–November): A second peak, particularly in Europe. Post-Games season, athletes are fresh and motivated. Conditions are ideal for outdoor events.
• Summer (July–August): Fewer independent events due to vacations and the CrossFit Games. A quieter period outside of the Games circuit.

How to Browse the 2026 Calendar on Compete Zone

Compete Zone aggregates all events from the major registration platforms in real time. You can filter by:

• Location — Use the interactive map or browse country and region pages
• Date — Filter by start date to find what's coming up in the next 30, 60, or 90 days
• Division — Individual RX, Scaled, Masters, Teams, Pairs, Foundations, Teens, Adaptive
• Sport — CrossFit or HYROX