Schedule of Events

Wednesday August 19, 2026

Welcome Party/Event Discussion Q&A with the Gravel Worlds Team.

5:30PM-8PM

The Rooftop at Bierhaus
151 N 8th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

A community-building time to welcome everyone to Lincoln and answer any last-minute questions about the event and/or routes! Live Music provided by D Y N O.

Thursday August 20, 2026

Location: Sandhills Global Event Center

Expo:

12pm-6pm

Stroll through the INDOOR Gravel Worlds Expo and soak it all in!
With 70+ amazing vendors and non-profits, there’s something for everyone, from the latest gear and apparel to inspiring causes and community vibes. Come explore, connect, and celebrate all things gravel!

CHECK-IN:

12pm-7pm

Check-In is open for all race categories!
No matter what you’re riding or running, you’re good to go… Swing by and get checked in!

Yoga provided by Lululemon:

1pm

Don’t forget to bring your own mat if you have one!
This session will take place on the north grass field, just outside the expo. See you out there!
BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) if possible.

THNG:

5pm

Thursday Night Gravel (THnG) Group Ride
Presented by GoodLife Cyclery

Join us for a fun and social ride that starts and finishes right outside the south side of the Gravel Worlds Expo! Whether you're spinning the legs or just in it for the vibes, this ride is the perfect way to kick off the weekend.

GROUP RUN:

6pm

Join us for the official Gravel Worlds Group Run!
Shake out those legs and get race-day ready with a fun, low-key run the day before the Gravel Worlds Run Series kicks off. All paces welcome, come move with us!

Friday August 21, 2026

Location: Sandhills Global Event Center

RUN SERIES:

Runner Only Last Minute Check-In: 5am

• 50K Run Start: 5:30am (Potential 5am Start for forecasted extreme heat)

• 25k Run Start: 6:30am (Potential 6am Start for forecasted extreme heat).

• 10k Run Start: 8:30am

Lauf Owners Community Ride:

10am

Led by the Lauf Pros, this ride is open to all bikes and all riders!
We’ll stop mid-ride for an epic Lauf group photo on course, so don’t miss it. Whether you’re on a Lauf or not, you’re welcome to roll on this Friday morning group ride!

Expo:

10am-6pm

Stroll through the INDOOR Gravel Worlds Expo and soak it all in!
With 70+ amazing vendors and non-profits, there’s something for everyone, from the latest gear and apparel to inspiring causes and community vibes. Come explore, connect, and celebrate all things gravel!

CHECK-IN:

10am-7pm

Check-In is open for all race categories!
No matter what you’re riding, you’re good to go… Swing by and get checked in! We have emergency check-in Saturday morning from 5am-7am for special circumstances.

Yoga Provided By LULULEMON:

10:30am

Don’t forget to bring your own mat if you have one!
This session will take place on the north grass field, just outside the expo. See you out there!
BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) if possible.

Thank Gravel It’s Friday x lauf Group Ride:

11am

Don’t miss this high-vibe group ride led by the stoke masters themselves — Thank Gravel It’s Friday!
Meet us by the south entrance of the expo, we roll out around 11 AM. Come for the fun, the community, and those good gravel vibes!

Bonus: The first 100 riders to sign up get a FREE exclusive Gravel Worlds x Lauf x TGIF shirt, more info to come soon.

Run Awards:

12pm

Join us at the Main Stage for the 50K, 25K, and 10K Awards Ceremony!
Celebrate the grit, grind, and glory as we recognize the top finishers from each distance. Come cheer them on and be part of the celebration!

Women’s Panel SPonsored by Girls gone gravel:

1pm

Don’t miss a special panel featuring some of the most influential women in the gravel community!
They’ll be answering your must-know and relatable questions about women’s cycling… Sharing stories, insights, and empowering advice for riders of all levels. Sponsored by Girls Gone Gravel, Moderated by Kathryn Taylor.

Women’s Group Ride:

2pm

Shake out those legs on the official Gravel Worlds Women’s Group Ride, open to all skill levels whether it’s your first event or your 100th!

Pro Preview Show:

2:15pm

Rider’s MEeting/Raffle

Welcome Speech From Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird & Raffle!

3:30pm

Wheelie Good Pebble Pedal:

4pm

Bring the kiddos and their bikes for one of the cutest events of the weekend!
Join us around 3:40 PM to decorate custom race plates and snag some awesome swag.

The fun course winds through the expo and around the event center grounds, stopping at two checkpoints, and finishing with a triumphant ride through the finish line, where our tiniest Gravel Worlds riders get their moment to shine!

One boy and one girl will win a 20” bike and a signed Gravel Worlds jersey.

Long Voyage Send-Off:

5pm

Head to the south side of the expo building and cheer on the Long Voyage 300 competitors!
Show your support as these riders take on an epic challenge, your cheers will mean the world!

5K Run Start:

5:30pm

Bring the whole family, and even your pup, for our fun, family-friendly, non-competitive 5K run!
Cross the finish line to live music vibes, then kick back with delicious food trucks and refreshing drinks. It’s a celebration for all ages!

LIVE BAND:

5:30-7:30pm

Saturday August 22, 2026

Location: Sandhills Global Event Center

BIKE START TIMES:

LAST MINUTE CHECK-IN: 5-7am Please only use if you have no other option

• Pro Men’s GW150 Start: 5:55am

• Pro Women’s GW150 Start: 6:05am

• GW150 General Field Start: 6:30am

• GW75 Start: 7:00am

• GW35 Start: 8:00am

• GW10 Fun Ride Start: 8:15am

After Gravel Festival:

12pm-6pm

Join our amazing sponsors and participating brands right outside the finish line!
Cheer on the riders, enjoy great food and drinks, and celebrate the sport we all love together. It’s the perfect way to chill out after your ride!

SILCA / NICA BIKE WASH:

11am-6pm

Get your bike cleaned off. Free will donation to our local NICA team. Please give generously.

TRIATHLON CHECKIN

12PM-4PM

Join our amazing sponsors and participating brands right outside the finish line!
Cheer on the rider

AWARDS CEREMONY:

6pm-8pm

Awards will be presented to applicable age-group podium finishers, so celebrate your hard-earned success!
And don’t miss the legendary sword award ceremony honoring our 2025 champions. Stick around for the epic finale!

GOLDEN COB AWARD CUT OFF:

4:30pm

Earn your golden cob award by finishing your 150 mile journey within 10 hours! Join the 10 hour pacing group, led by Kae from Lauf!

FIRST2LAST PARTY:

8pm-10pm

As the sun sets, the celebration kicks into high gear!
Enjoy fun activations like a photo booth, tasty food, refreshing drinks, and pop-ups from partner brands. We’re here to celebrate every participant, from first to last.

And don’t miss the epic champagne spray for our last place finisher, the biggest splash in gravel history!

Live music by D Y N O will keep the good vibes flowing all night long.

GW150 Cut Off:

9:59pm

GW300 Cut Off:

11pm

Sunday August 23, 2026

ALL SUNDAY ACTIVITIES AT BRANCHED OAK LAKE STATE PARK: GOOGLE MAP LINK

gravel worlds triathlon/usatri gravel national championships

5:30AM- 7:00AM

Athlete Checkin
5:30AM

Transition Zones Open

7:45am

Athlete meeting

8am-1pm

Take on the Gravel Worlds Triathlon! Swim/bike/run or just bike/run!

Rolling starts after 8am for all distances.

Branched Oak Lake