Pro cycling to return to Colorado with new Tour of Colorado in 2026
The new stage race, organized by Infinity Events Group, is expected to attract some of the biggest teams in global cycling. Officials said the race will provide a challenging course through some of Colorado's iconic locations.
2023 Vuelta a España winner
Sepp Kuss
, from Durango Colorado, said: "It's great news that a stage race will return to Colorado. I can't wait for the peloton to experience the beauty of my home state. We have some tough and amazing climbs that will challenge the best riders. I hope the Tour of Colorado can inspire many to follow our sport more closely or, even better, start riding their bike themselves."
The last time pro cycling came to the state was the Colorado Classic, a four-day pro bicycle race that drew top pro cyclists worldwide, including Olympians and World Tour champions. The UCI 2.1 race
did not return
after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. Jared Polis said he's looking forward to bringing pro cycling back to the state. "There is no better state to train and compete in than Colorado. I am excited to watch the 2026 Tour of Colorado stage race, which gathers cyclists from across the world to compete at the highest level in the Rocky Mountains. This exciting event brings spectators from around the globe, bolstering Colorado's outdoor recreation economy and highlights why Colorado is the best state for all athletes."
Infinity Events Group said the Tour of Colorado will also support local communities and businesses through its social impact program.
Tour of Colorado will be a five-stage race and is set to take place in September 2026. Officials said the race dates and route information will be announced before the end of 2025.
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