Events

Date: 8th March – 28th March 2026Route: ~2,700 km from Chile’s Carretera Austral to Ushuaia, ArgentinaElevation Gain: ~25,000 m over remote gravel roads and trailsEvent Type: Self‑Supported Ultra-Distance Gravel Bikepacking Adventure Final Frontier Patagonia is a non‑competitive, self-supported gravel odyssey through one...

Date: March 9–13, 2026Format: 5-day rally-style gravel race (Prologue + 4 stages)Total Distance / Elevation: ~400 km / ~7,800 m D+Field Limit: 200 ridersTiming: Timed “rally” segments + untimed transfersNavigation: GPX route files   Aurora Gravel Cyprus is a five-day...

The first Land Run 100, now known as The Mid South linked 107 miles of red, rutted roads and featured more 6,000 feet of climbing and Carney, Oklahoma as its halfway point. 121 riders braved the course that first year....

Just like our mountain bike races, this gravel course is worthy of the True Grit title. Inspired by the new True Grit Lauf Gravel Bike, the course is 80% off-road, 84 miles, and 9000 ft of climbing. Pure Gravel Bliss!...

Welcome to a 160 km gravel adventure in Halland Dirty Halland first started in 2019 and our ambition is to offer a new route every year where we want to share our favorite gravel gems with you! Dirty Halland is...

Join us for West Texas Gravel Grind & One Heck of a Post Race Party! Bring your boots and jeans! The Rattlesnake Gravel Grind isn’t just an annual test of strength and endurance; it’s a community-driven event benefiting all Nolan...

The GranGuanche Audax Gravel is a self-supported, single-stage, fixed-route, endurance cycling event across the Canary Islands. It’s not a race, it’s a collective adventure and a challenge to finish the route. There’s no cut-off time, there are no prizes, no...

The Hills Gravel Race is a unique gravel cycling event set in the historic and naturally rich region of Molise, Italy. Designed for cyclists who want to blend racing spirit with adventure, this one-day event offers the chance to explore...

Kick off your bikepacking season with a journey that feels like stepping into another world. Trail of the Southern Oasis is an immersive desert expedition that leads riders deep into the far south of Morocco—where the horizon dissolves into infinity,...

The Borderline Gravel Challenge is part of the legendary Andean Raid series: a fixed-route, self-supported gravel event that spans 300 km across remote Peruvian landscapes, from Nazca to the coastal dunes of Paracas. This route is a pure gravel adventure—80%+ unpaved...

A UNIQUE GRAVEL FESTIVAL IN BAZA Utopia Gravel Fest is not a common event, it’s a unique gravel festival with a truly spectacular event course to meet like-minded gravel grinders from all corners of the world. The desert of Gorafe...

With a truly spectacular event course, unique housing and live music to meet like-minded gravel grinders from all over Europe! A spectacular track in the desert of Gorafe with more than 90% on perfect gravel roads and stunning views! You...

The best gravel event in Tennessee. GOSH DARN will feature a 19, 42, 63, and 100-mile race, camping, bonfires, partying, and more. ​We’re back and ready for another year of the roughest gravel Tennessee has to offer. Join us for...

The Rough Road 100 is a classic spring gravel cycling event held in Morris, Illinois, offering an early-season test of endurance, speed, and grit. With a course that mixes smooth pavement and rough rural tracks, the event captures the spirit...

Discover the gravel bike paradise on Lake Wörthersee, where a breathtaking backdrop of Alpine panoramas and clear water is combined with a variety of particular designed routes. The region Wörthersee-Rosental offers not only experienced gravel bikers, but also beginners the...

Ride through the ancient land of Israel, home to one of mankind’s earliest cultures, and the bedrock of the Holy Bible. ​From the No Man’s land of the desert, full of steep mountains, colorful sands and amazing single tracks to...

WELCOME TO THE LAND OF A THOUSAND AND ONE SENSATIONS We present to you a unique region to enjoy gravel stage racing. We’ve prepared the best roads of Tierra de Campos for you to ride fast, wheel to wheel, in...

