The NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K is an annual race that precedes the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association National Championships. Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, IN will host this year's race. Blue River is sure to provide a memorable racing experience. After you race, stay around afterwards and watch the premier race in collegiate club running.
The NIRCA Open 6K is open to the public! If you're a part of the local community, a middle- or high school runner in your post season, a fan of collegiate club running, NIRCA alumni or ineligible athlete, a parent, spectator ...... then this race is for you!
Spikes may be worn at the runner's discretion. This race will take place in rain or shine.
Online registration closes 2 days before the event. Pricing increases starting November 1.
Late/Race-day registration will be available at course, but sign up now to save on your entry fees!
Nov 07, 2026
Distance — 6K
Type — Running
09:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Shelbyville.
Learn more about the host city, Shelbyville.
Shelbyville is a small town in the Nine-County Region of Indiana.
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