GFNY announces seven 2026 USA races on the Road to NYC

April 7, 2026

Global cycling competition platform GFNY brings its Road to NYC to key U.S. markets across spring and fall

NEW YORK CITY (April 7, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – GFNY, the global cycling competition platform, announces its 2026 GFNY USA calendar, featuring six cycling races and one 5K run across major metropolitan and destination markets in the United States. Each event is part of the GFNY Road to NYC, the global qualification pathway culminating at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City.

From the flat roads of Miami to the climbs of Pittsburgh and the fast courses of Maryland and Florida, GFNY USA offers athletes multiple opportunities to compete, qualify, and improve their ranking throughout the season on their Road to NYC.

Each GFNY race is part of the GFNY Road to NYC, allowing athletes to progress within a global ranking system. The Road to NYC culminates at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City, where riders from around the world compete for overall and age-group titles.

GFNY events deliver a unified race experience built on competition, safety, and consistency across all host cities:

A Seamless Race Experience

• Police-controlled intersections with riders’ right of way throughout the course

• Start-to-finish chip timing with overall and age group rankings

• “Be a Pro For a Day®” racing environment for every athlete

A Professional Race Atmosphere

• Iconic start and finish venues

• Professional race photography

• Fully supported aid stations

Comprehensive Race Operations

• Rolling and stationary mechanical support

• Medical services and sweep vehicles

• Dedicated athlete communication and race hotline

• Detailed race guides and pre-event communication

Athlete Benefits

• Post-race meal and Michelob ULTRA Cheer Beer

• Qualification opportunities for the Elite Corral

• GFNY global rankings

• Multi-finisher medal program

“Every GFNY race is a step on the Road to NYC,” said GFNY President Lidia Fluhme. “Athletes compete throughout the season to qualify and improve their ranking, with the journey culminating at the World Championship in New York City.”

GFNY USA races on the Road to NYC

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Miami – April 19

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Miami 5k run – April 19

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Pittsburgh – Monroeville – September 20

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Maryland – Cambridge – October 4

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Florida – Hardee – October 25

Destination: Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – May 17

Also on race day: Gran Premio New York City – May 17

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Miami and GFNY Miami 5k run

Scheduled for April 19, 2026, GFNY Miami offers a fully closed to traffic highway for ideal racing conditions. The 83.9 km competitive long course with just 7 meters of elevation gain, making it the flattest race on the GFNY calendar. The race starts and finishes at Miccosukee Resort & Casino on the western edge of Miami, at the gateway to the Everglades.

The event also features a 5K run starting at 6:30 am. Athletes may participate in either event or compete in both through the GFNY Miami Double. Completing both contributes two finishes toward the GFNY 3x medal program.

Gran Premio New York City pro race and the 14th Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

On May 17, 2026, the UCI 1.2 Gran Premio New York City will feature approximately 120 professional riders from 20 teams starting 10 minutes ahead of the mass participation field.

Both races share the same 137 km (85-mile) course, beginning on the traffic-free lower level of the George Washington Bridge and covering Bergen County, NJ and Rockland County, NY with 1,945 meters (6,500 feet) of climbing.

The 14th Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is the culmination of the GFNY Road to NYC and the most important race on the calendar.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Pittsburgh – Monroeville

The second edition of the race on September 20 features a 128.6 km competitive course with 2,652 meters of climbing. The recreational medium distance (75.7 km) includes the same key climbs and full race support.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Maryland Cambridge

The fourth edition takes place on October 4, offering a 148.7 km course with 147 meters of elevation gain along the scenic roads of Dorchester County, including views of the Chesapeake Bay.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY Florida Hardee

The 7th edition of the Florida race on October 25 is now held in Hardee County. It features a fast 135.7 km course with 244 meters of climbing. The route highlights the rural roads of Central Florida, designed for high-speed racing and consistent conditions.

For more information about GFNY USA events, visit gfny.com.

About GFNY Global Platform

GFNY Global Platform is an international cycling competition platform that designs, owns, and operates a structured system of races worldwide. All GFNY races are part of the GFNY Road to NYC, the global qualification pathway that culminates at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City.

GFNY events feature mass-start, fully timed competition with age-group rankings and qualification opportunities. GFNY operates a fully integrated rider platform, managing registration, results, rankings, and athlete data across all events globally.

Website: gfny.com

About the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City

The Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is GFNY’s flagship event and the final stage of the GFNY Course to NYC. Held annually on a challenging road course in and around New York City, it brings together riders from more than 90 countries.

Website: nyc.gfny.com

GFNY Pro Series

The GFNY Pro Series is GFNY’s professional racing platform, built around an integrated Pro–Am format in which UCI-sanctioned professional races are held on the same courses and weekends as GFNY mass-participation events. The format was pioneered at Gran Premio New York City and is expanding selectively to additional locations, including Gran Premio Cozumel, subject to UCI approval.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

GFNY Results: here
GFNY World calendar graphic: here
Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.
Uli Fluhme, uli@gfny.com
Caroline Lindsay, caroline@gfny.com