Piemontgravel is a non-competitive, self-supported bikepacking event for gravel and MTB riders, set amid the stunning landscapes of Piedmont. Now in its 6th edition, Piemontgravel has evolved from a 30-year territorial exploration project into one of Italy’s leading gravel events...

Get ready for the most incredible challenge of the year! Gravelada 2025 promises to bring together cyclists of all levels in an event that combines adventure, competition and celebration. Check out what awaits you: April 11th: Reception of the athletes...

The Annual GCX Strada Bellamy Sportif covers 212km of paved and unpaved roadways. Strada Bellamy takes its inspiration from the Strade Bianche held each spring in Tuscany. Our route incorporates several sections of historic Old Bellamy Road, the first federal...

Date: April 11, 2026Location: Council Grove & Flint Hills, KansasDistances: 32 mi • 56 mi • 75 mi • 100 miEvent Type: Gravel Ride & Community Cycling Festival Event Description The Flint Hills Gravel Ride brings riders to the heart...

Date: April 18–19, 2026Location: Nannup, Western AustraliaDistances: 15 km – 80 kmEvent Type: Two-Day Gravel Festival with Time Trial, Races & Social Rides A weekend festival of fun & friendly gravel near Nannup, home of the 2026 UCI Gravel World...

El Mito Challenge is not just a gravel race — it’s an intercontinental cycling journey where Europe and Africa meet. Traversing the historic Strait of Gibraltar, El Mito is a bold adventure across two continents, uniting riders through culture, terrain,...

The Pavement Ends Gravel Race is a premier gravel cycling event held in Henniker, New Hampshire. As the inaugural race of the New England Gravel Triple Crown Series, it offers cyclists a unique opportunity to tackle challenging terrains and scenic...

The Garden Route Giro is a six-day gravel stage race through one of South Africa’s most spectacular and diverse regions. From coastal forests and mountain passes to remote farm roads and historic towns, every stage delivers proper gravel, purposeful racing,...

Date: April 17th, 2026Location: Vicenza & Veneto, ItalyDistances: 200 km • 400 km • 720 kmEvent Type: Gravel Ride & Festival Event Description Veneto Gravel is a premier gravel cycling event set against the varied landscapes of Italy’s Veneto region,...

Barry-Roubaix is one of the OG gravel events. In fact, it’s so well established in the mitten state that permanent street signs are marking all the routes, except the latest 100 miler option. It’s also one of the largest gravel...

Date: April 19th 2026Location: Cyprus — from Limassol to the Troodos Mountains and backDistances: Multiple gravel route optionsEvent Type: Supported Gravel Cycling Ride & Adventure Event Description Activate Cyprus presents the Bedrock Gravel Festival, a premier cycling event set against...

Voted one of the best gravel grinders in Missouri by Terrain Magazine, this is a can’t-miss back-road adventure. The StG Gravel Classic is more than a bike ride; It’s a celebration of gravel cycling, complete with an afterparty supported by...

The RELIANCE Deep Woods Gravel Grinder is a full weekend of grassroots gravel grinding in the Cherokee National Forest east of Chattanooga, TN. THE RACE RELIANCE is a killer two-day race with a 65-mile route on Saturday and a 50-mile...

Colmarp Century is a Century-Ride, i.e. 100 miles or 160 km. CC will be a real challenge, 99% gravel road and 1600 altitude meters, but there are two shorter (80 km, 800hm and 40 km, 400hm) versions respectively. We cycle...

The Race to Valhalla is the hilliest of our course. Situated in the mountains of Oconee County, SC the Race to Valhalla will be the true test of your fitness. Join us downtown as we combine a gravel bike race...

Date: April 26, 2026Location: Belfort, Territoire de Belfort, FranceDistances: 30 km • 50 km • 75 km • 100 km • 130 km • 150 kmEvent Type: Non-competitive Gravel Adventure Event Description Gravel du Lion is a gravel cycling adventure...

South Africa’s premier gravel bike race ​and a qualifying event for the TREK UCI Gravel World Championships. The Swartberg 100 Gran Fondo starts and ends in Prince Albert, arguably one of the most attractive Karoo towns in South Africa, it covers 170 km of...

