The 2026 USA Cycling National Championship schedule features 21 events across the U.S. throughout the year. Pro Road Nationals in Charleston, WV (June 17–21), Elite Track in Carson, CA (Aug 20–23), and Cyclocross in Fayetteville, AR (Dec 9–13) headline the calendar.
The championship season spans January (Esports) to December (Cyclocross), covering seven disciplines: Road, Mountain Bike, Track, Cyclocross, Gravel, BMX, and Esports. Each event puts the coveted Stars and Stripes jersey on the line.
Categories include Elite, Junior, Collegiate, Masters, and Paracycling, offering national championship opportunities across all levels of American cycling. Follow BicycleXpert for regular updates on USA Cycling Championships and other major events.
2026 National Championship Schedule
The 2026 USA Cycling National Championships span 16 states plus virtual racing, featuring 21 title events from January through December. Wisconsin hosts multiple championships, with Collegiate Road in Madison (May 7–10) and Masters & Junior Road in the Milwaukee area (Jun 27–Jul 1).
Charleston, WV, welcomes Pro Road Nationals in June, while Fayetteville, AR, closes the season with Cyclocross in December. Several Pro Road contenders will arrive fresh from European Grand Tour campaigns, including riders competing in the 2026 Tour de France.
| Date | Event | Location |
| Jan 31–Feb 1 | Esports | TrainingPeaks Virtual |
| Mar 7, 2026 | Collegiate Gravel | Turkey, TX |
| Mar 20–22 | Collegiate BMX | West Monroe, LA |
| Mar 27–28 | BMX Freestyle | South Jordan, UT |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Elite BMX | Rock Hill, SC |
| Apr 11–12 | Paracycling Road | Bentonville, AR |
| May 7–10 | Collegiate Road | Madison, WI |
| Jun 6–7 | Enduro MTB | Kellogg, ID |
| Jun 17–21 | Pro Road (Elite, U23, 17–18) | Charleston, WV |
| Jun 27–Jul 1 | Masters & Junior Road | Milwaukee Area, WI |
| Jul 13–19 | Endurance MTB | Roanoke, VA |
| Jul 23–27 | Junior Track | Breinigsville, PA |
| Jul 25–26 | Gravity MTB | Big Bear Lake, CA |
| Aug 5–9 | Masters & Paracycling Track | Colorado Springs, CO |
| Aug 20–23 | Elite Track | Carson, CA |
| Sep 10–13 | Collegiate Track | Indianapolis, IN |
| Sep 12 | Gravel | La Crescent, MN |
| Sep 20 | Gran Fondo | Frederick, MD |
| Oct 6–11 | Collegiate MTB | Grand Junction, CO |
| Nov 13–14 | Madison Track | Detroit, MI |
| Dec 9–13 | Cyclocross | Fayetteville, AR |
Pro Road Nationals – Charleston, WV
Pro Road Nationals returns to Charleston, West Virginia, June 17–21, 2026, with Elite, Under-23, and Junior 17–18 categories racing for Stars and Stripes jerseys. The event serves as a qualifying event for the U.S. Olympic Team in 2028.
Quinn Simmons (Lidl-Trek) defends his elite men’s title after a dominant 2025 performance, launching a solo attack with over 50 kilometers to go and winning by nearly three minutes. Kristen Faulkner claimed the elite women’s title, adding to her Olympic road race gold from Paris 2024. Faulkner also headlines the American contingent at the Tour de France Femmes 2026, racing for EF Education-Oatly in August.
Competitions include the Individual Time Trial, Criterium, and Road Race disciplines, all of which take place on downtown Charleston’s mountainous Appalachian terrain. Races coincide with Juneteenth and West Virginia Day, creating a festival atmosphere throughout the week.
Tour of America’s Dairyland hosts the Masters & Junior Road Nationals in the Milwaukee area (June 27–July 1), continuing the road season immediately after Charleston. Winners earn the right to wear the Stars and Stripes jersey through the following year, representing the United States in domestic and international competition.
Mountain Bike Nationals
Four Mountain Bike National Championships will be spread across the western and eastern United States in 2026, covering Endurance, Gravity, Enduro, and Collegiate disciplines. Riders will compete on terrain ranging from Blue Ridge trails to California ski slopes.
Endurance MTB – Roanoke, VA (July 13–19)
Roanoke, Virginia, hosts a full week of Endurance Mountain Bike racing on Blue Ridge Mountain trails. Disciplines include Short Track (XCC), Cross-Country (XCO), and Marathon events. The venue returns after successful previous editions, offering technical singletrack and demanding climbs. Riders preparing for XCO racing should focus on adjusting gears for smooth riding on trails and hills to handle Roanoke’s varied terrain.
