🔥 Trending USATF Outdoor Championships 2026: Schedule and How to Watch

The 2026 Toyota USATF Outdoor and Para National Championships are scheduled to take place from July 23 to July 26, 2026 ²⁶⁷. This marks the return of the championships to New York City for the first time since 1991 ¹⁶⁷.

The event will be held at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island, New York ⁴⁵⁶. This venue is notable for being where Usain Bolt set a 100m world record in 2008 ⁸.

The full schedule is subject to change, with the last update noted on May 28, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. EDT ². Para events are also integrated into the schedule and are typically italicized in official listings ².

Key Dates and Overview

The championships span four days, featuring a variety of track and field events for both able-bodied and para-athletes.

• Day One: Thursday, July 23, 2026 ²
• Day Two: Friday, July 24, 2026
• Day Three: Saturday, July 25, 2026
• Day Four: Sunday, July 26, 2026

Event Details

While a detailed, minute-by-minute breakdown of every single event across all four days is extensive, the general structure includes qualifying rounds and finals for various disciplines. Spectators can expect to see a full range of track events (sprints, middle-distance, long-distance, hurdles, relays) and field events (jumps, throws).

For a precise, up-to-date schedule including specific event times and para-athlete competitions, it is recommended to consult the official USATF website ² or reputable sports news outlets that track the event ¹³⁴⁵. These sources often provide live results and any schedule modifications ³.

The 2026 championships are a significant event as they move away from Eugene, Oregon, which had hosted the national championships every year since 2019 ⁷.