TransIchnusa is a gravel bikepacking adventure to discover the most authentic and wild spirit of Sardinia. The stages will be challenging, both from traveled kilometers / elevation and even more from emotional standpoint. TransIchnusa is not a race and you’ll...

The Traka is quickly becoming one of the most iconic and challenging gravel cycling events in Europe. Held in the heart of Catalonia, Spain, and based in the world-renowned cycling hub of Girona, The Traka offers riders an unforgettable journey...

Italy Divide is Europe’s premier unsupported bikepacking race, spanning over 1,250 km from the heart of Rome to the shores of Lake Garda in Torbole. Known for its ambitious route, the event combines ancient Roman roads, gravel tracks, alpine trails,...

Date: May 1st – 4th, 2026Location: Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, WalesEvent Type: Unsupported Gravel & Bikepacking Race Event Description The Pan Celtic Gravel Race – Eryri is a demanding unsupported gravel bikepacking challenge set entirely within Eryri National Park (Snowdonia),...

Location: Silvi, ItalyFormats: Legend • Epic • RookieEvent Type: Single-stage, self-supported gravel & bikepacking challenge   Empire Lands is a gravel and bikepacking odyssey that traces the ancient spine of Italy — from sea to sea, through historic villages, national...

Dirty Jutland is Denmark’s premier gravel cycling race, offering a thrilling adventure for cyclists of all levels. Held annually along the stunning west coast of Jutland, this event challenges riders to take on a variety of terrains, from gravel roads...

The Skyway Epic is an endurance mountain bike race in the Talledega National Forest in Alabama, starting and finishing on the stellar Sylaward Trail at Lake Howard. The Skyway Epic is a Mountain Bike endurance race in the Talladega Ranger...

The only Euro-style Spring Classic on American soil, the BWR is once again being supported by the Lost Abbey Brewery, the coolest Belgian-inspired brewery anywhere west of Flanders. With the race venue hosted at the nearby North City in San Marcos, where the...

Bianchi Etyek Gravel is a premier gravel cycling event set in the picturesque wine region of Etyek, Hungary. As part of the Hungarian Gravel Cup series, this event offers both competitive and recreational riders an opportunity to experience the region’s...

The Ceder Gravel is South Africa’s premier gravel cycling event, set deep in the untamed wilderness of the Cederberg mountains, where dramatic rock formations, remote roads, and soaring climbs await. As the country’s only UCI Gravel World Series qualifier, this...

Date: May 2nd, 2026Location: Glenwood, Ohio, USADistances: 36 mi • 68 mi • 100 miEvent Type: Gravel Race & Ride Festival Event Description Black Fork Gravel Grinder is a beloved autumn gravel event set in the rural landscapes of Richwood,...

Jersey’s own epic gravel grinder returns! MEGA (85 Miles), ADVENTURE (55 Miles) & SOUL (28 Miles) Routes feature a perfectly mixed all surface ride including plenty of dirt, gravel and paved roads plus optional singletrack in the Mega route. All...

The Gravel Corridor Challenge Montagu is an iconic gravel ride set in the rugged heart of South Africa’s Klein Karoo, where vast open spaces meet dramatic mountain backdrops and winding farm roads. Hosted in the charming town of Montagu, this...

Ride Across Arizona is a 620-mile self-supported bikepacking event following the AZ Gravel Highway developed by AZ Gravel Rides. Is the Ride Across Arizona a race? No. Is it harder than a race? Most likely, that depends on you! Ride...

The Freedom Circuit is an extremely challenging semi-supported bikepacking race which takes place in South Africa in late April annually. The route incorporates large portions of the Freedom Trail.  There is a 400km and a 700km course offering with fairly challenging cut-offs on...

Wild. Solidaric. Unsupported. The Steppenwolf – this is bikepacking at its finest. This is a day in cobblestone hell. These are real challenges, open to everyone. These are wild paths through the steppe between Berlin and Usedom in spring and cobblestones in autumn.  Together...

BiciGravel Loops is a unique three-day gravel experience set in the heart of southwest France, inviting riders to discover the stunning regions of Dordogne, Lot, and Corrèze — also known as Périgord and Quercy. Each day features a brand-new loop...

