Nirca Cross Country Open 6K
Updated
Saturday, November 7, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Shelbyville (Blue River Country Course). Distances: 6K.
Course and race notes
The NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K is an annual race that precedes the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association National Championships.
Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, IN will host this year's race. Blue River is sure to provide a memorable racing experience.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 7
2026 · today
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
6K
Price
See the registration page
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Nov 5, 2026
Opened Dec 1, 2025
Race day in Shelbyville
Weather
High 53°F
Sunny, wind 3 to 7 mph.
National Weather Service forecast, issued Nov 7, 5:45 AM EST. Latest forecast
Daylight
7:17 AM – 5:36 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 6
Where to stay
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