United Kingdom (May 21, 2025) — The world’s most accomplished male cyclists are expected to make their return to Colorado in September 2026 with the launch of the Tour of Colorado, a newly established stage race organized by Infinity Events Group. Event organizer Scott Taylor said that the first year will be men’s only, with a women’s event to follow in later years, according to an interview he gave to the Denver Post.
Marking the return of men’s elite-level road racing to Colorado for the first time since 2018, the five-stage event is anticipated to attract some of the most prominent teams in global road racing. The Colorado Classic was the last pro cycling stage race held in Colorado. The event’s last edition was 2019. Previous pro cycling Colorado stage races include the Coors Classic and the USA Pro Challenge. The race will traverse Colorado’s striking landscapes and diverse terrains, offering a challenging course that highlights iconic locations across the state. Detailed race dates and route information will be announced before the end of 2025.
Beyond the competition, the Tour of Colorado will integrate a comprehensive social impact program, aiming to maximize the event’s social and economic benefits for Colorado’s communities and businesses.
Scott Taylor, Director of Infinity Events Group, expressed his enthusiasm about the event, stating: “We are very pleased to be developing the new Tour of Colorado stage race. The combination of Colorado’s rich history of cycle racing, the amazing scenery, and the incredible support that past races have received provide the perfect foundation for us to create an exciting, world-class race with bold ambitions for the future.”
Supporting this vision, Brendan Quirk, CEO and President of USA Cycling, added: “We are pleased to support Infinity Events Group’s proposal to bring a stage race back to Colorado. Their vision for the Tour of Colorado is exciting. It will be an inspirational event for the sport in the U.S. and will be an amazing opportunity for people to see some of the best cyclists in the world.”
Among those looking forward to the event is Sepp Kuss, the 2023 Vuelta a España winner and a native of Durango, Colorado. He shared his enthusiasm, saying:
“It’s great news that a stage race will return to Colorado. I can’t wait for the peloton to experience the beauty of my home state. We have some tough and amazing climbs that will challenge the best riders. I hope the Tour of Colorado can inspire many to follow our sport more closely or, even better, start riding their bike themselves.”
The Governor of Colorado, the Honorable Jared Polis, also welcomed the announcement: “There is no better state to train and compete in than Colorado. I am excited to watch the 2026 Tour of Colorado stage race, which gathers cyclists from across the world to compete at the highest level in the Rocky Mountains. This exciting event brings spectators from around the globe, bolstering Colorado’s outdoor recreation economy and highlights why Colorado is the best state for all athletes.”
With the Tour of Colorado set to debut in 2026, the event is poised to become a landmark in American cycling, reinforcing Colorado’s status as a premier destination for world-class sporting events.
