Event Details
| Dates | November 9, 2026 – November 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Series | Baja 1000 |
| Venue | San José del Cabo – 2026 Baja 1000 Start/Finish |
| Location | San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur |
| Official Info & Tickets | score-international.com |
Quick Summary
- Event week: November 9–15, 2026 (59th running)
- Race start: Friday, November 13, 2026
- Start/finish: San José del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
- Course: single loop; official mileage not yet published by SCORE
- Milestone: first Baja 1000 held entirely in Baja California Sur
- 2025 overall winners: Christopher Polvoorde / Bryce Menzies (Ford Raptor Trophy Truck), 15:48:24
- Spectating: free along the course; official info at score-international.com
2026 Schedule
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2026 | Pre-running opens |
| Nov 9–12, 2026 | Registration, contingency, and technical inspection |
| Nov 13, 2026 | Race start |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Awards ceremony |
The World’s Most Famous Off-Road Race Moves South
After decades rooted in Ensenada, the Baja 1000 starts and finishes in San José del Cabo for 2026. Trophy Trucks, Class 1 buggies, UTVs, motorcycles, and quads will tackle one loop through the rugged interior of Baja California Sur. For American fans the new host city is a big win: Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) has nonstop service from many US cities.
See how the 2026 season unfolded in Ensenada, where Luke McMillin won the Baja 500 overall in June.
2025 Baja 1000 Results (Reference)
| Category | Winner | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Overall (cars) | Christopher Polvoorde / Bryce Menzies (Ford Raptor) | 15:48:24 |
| Overall (motorcycles) | SLR Honda | 17:55:30 |
FAQ
Where does the 2026 Baja 1000 start?
In San José del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur. It starts and finishes there on a single loop.
When does the 2026 Baja 1000 start?
The race starts November 13, 2026. Event week runs November 9–15.
Sources: SCORE International · SPEED SPORT · Cycle News. Facts verified September 2026.