THE CACTUS CUP
MARCH 12-14, 2027
ARIZONA’S ORIGINAL MOUNTAIN BIKE STAGE RACE, THE RENOWNED SPECIALIZED CACTUS CUP
MARCH 12-14, 2027
THE SPECIALIZED CACTUS CUP
The Specialized Cactus Cup
Three days of bikes. Two days of racing. One big season opener.
Kick off your mountain bike season at McDowell Mountain Regional Park — just 40 minutes from Phoenix.
Pro panels, kids events, camping, demos, and plenty of space to let the kids run wild.
Join the weekend everyone talks about.
Camp. Ride. Race. Repeat.
The Cactus Cup 2026
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COME FOR THE RACING.
It’s the season opener for professional and amateur athletes alike! Events include: Cross Country, Sprint Cross Country, Duo and eBike categories.
THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN RIDE.
Events for everyone; short and long distances, kids camp and racing, bunny hop contest and gravel ride.
KICK BACK AND RELAX.
Check out the Recovery Zone with videos playing on the big screen or enjoy live music with String Pilots! Grab a campsite and stay all weekend!
Be A PART OF HISTORY.
The Legendary Specialized Cactus Cup is a time-honored tradition founded in 1991. Are you legend enough!?