Date: May 8–10, 2026Location: Marina di Carrara (Carrara), Tuscany, ItalyDistance: ~210 kmElevation Gain: ~2,800 mEvent Type: Self-Supported Bikepacking Adventure Event Description The 100 Castles Route is a self-supported bikepacking adventure through the scenic heart of Tuscany and Liguria, designed for...

Gravel Gaume and More is one of Belgium’s premier gravel cycling events, taking place in the heart of the stunning Gaume region, in the province of Luxembourg. Designed for gravel riders of all levels, this two-day festival combines scenic, varied routes...

Date: 9th – 15th May 2026Location: Alentejo, PortugalDistances: Multiple route optionsEvent Type: Gravel Ride & Community Event Event Description Gravelbirds is a gravel cycling experience rooted in exploration, connection, and the freedom of riding off the beaten path in Portugal....

Seven Serpents is one of Europe’s most demanding and visually striking bikepacking races, tracing an 850-kilometer route from Ljubljana, Slovenia, to Trieste, Italy. This self-supported gravel adventure challenges riders to traverse a mix of rugged trails, wild backroads, ancient forest...

Rule of Three is a one-of-a-kind endurance cycling race in Bentonville, Arkansas, that blends three surface types—tarmac, gravel, and singletrack—into a single, challenging course. Designed for cyclists who crave variety and thrive on technical, strategic riding, this event is as...

Date: May, 2026Location: Cambrian Mountains & Elan Valley, WalesEvent Type: Gravel Adventure & Campout Event Description Wild Wales Gravel Campout is a gravel cycling experience and outdoor gathering set deep in the Cambrian Mountains and Elan Valley — one of...

Across Catalunya is a self-supported, ultra-distance gravel adventure through the heart of Catalunya (Spain) — a “short” yet intense bikepacking challenge designed to push your limits while offering one of the most scenic point-to-point rides in Southern Europe. The event...

Bikepacking challenge across the Peak District The Tor Divide is a non-competitive, unsupported, single-stage, fixed-route event crossing the Peak District along trails, bridleways, singletrack and quiet scenic roads. The name of the event is inspired by the mother of all...

The Wolf Race is a premier gravel cycling event set in the Basque Country’s rugged terrain, starting and finishing in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Riders can choose between two challenging routes: the W100, a 100 km course ideal for those new to gravel...

The Gravel Rallye Rhine Valley in May is another outstanding gravel event of the Gravel Rallye Series presented by Propain, taking place in the cycling paradise of Kaiserstuhl. Nestled in the picturesque Rhine plain between the Black Forest and the...

M&M Gravel Grinder – Ride Through Catalonia’s Wild Beauty The M&M Gravel Grinder is a premier gravel cycling adventure set in the scenic region of Santa Susanna, in Maresme, Catalunya. This unique event invites riders to explore the awe-inspiring landscapes...

Gravel Locos Hico returns  with four-course options through the heart of Texas heartland in Hico, TX (70 miles Northwest of Waco).  Routes range from 34 to 157 miles and up to 7,000 feet of elevation gain. The first course is...

The gravel trails of the Gralloch might crisscross one of Scotland’s most beautiful and undiscovered gems, but we designed it as race so you might not get the time to take it all in!  The Gralloch route takes riders deep...

THE PLAIN is the UK’s newest gravel event suitable for all levels of rider who want to challenge themselves on some of the most epic and unforgettable gravel terrain in the south of England. Featuring exclusive access to restricted areas...

Join GRVL for 4 days of relaxed, but epic gravel riding in the beautiful mountains of Girona and time to enjoy the luxurious, authentic accommodation at the renowned Rocacorba Cycling, situated on a stunning 17th century estate. Don’t miss out...

THE BIGGEST BIKEPACKING EVENT IN THE WORLD Participating in the Tuscany Trail means living a unique experience: a 440 km loop route, perfect for gravel and MTB bikes, with just 5,900 meters of elevation gain. You’ll traverse one-of-a-kind natural landscapes,...

