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Race Schedule & Calendar
Annual Race Dates
The Race Across America is held annually in June, taking advantage of longer daylight hours and generally favorable weather conditions across the United States. The exact start date varies slightly each year but typically falls in mid-June.
Next Race: June 2026
Registration is currently open
2026 RAAM Timeline
November 1
Registration Opens
Online registration begins for next year's race
January 15
Early Bird Deadline
Discounted registration ends
March 1
Regular Registration Closes
Standard registration deadline
April 1
Final Entry Deadline
Last chance to register (limited spots)
May 1
Crew Documentation Due
Submit crew lists and vehicle information
June 1-5
Race Week Begins
Inspections, briefings, and preparation
June 6
RACE START
Official start in Oceanside, California
June 14-18
Finish Window
Riders arrive in Annapolis, Maryland
June 20
Awards Ceremony
Official results and celebration
Qualifying Events
Complete one of these events to qualify for RAAM. Most events must be completed within 12 months prior to RAAM registration.
Hoodoo 500
📍 Utah, USA
📅 August
🚴 500 miles
Classic RAAM qualifier through Utah's scenic terrain
Furnace Creek 508
📍 California, USA
📅 October
🚴 508 miles
Death Valley challenge, excellent RAAM preparation
Paris-Brest-Paris
📍 France
📅 Every 4 years
🚴 1,200 km
Historic randonneur event, accepted for qualification
London-Edinburgh-London
📍 UK
📅 Every 4 years
🚴 1,400 km
Challenging UK audax, qualifies for RAAM
Race Across the West
📍 California to Colorado
📅 June (with RAAM)
🚴 928 miles
First portion of RAAM, standalone qualifier
Natchez Trace 444
📍 Tennessee, USA
📅 May
🚴 444 miles
Spring qualifier through historic parkway
Related Ultra-Cycling Events
Race Across the West (RAW)
928-mile race from Oceanside to Durango
⏰ Concurrent with RAAM start
Race Across America Virtual Challenge
Complete RAAM distance on your own schedule
⏰ Year-round
RAAM Training Camps
Official preparation camps in various locations
⏰ March-May
Important Registration Information
Registration Fees
- • Solo: $625-$850 (based on timing)
- • 2-Person: $950-$1,200
- • 4-Person: $1,750-$2,100
- • 8-Person: $2,950-$3,500
What's Included
- • Official route book and GPS files
- • Time station support
- • Live tracking system
- • Finisher's medal and jersey
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