North American Vasa Festival Of Races
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Event overview
The 50th Annual North American Vasa Festival of Races takes place February 14–15, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan. The event includes Nordic ski and fat tire bike races held on the Vasa Pathway and winter singletrack trails of the Pere Marquette State Forest. The program features both classic and freestyle ski formats, youth competitions, adaptive skiing, and a community relay. The 50k Classic and skate races return for the 50th anniversary.
Distances and events
- 50k Classic/Freestyle
- 27k George Kuhn Half Marathon (Freestyle)
- 15k Lombard Loppet (Classic)
- 12k Okerstrom Kortelopet (Freestyle)
- 6k Mark Esper Classic (high school and citizen divisions)
- 6k Vasa Tour (Classic/Freestyle)
- 25k Fatbike
Location and logistics
Start and finish are at Timber Ridge Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, Traverse City, MI 49686. Several events list entry fees and registration closing dates; some race prices increase after December 31, 2025. The schedule includes separate youth and adaptive events and a sponsored community relay. Sponsors and local partners are listed for the festival. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