Date: 22nd – 25th May 2026Location: Eifel,, Rheinland-Pfalz, GermanyEvent Type: Multi-Day Gravel & Trail Festival with Music, Talks, and Workshops The Orbit360 Gravity Festival is where gravel cycling, trail running, and electronic music come together in a long weekend of...

Date: May 23rd – 30th, 2026Location: Agios Athanasios, GreeceDistance: ~620 kmElevation Gain: ~15,000–16,000 mEvent Type: Unsupported Fastpacking & Mountain Bikepacking Challenge Event Description The Hellenic Mountain Race is a rugged and demanding self-supported mountain bikepacking challenge stretching across the dramatic...

The two day bikepacking adventure weekend. Starting and finishing at a pub in a seaside town, your two day adventure will take you on a beautiful 100 mile route around Dorset. At just over half way round you will roll...

The Dunoon Dirt Dash 5050 is a self-supported bikepacking event over two days and takes you around the amazing scenery  on the Cowal Peninsula near Glasgow. The event is the perfect way to experience the rugged beauty Scotland’s Adventure Coast with...

The Dorset Dirt Dash 100 is a self-supported gravel event on the Isle of Purbeck around Swanage. It is the perfect way to experience the rugged beauty of Dorset and the Jurassic Coast (a World Heritage Site) with fine gravel riding,...

Le Grand represents one of the most amazing gravel courses in the United States. Beginning in downtown Grand Marais, riders will quickly leave the shores of Lake Superior as they head into the Sawtooth Range. With more than 5500 ft...

Come GRIND across 120 miles, and ROLL over 10,500 ft of elevation gain on the fast and rugged red scoria roads that crosshatch the BADLANDS of western North Dakota. Rugged Badlands backcountry gravel roads. Some of the gravel in the...

The Mine Hill Gravel Challenge, presented by Steep Endurance, gives you a great opportunity to experience the challenging gravel roads of Northwest CT.  We’ve got 39M and 26M options depending on your willingness to ride and fitness/skill level.  Ride as fast as...

An out and back ride over two days (out on day one and back on Day two). This is an all gravel ride traversing through the back roads of Arkansas that captures the scenic splendor that is the natural state...

1800 KM BALTIC UNSUPPORTED BIKEPACKING CHALLENGE Hydra is a powerful, raw, and unforgettable bikepacking challenge that crosses the entire Baltic region, offering one of Europe’s most immersive endurance cycling experiences. Riders embark from Pensjonat Wigierski in Poland, tracing a self-supported...

Date: 29th May – 5th June 2026Location: Slovenia • Croatia • Bosnia & Herzegovina • MontenegroDistance: ~1,350 km (varies annually)Event Type: Unsupported Off-Road Bikepacking Race The Trans Balkan Race is an unsupported off-road bikepacking adventure across the rugged heart of...

Unbound Gravel, formerly known as the Dirty Kanza, is an event comprising gravel racing covering various distances held annually during the late spring on rural roads in the Flint Hills region of the Great Plains around Emporia, Kansas, United States. The race’s organizers refer to the 200 miles (320 km)...

Set in the rugged beauty of Ensenada, Baja California, the Valle Gravel Challenge delivers an unforgettable gravel racing experience through some of Mexico’s most stunning terrain. With a carefully designed 40 km course that is 90% gravel and 10% asphalt,...

KoreaEpicRide is a self-supported bikepacking event. It is a group ride; you start the first day of the event, at the same time. However, you decide where to eat and where to sleep. Wild camping or commercial campsites are recommended....

Celebrate the spirit of Festivus with a gravel cycling weekend festival hosted by Tour de France veteran, Alex Stieda and the Town of Thorsby, Alberta, Canada. Explore the stunning gravel terrain around Thorsby, Alberta, Canada across Leduc, Brazeau and Parkland...

Monumental is a self-supported gravel and bikepacking event, celebrating Belgium’s cycling monuments. The event is an epic adventure that brings together the thrill of gravel riding and Belgium’s rich cycling heritage. This self-supported bikepacking experience challenges riders to conquer legendary...

