43rd El Tour de Tucson
About the Event
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 year’s event on November 21, 2026. You won’t 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 country’s 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 finisher’s 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.
The 43rd El Tour de Tucson brings an exciting Ultra, 4.8K, 5K to Tucson, Arizona on November 21, 2026. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Races Offered
Cycling
Individual - 102 Mile/160 Km
Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Platinum Individual - 102 Mile/160 Km (Platinum or Cat 1/2)
Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder - 102 Mile/160 Km
Registrations for active or retired members of the military
Tandem - 102 Mile/160 Km
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Individual - Metric Century/62 Mile
Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Platinum Individual - Metric Century/62 Mile (Platinum or Cat 1/2)
Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder - Metric Century/62 Mile
Registrations for active or retired members of the military
Tandem - Metric Century/62 Mile
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Individual - Half Metric Century/32 Mile
Register as an Individual and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder - Half Metric Century/32 Mile
Registrations for active or retired members of the military
Tandem - Half Metric Century/32 Mile
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and not part of a Non-Profit Team
Non-profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km
Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Platinum Non-profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km (Platinum or Cat 1/2)
Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder Non-profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km
Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Tandem Non-profit Rider - 102 Mile/160 Km
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
102 Mile E-Bike
Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile
Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Platinum Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile (Platinum or Cat 1/2)
Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile
Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Tandem Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/62 Mile
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
63 Mile E-Bike
Non-profit Rider - Half Metric Century/32 Mile
Registrations for individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Military or First Responder Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/32 Mile
Registrations for Military (Active Duty or Retired) that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Tandem Non-profit Rider - Metric Century/32 Mile
Each Tandem Rider must register separately and and will ride for a Non-Profit Team
32 Mile E-Bike
Family Fun Ride
Family Fun Ride - Non-profit Rider
Individuals that will ride for a Non-Profit Team
Bike Patrol - 102 Mile/160 Km
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
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
Registration for individuals that want to join the Bike Patrol Team. You must have a valid Bike Patrol Team Certification prior to the Event.
Running
5K Run/Walk
A fun 5K for runners or walkers
5K Run/Walk - Non-profit Runner
A fun 5K for runners or walkers 1 that will run for a Non-Profit Team
About Tucson
43rd El Tour de Tucson takes place in Tucson, Arizona, United States. The local timezone is America/Phoenix.
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