We are very excited to be bringing the 2026 installment of the New Balance Nationals Outdoor Championship back to Franklin Field, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

In operation since 1895, Franklin Field is the oldest college stadium in the U.S. and the home of University of Pennsylvania football. Most notably, the field — with a seating capacity of 78,205 — hosts the annual international Penn Relays, the oldest organized relay competition in the U.S. Held here every April, the Relays bring together thousands of the best track and field athletes from high schools and colleges worldwide for a weekend of competitions.

Volunteer with us!

Help us provide every athlete, coach, and parent a world class experience and an unforgettable weekend. Various 4 hour time slots are available throughout the week and race weekend and all volunteers will receive a top and a free pair of New Balance shoes as a thank you for their time. Hurry! Slots will fill up soon.

Volunteer Sign Up Link

Ticket Information

Tickets for NBNO 2026 are available for purchase ahead of time HERE.

Any questions regarding accessibility should be directed to the UPenn Ticket Office

Packet Pickup Information

A photo ID is required for picking up a team packet.

Fully registered and competing athletes will receive a wristband as their entry into the meet and will be included in the packet.

Coaches receive 1 complimentary 4-day wristband for any teams with 2-5 athletes entered. A team with 6-10 athletes receives 2 complimentary wristbands, 11-15 athletes receives 3 complimentary wristbands, etc. The Coaches wristbands will be included in your team packet.

For coaches picking up a packet with an individual athlete, a current coaching ID or letter from the high school stating that you are the coach is required to receive complimentary admission into the meet. Parents accompanying an athlete are required to pay admission.

The person picking up the packet on behalf of a team must be the designated pick-up person for the entire packet. This person must be prepared to show ID when picking up the packet on behalf of a team.

Team packets can only be picked up in its entirety, individual bibs will not be pulled from the team packet.

New Balance and the event management team is not responsible for any lost or stolen items, including your NBN backpack. Please do NOT leave any items unattended while at the meet.