A gravel race

for everyone.

October 9 & 10, 2026

Pueblo, CO

Legendary courses, support, & vibes.

We work hard to create the absolute best festival and race we can. For everyone. We’re here for every person and every pace. Grassroots Gravel powered by UCHealth features:

  • legendary routes and course support

  • two-day festival with expo and concert

  • industry-leading race timing

  • the friendliest crew around (seriously we hear it every year)

  • a core focus to build an experience that welcomes everyone.

We’re committed to creating something that matters to each of you, to the industry, and to this community we call home. Grassroots Gravel is family-owned and based right here in Pueblo, Colorado.

Four Courses to love:

Grassroots Gravel features course distances for everyone. All of our routes are on well-maintained roads.

We’ve filled up before race day every year. Stay tuned for registration dates. Registration is non-refundable. View policies here.

  • The Mild - 15 OR 19 miles
    (non-competitive ride)
    How is The Mild two distances? Folks have the option to descend back to town from Aid 1 as an out-and-back or complete the longer loop alongside the Arkansas River.

  • The Lil Chile - 39 miles
    (timed, race or ride)

  • The Half - 75 miles
    (timed, race or ride)

  • The Whole - 113 miles
    (timed, race or ride)

The afterparty

of the gravel season

Grassroots Gravel is the late-season festival, ride and race you’re looking for. We’re here to welcome you and remind you to have fun. Whether this is your first race or you’re a pro looking to push yourself on legendary courses, this is a place for you.

Categories:

  • Women

  • Gender Expansive

  • Men

  • Tandem

Divisions:

  • Para/Adaptive

  • Singlespeed

  • E-bike/Electric-Assist (electric division is timed but is open and non-competitive)

Age Groups:

  • Junior (17 & under)

  • 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Podiums & Prizes:

  • Podium and prize info coming!

Lodging:

  • We’ll update this section as we finalize 2026 lodging deals. Subscribe to our newsletter for future updates.

Policies:

An expo & concert

to remember

The two-day expo at Grassroots Gravel is the spot hang with new and old friends, meet innovators in the cycling and outdoor industry, connect with local and national bike orgs, taste local eats & bevs, and experience music to move you at the concert. This is for you.

Check out the 2025 recap video


Grassroots Gravel 2026 partners