The 2026 Big Cross Frozen Tundra

Event Overview

A wintertime race to remember! There are two races to choose from: the 2.5 Mile Run/Walk and the 5 Mile Run. The Big Cross Frozen Tundra race is open to all, but we especially invite past current and future members of Tri-Cities area high schools' Cross Country and Track Teams. Represent your school and even create your own teams (i.e. Bulldogs of the 2000s, etc). During registration you will even have the chance to donate to and benefit your current local high school cross country program.

Race Details

• Date and Time: January 31, 2026, starting at 9:30am
• Participants: Up to 120 participants in each race
• Check-In: Race bibs and giveaways available at approximately 9:00am
• Course: 2.5 miles on woodchip/dirt/gravel trails: 5-mile participants will complete two circuits

Teams

We encourage participants to create teams and your own unique team uniforms to add to the atmosphere of the event. This is for camaraderie and adding to the spirit of the event only. Team scores will not be tracked.

Spectators

Spectators may view the race from the designated spectator areas and/or along the course. They must however stay out of the start & finish area and avoid crossing over the race path when runners are visible on the course.

Volunteers

Volunteers are needed. If interested in helping as a volunteer for set-up, course monitoring, or at the start/finish line please contact galveza@pasco-wa.gov.

Health Precautions

All runners, spectators, and volunteers should stay home if sick.

Race Participation

This year all participants will receive race logo socks.

In-Person Registration

Available at the Recreation Services offices in Pasco City Hall, 525 N. 3rd Ave., Pasco, until 4:00pm Thursday, January 29.

More Information

For more detailed information about the race, visit the official race page: The Big Cross Frozen Tundra.