Gravity MTB – Big Bear Lake, CA (July 25–26)
Snow Summit hosts Gravity MTB Nationals in partnership with the Monster Energy Pro Downhill Series. The downhill national championship crowns America’s fastest descenders on Big Bear Lake’s steep, technical runs.
Enduro MTB – Kellogg, ID (June 6–7)
Kellogg, Idaho, welcomes Enduro Nationals in partnership with the North American Enduro Cup. The format combines timed downhill stages with untimed climbs.
Collegiate MTB – Grand Junction, CO (October 6–11)
Grand Junction, Colorado, hosts the season finale for collegiate mountain bikers. The six-day event wraps up the collegiate cycling calendar with Cross-Country and Short Track racing.
Collegiate racers looking to upgrade equipment can explore the key differences between mountain bike setups before Nationals.
Gravel Nationals – La Crescent, MN
Gravel Nationals returns to La Crescent, Minnesota, on September 12, 2026, marking the discipline’s continued growth in American cycling. The southeastern Minnesota venue offers rolling terrain and mixed-surface roads perfect for gravel racing. Riders considering gravel should understand how a gravel bike fits their riding style compared to traditional mountain or road setups.
New for 2026: Collegiate Gravel Nationals makes its debut on March 7 in Turkey, Texas, in partnership with Valley of Tears. This first-ever collegiate gravel championship reflects the discipline’s expanding popularity among younger riders.
Gran Fondo Nationals follows a week later at Gran Fondo Maryland on September 20 in Frederick, MD. The event gives amateur cyclists a national championship experience on scenic Mid-Atlantic roads.
Cyclocross Nationals – Fayetteville, AR
Cyclocross Nationals closes out the 2026 championship calendar at Centennial Park, Fayetteville, Arkansas, December 9–13. Fayetteville returns as host, home of the 2022 UCI Cyclocross World Championships, cementing Arkansas’s reputation as America’s cyclocross capital.
The course features barriers, stairs, and sand pits, requiring riders to dismount and carry their bikes over difficult sections. Racing spans Elite, Junior, Collegiate, and Masters categories across five days of competition. The sport blends elements of road cycling and mountain biking, creating a high-intensity, spectator-friendly event with a festival atmosphere.
Spectators can attend for free, and select races will stream online. The event features food trucks, a beer garden, coffee vendors, and a kids’ mini-course, making it accessible and fun for all ages.
Organizers expect each event to draw more than 2,000 athletes and spectators to the area. Experience Fayetteville coordinates local hospitality for visiting fans and competitors.
Track Nationals
Elite Track Nationals takes center stage at the Velo Sports Center in Carson, California, August 20–23. The premier velodrome event crowns national champions across sprint, endurance, and team disciplines on one of America’s fastest indoor tracks.
Junior Track – Breinigsville, PA (July 23–27)
Valley Preferred Cycling Center hosts Junior Track Nationals, developing the next generation of American track cyclists on the renowned Pennsylvania velodrome.
Masters & Paracycling Track – Colorado Springs, CO (August 5–9)
Colorado Springs welcomes Masters and Paracycling athletes to compete at altitude, continuing the city’s legacy as the home of USA Cycling.
Collegiate Track – Indianapolis, IN (September 10–13)
Indianapolis hosts Collegiate Track Nationals, giving university riders a national championship stage.
Madison Track – Detroit, MI (November 13–14)
Detroit closes the track season with Madison Nationals, featuring the dynamic two-rider relay format that tests teamwork and tactics.
New for 2026
Several firsts headline the 2026 championship calendar. Collegiate Gravel Nationals makes its debut on March 7 in Turkey, Texas, marking the first national championship for collegiate gravel racing.
BMX Freestyle Nationals moves to a new venue at COR-Athlete BMX Park in South Jordan, Utah (March 27–28). Paracycling Road Nationals becomes a standalone championship for the first time, taking place in Bentonville, Arkansas (April 11–12).
Esports Nationals opens the championship season January 31–February 1 on the TrainingPeaks Virtual platform. The digital competition kicks off a year of racing before athletes hit real roads and trails.
How to Watch USA Cycling Nationals
No single broadcaster covers all of the USA Cycling National Championships, but multiple options are available for fans. Coverage varies by event and discipline throughout the year.
| Platform | Coverage |
| USA Cycling YouTube | Select races are streamed free |
| FloBikes | Subscription, multi-event coverage |
| In-person | Many events are free for spectators |
Cyclocross Nationals in Fayetteville offers free spectator entry with select races streamed online. Road Nationals in Charleston provides roadside viewing along the course. Track events at velodromes typically require tickets.
Check the USA Cycling website for event-specific streaming details. Follow BicycleXpert for regular updates on broadcast schedules and live coverage throughout the 2026 championship season.
