From the Organizer
The High Desert Runners again sponsors its annual series of all-comers cross-country meets for Antelope Valley area distance runners this summer. These are ALL-COMERS meets, and runners of all ages and abilities are welcome. This year's series will open with a fun CO-ED Relay Race, and followed by include four weekly meets on Thursday evenings. The coed relay is July 9th where you join up with two teammates (two males and one female) and the regular races start on July 16th and run through August 6 where we will hold our championship meet. The main meets will feature a 3-mile open race and a 1-kilometer fun run for children aged 12 and under. Parents of children running the kids’ fun run are encouraged to run with their children.
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
97°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Palmdale, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palmdale, CA
Population
165,487
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,682 ft
Nearest Airport
BUR
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
14
Days to train
- Race
- High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series
- Date
- July 9 – August 6, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series?
- High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series is a running race held in Palmdale, California on July 9, 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 High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series?
- Thursday, July 9, 2026 in Palmdale, California at 37720 Tierra Subida Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
High Desert Runners Summer Cross Country Series
Jul 9, 2026