The 2026 CrossFit Games will mark the 20th edition of the Games and will feature a streamlined elite field of the top athletes in the world competing for the title of “Fittest on Earth.”

Main Event Details

Event: 2026 CrossFit Games
Dates: July 24–26, 2026
Location: SAP Center in San Jose
Divisions:

30 Men
30 Women
20 Teams

Expected Attendance: 10,000+ fans across the weekend

2026 Qualification Structure

The 2026 season follows a four-stage qualification pipeline:

Stage 1 — The Open

Dates: Feb. 26 – March 16, 2026
Open worldwide participation
Anyone can register and compete
Top 25% advance to Quarterfinals

Stage 2 — Quarterfinals

Dates: March 26 – 30, 2026
Top athletes from the Open continue
Top 2,000 men and women move forward toward Semifinals

Stage 3 — Semifinals

These are now spread globally through licensed events.

Major 2026 Semifinal Events

Event

Location

Dates

Mayhem Classic

Cookeville

Apr 17–19

Legends Championship

Del Mar

Apr 24–26

Copa Sur

São José

May 1–3

Far East Throwdown

Busan

May 1–3

French Throwdown

Paris

May 15–17

Torian Pro

Brisbane

May 22–24

Syndicate Crown

Knoxville

May 29–31

Athletes Already Qualified (as of May 2026)

The qualification process is still ongoing, but several major names have already punched tickets through Semifinals.

Men Qualified So Far

Roman Khrennikov
Jeffrey Adler
Victor Hoffer

Women Qualified So Far

Emma Lawson
Haley Adams
Paige Rodgers

Major Storylines Heading Into the 2026 Games

Can Roman Finally Win?

Roman Khrennikov continues to be one of the most dangerous athletes in the field. After multiple podium-level seasons and injuries disrupting previous campaigns, 2026 may be his best opportunity yet.

Emma Lawson’s Rise

Emma Lawson is increasingly viewed as one of the future faces of the women’s division. Her consistency and composure continue to improve season after season.

Haley Adams Is Back

Haley Adams returning to Games form is one of the bigger comeback narratives this season.

San Jose Era Begins

After years in Madison and then Texas, the move to San Jose creates a completely different environment:

More arena-focused competition
Potentially faster-paced events
Different climate and logistics
Big West Coast crowd energy

How to Watch

The Games are expected to stream through official CrossFit channels and partner broadcasts.

Official CrossFit Games site:
CrossFit Games

Tickets and finals info:
2026 Finals Overview

Qualifying leaderboard updates:
2026 Qualifiers