Montreal is about to host one of the most prestigious cycling competitions on earth: the 2026 UCI Road World Championships (September 19–27, 2026) — returning to Montreal for the first time since 1974! Whether you are an avid cyclist, an eager spectator, or a guest staying at 4610 Coolbrook trying to navigate your daily commute, here is your essential guide to the races, traffic closures, transit hacks, and the public community ride.
9 Days
Sep 19–27, 202613 Races
Elite, U23 & Junior Categories1974
First return in over 50 yearsMain Championship Hub: Parc Jeanne-Mance
The event centre is located at Parc Jeanne-Mance along Avenue du Parc. From 4610 Coolbrook, take the Snowdon Metro (Orange Line) directly to Mont-Royal or Place-des-Arts for effortless access without dealing with road closures!
1. 9-Day Event Schedule at a Glance
| Date | Day | Events & Details |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19 | Saturday | Rando Vélo Beneva (Public Community Ride) — 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (10km, 20km, 40km, 70km) |
| Sep 20 | Sunday | Individual Time Trials: Elite Women (9:00 AM) & Elite Men (12:45 PM) |
| Sep 21 | Monday | Individual Time Trials: U23 Women (9:00 AM) & U23 Men (12:00 PM) |
| Sep 22 | Tuesday | Mixed Team Relay (8:30 AM), Junior Men TT (12:15 PM), Junior Women TT (3:15 PM) |
| Sep 23 | Wednesday | Rest Day — No Competition Road Closures |
| Sep 24 | Thursday | Road Races: U23 Women (9:00 AM) & Junior Men (1:30 PM) |
| Sep 25 | Friday | Road Races: U23 Men (9:00 AM) & Junior Women (2:15 PM) |
| Sep 26 | Saturday | Road Race: Elite Women (9:00 AM) |
| Sep 27 | Sunday | Road Race: Elite Men Grand Finale (9:00 AM) — 274 km, 3,800m+ climb |
2. Commute & Transit Guide for NDG & Snowdon
- Early Fencing & Closures: Road barricades go up at 7:00 AM on each race day and stay until after the finish.
- Take the Metro, Not the Bus: Snowdon Metro station (Orange & Blue lines) is 5 minutes walk from 4610 Coolbrook and is unaffected by road detours. Buses traversing east-west toward Mont-Royal will face significant rerouting.
- Special STM Transit Pass: Look for the "Titre Mondiaux Cyclisme" all-inclusive transit pass valid across Zones A, B, and C during race week.
- Strict Towing Zones: Any vehicle parked on designated circuit streets will be towed immediately.
Live Street Closures Map:
Check the official City of Montreal interactive closure map every morning before driving:
3. Ride the Course Yourself: The Rando Vélo Beneva (Sep 19)
Public Community Ride — Saturday, September 19 (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Want to experience the championship roads without racing? The Rando Vélo Beneva is a non-competitive, fully marshaled public ride open to riders of all ages and abilities on fully closed car-free streets.
Route Options
- 10 km & 20 km: Easy family-friendly flat loops through southern Montreal and Old Port.
- 40 km: The official Elite Time Trial circuit!
- 70 km: Complete distance challenge.
BIXI Bike-Share Integration
Don't have your own bike in Montreal? BIXI is the official ride partner — registered participants can unlock a BIXI bike without normal duration surcharge fees!
4. Best Spectator Viewing Spots
Parc Jeanne-Mance & Finish Line
The central festival atmosphere with giant screens, food trucks, team paddocks, and the finishing straightaway on Avenue du Parc.
Camillien-Houde Mont-Royal Climb
The iconic 1.8km climb (8% grade). This is where the race-winning attacks will happen in the Elite road races!