43rd El Tour de Tucson

  • Date Sat 21st November 2026
  • Time 7:00AM MST
  • Location Tucson, Arizona
  • Price $17.23 - $267.50
  • Races 32 races
  • Distances Ultra, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the 43rd El Tour de Tucson on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in beautiful Tucson, Pima County! This premier bicycling event invites approximately 11,000 cyclists of all levels, from novices to professionals, to pedal through stunning routes starting and finishing at the Tucson Convention Center. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the challenging Century (102 miles), Metric Century (62 miles), and Half Metric Century (32 miles). For families and fun-seekers, there are shorter rides of 3 miles and 1 mile, as well as a 5K Run/Walk.

El Tour de Tucson not only promises an unforgettable cycling experience but also supports a noble cause, enabling nonprofit organizations to raise essential funds. Since its inception in 1983, the event has contributed over $138 million to local and international charities. Celebrate your accomplishments with a post-ride party featuring live music, delicious food, and a festive atmosphere with friends and family. Don't miss this chance to be part of a recognized top road cycling event in the countryβ€”mark your calendars and gear up for an amazing ride in Tucson!

Organiser's Description

ABOUT EL TOUR

The 43RD EL TOUR DE TUCSON is now preparing to host one of the premier bicycling events in the country. We hope you participate in this years event on November 21, 2026. You wont be alone given that annually approximately 11,000 cyclists participate in the renowned and popular event. Participants range from novice to professional as they ride either the Century (102 Mile), Metric Century 100 KM (62 Mile) or Metric Half Century 50 KM (32 Mile). There is also a Family Fun Ride consisting of 3-mile and 1-mile rides and the 5K Run/Walk.

Did you know that El Tour de Tucson enables nonprofit, charitable agencies to raise funds for their respective organizations? Learn about their programs and sign up to ride on their teams here. Since 1983, Perimeter Bicycling events have raised over $138 million for local and international charitable organizations.

Perimeter Bicycling and El Tour de Tucson are thrilled to to bring this world class event to downtown Tucson. El Tour de Tucson was recently recognized by USA TODAY as the countrys Top Road Cycling Event. All Rides/Routes start and finish at the Tucson Convention Center and the surrounding area.

THE ROUTES

All Rides/Routes start and finish at the Tucson Convention Center and the surrounding area.

* The Century (7:00am start)
102 Mile
* 5K Run/Walk (7:20 am start)
* The FUN Rides! (8:15 am start)
3 Mile / 1 Mile
* The Metric Century (9:00 am start)
62 Mile/100 Kilometer
* The Half Metric Century (10:00 am start)
32 Mile/50 Kilometer

THE START/FINISH

All rides begin and end at the newly renovated Tucson Convention Center in Downtown Tucson, the location for the day-of-the-event party as well as the two-day packet pickup (Thursday and Friday). Most of the Expo & Fiesta activities will be held indoors at the newly renovated Tucson Convention Center as well as an outdoor beer garden, main stage and outdoor vending booths.

Cyclists collect a commemorative finishers medallion based on distance and/or finish time. Conclude your ride at the post-ride party with family and friends at the party complete with music, the Dragoon Brewing Co. Beer Garden, numerous food vendors, El Tour merchandise zone and the Award Ceremony.

Thousand of fans, spectators and cycling enthusiasts gather to celebrate the weekend that is El Tour de Tucson.

Races

  • Individual - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Platinum Individual - 102 Mile/160 Km (Platinum or Cat 1/2)

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for active or retired members of the military
  • Tandem - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Individual - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Platinum Individual - Metric Century/62 Mile (Platinum or Cat 1/2)

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for active or retired members of the military
  • Tandem - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Individual - Half Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder - Half Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for active or retired members of the military
  • Tandem - Half Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
  • Non-Profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Platinum Non-Profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km (Platinum or Cat 1/2)

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder Non-Profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Tandem Non-Profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • 102 Mile E-Bike

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 15 NOV
  • Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Platinum Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile (Platinum or Cat 1/2)

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Tandem Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • 63 Mile E-Bike

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 15 NOV
  • Non-Profit Rider - Half Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Military or First Responder Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $8.40 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $118.40

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • Tandem Non-Profit Rider - Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $17.50 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $267.50

    OPENS 16 APR
    Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • 32 Mile E-Bike

    Incl. $9.38 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $134.38

    OPENS 15 NOV
  • Family Fun Ride

    Incl. $2.23 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (8:15AM MST)

    $17.23

    OPENS 16 APR
  • Family Fun Ride - Non-Profit Rider

    Incl. $2.23 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (8:15AM MST)

    $17.23

    OPENS 16 APR
    Individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.55 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:20AM MST)

    $22.55

    OPENS 16 APR
    A fun 5K for runners or walkers
  • 5K Run/Walk - Non-Profit Runner

    Incl. $2.55 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:20AM MST)

    $22.55

    OPENS 16 APR
    A fun 5K for runners or walkers 1 that will run for a Non-Profit Team
  • Bike Patrol - 102 Mile/160 Km

    Incl. $3.20 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (7:05AM MST)

    $33.20

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registration for individuals that want to join the Bike Patrol Team. You must have a valid Bike Patrol Team Certification prior to the Event.
  • Bike Patrol - Metric Century/62 Mile

    Incl. $3.20 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $33.20

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registration for individuals that want to join the Bike Patrol Team. You must have a valid Bike Patrol Team Certification prior to the Event.
  • Bike Patrol - Half Metric Century/32 Mile

    Incl. $3.20 Fee

    Sat 21st November 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $33.20

    OPENS 16 APR
    Registration for individuals that want to join the Bike Patrol Team. You must have a valid Bike Patrol Team Certification prior to the Event.

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Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church, Tucson, 85701, AZ, United States

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