Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 8401 Mt Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, CA
- Distance
- Sport Division (beginner / intermediate) · Expert Division · Pro Division & more
From the Organizer
Join us for inaugural year of Cirque Series at Mt Baldy. 9.1 miles featuring 3,926' ft vert.
Prizes
Prizes will be distributed at the end of each race and for the overall series winners. There are three categories in which the prizes will be given out: Sport, Expert and Pro. Prizes for each race are as follows:
Pro
1st place - $2000 cash
2nd place - $250 cash
3rd place - $150 cash
Expert
1st - $400 in Gear
2nd - $250 in Gear
3rd - $150 in Gear
Sport
1st - $300 in Gear
2nd - $200 in Gear
3rd - $100 in Gear
Grom Award - youngest competitor will be recognized.
OG Award - wisest competitor will be recognized.
Lexie Award - the "unofficial MVP" of the race will be recognized.
Middle of the Pack Award - the person that finished exactly middle will be recognized.
TRAINING Plans with TRAINING PEAKS
Registration
We are capping the race at 500 entries, we encourage to sign up right away.
Bibs / Timing Chips
Cirque Series will utilize Competitive timing to time the event with a disposable chip placed on the back of your bib. Please do not fold, crush or remove the chip from the bib. You may dispose of the chip/bib after the race is over.
Rules / Guidelines
Please help us preserve the beauty of our mountains and assist in maintaining an enjoyable, safe event for everyone involved.
Please respect private property near the trails. Do not trespass.
No littering: Participants are encouraged to carry water and food during the event.
Please dispose of all waste and recyclables in the proper containers.
Please be respectful of all Forest Service officials.
Do not impede another runner.
Leave no trace: Pack-in pack-out.
We will provide hydration at two aid stations on course, summit water station & finish line hydration.
LODGING - Mt Baldy Lodging
Contact:
Race Director: steve@cirqueseries.com
Founder: julian@cirqueseries.com
Overall 2026 Season Winner + Points
The racers with the most points at the end of all races will be declared the overall 2025 winner. The top 20 racers of each event will obtain points. The following is the per stage breakdown as a function of place:
1 - 50pt 6 - 30pt 11 - 20pt 16 - 10pt
2 - 40pt 7 - 28pt 12 - 18pt 17 - 8pt
3 - 36pt 8 - 26pt 13 - 16pt 18 - 6pt
4 - 34pt 9 - 24pt 14 - 14pt 19 - 4pt
5 - 32pt 10 - 22pt 15 - 12pt 20 - 2pt
PRIZE MONEY 2026 OVERALL SEASON STANDINGS **Men's & Women's
PRO
PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
EXPERT
1ST - PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
2ND- PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
3RD- PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
SPORT
1ST - PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
2ND- PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
3RD- PEAK FREAK Belt Buckle - Overall 2026 season
**Everyone that runs six 2026 Cirque Series races will receive a Cirque Series 2026 PEAK FREAK belt buckle
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
4%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Torrance Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mt Baldy, CA
Population
3,857,897
as of 2023
Elevation
48 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 8401 Mt Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA?
- Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA is a running race held in Mt Baldy, California on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Mt Baldy, California at 8401 Mt Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cirque Series - Mt Baldy, CA
Oct 3, 2026