Niseko Gravel – Hokkaido, Japan Date: June 6, 2026Location: Niseko & Surrounding Hokkaido Mountains, JapanDistances: 40 km • 70 km • 110 km • 160 kmEvent Type: Gravel Ride & Adventure Festival Event Description Niseko Gravel is a premier gravel...

Located in the Cowichan Valley, renowned as Canada’s “Warm Land,” BWR BC wraps up the spring cycling season with its unique flair, blending world-class terrain with unroad mayhem. Riders will traverse dozens of gravel sectors, singletrack, and paved roads across...

theGOATS is not just a gravel race — it’s an uncompromising, soul-stirring cycling odyssey across Portugal’s wildest and most majestic mountain regions. This ultra-distance, self-supported adventure invites riders to take on a circular route of 730 kilometers with an epic...

Date: June 11, 2026Location: Tabakfabrik Linz, Linz, AustriaDistances: 85 km, 109 km, 200 km (Overnighter)Event Type: Self-Supported Gravel Ride Festival GRAVALLO—short for “Gravel in the Mühlviertel”—is a non-competitive, self-supported gravel ride event inviting cyclists to explore the scenic landscapes north...

Welkom to the most unique cycling event(s) in the U.S. — the Belgian Waffle Ride—affectionately known as the BWR. This is the fourth edition of the Cedar City event, which was won by Whitney Allison and Peter Stetina last year. We’re excited to...

Tour Divide is a ultra-cycling challenge to pedal solo and self-supported the length of Great Divide Mountain Bike Route…as fast as possible(!) Tour Divide challenges a fixed course annually called the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Not only is the Great...

Hosted in the wide-open and high North Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Lost and Found Gravel Festival is a grand bike ride and festival celebrating mountain life. The Lost & Found course features a perfect blend of pavement, dirt road,...

The Pine Island Gravel Odyssey was formerly known as the Gold Rush Gravel Grinder. This is South Dakota’s premier gravel event which operates under a special use permit for the Black Hills National Forest.  Four route/event options meet the needs...

About The Bon Jon Pass Out The village of Quilcene is perfectly placed at the base of the Olympic Mountains, and along Quilcene Bay. This town is synonymous with hospitality, and especially welcoming are the great folks at Worthington Park,...

Date: June 13–21, 2026Location: Caminha, PortugalDistance: ~1,000 km in one continuous stageEvent Type: Self-Supported Ultra Bikepacking Challenge GRANDIAGONAL is a one-country, end-to-end bikepacking challenge across Portugal that pushes both body and spirit. Over seven days and five hours, participants ride...

Road to Desolation Gravel is a signature one-day gravel race through the haunting beauty of South Africa’s Karoo semi-desert, originating in the historic town of Graaff‑Reinet near the iconic Valley of Desolation. Set within Camdeboo National Park, this event offers...

The Black Fly Challenge is a classic Adirondack Mountain gravel grinder that takes place every year on the second Saturday in June. The race changes direction every year with the start and finish alternating between Indian Lake and Inlet, NY....

The “Migration Gravel Race” is a semi supported four day stage race across the wilds of the Maasai Mara, Kenya. Competitors will be pre-approved to race. Each stage ends at a secure designated check point. The Migration Gravel Race (MGR)...

Date: June 18th, 2026Location: Western Ireland — Atlantic CoastDistance: ~750–820 km (dependent on route option)Elevation Gain: ~8,000–10,000 mEvent Type: Multi-Day Self-Supported Bikepacking Adventure Event Description Trans Atlantic Way is an epic, multi-day bikepacking adventure that traces an immense coastal loop...

The lucky riders who will ride for cake will be drawn in a lottery. As usual at DEAD ENDS & cake there will be a gender split of 50% women & non-binary and 50% men. The past events showed, that...

A weekend of pure gravel biking in the heart of Münsterland!Joint trips, regional food, good mood & jovial people.You can interpret the camp as a little adventure or a short vacation. Three days with like-minded people. Lots of time on...

Cycling from the most northern to the most southern point on the European mainland crossing different countries, cultures and sceneries. Start your journey at 24 hours of daylight up in the north, and end your journey at the Mediterranean Sea,...