January 31, 2026 - We’re just around the corner from the 50th Annual TVC North American Vasa, February 14-15. If you’ve been waiting to sign up, this is the time to register and join the Vasa tradition!

Final price hike: Saturday, January 31, at 11:59 PM.
Registration closes: Wednesday, February 11, at 6:00 PM.
Races include: 50K freestyle/classic (back for the 50th Anniversary), 27K freestyle, 15K classic, 12K freestyle, 6K Tour & Citizen Race, XC Ski HQ Bigfoot Community Relay, high school races (12K freestyle & 6K classic), 25K Fatbike, Adaptive Ski, and Jr. Vasa.
Community Celebration & Awards Ceremony: Celebrate 50 years with us on Saturday, February 14, from 5–8 PM at the Park Place Hotel. Enjoy appetizers, live music, and a cash bar, plus podium recognition for the top 3 male/female overall and age-group winners. Tickets are limited and not sold at the door. Purchase tickets here.
We’re Seeking Volunteers!
It takes a small army of dedicated volunteers to make Vasa Weekend the community celebration we all look forward to each winter. All volunteers get a FREE Volunteer stocking cap from us as a thank-you! There are plenty of indoor & outdoor volunteer opportunities available!
Volunteer Interest Form here.
Book Your Vasa Weekend Accommodations
Find your Vasa weekend home base at the Park Place Hotel in downtown Traverse City, just 17 minutes from the starting line and an elevator ride away from the Vasa Community Celebration and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, 2/14 in the Park Place Hotel Ballroom. Reserve a room early to lock in the special Vasa rate, $168/night (taxes included).
Reserve online or call 231-946-5000 Ext. 2022.
Book your stay here.








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