2026 Mountain Bike Events & Races in Ontario

Ontario is a go-to destination for great mountain bike events and races. That’s no surprise given the province’s sheer variety of terrain: From ski hills that transform into epic cross-country singletrack trails to long slabs of Precambrian bedrock and rooty technical rides, Ontario mountain biking is world class. Add to that some downhill, cross-country and enduro, and you can certainly find something to challenge your skills, regardless of your ability level.

More and more mountain bike opportunities are emerging as dedicated trail-builders and community groups come together to dream up new rides. This has led to a fiesta of races, festivals and events—all listed here. This is your guide to the year’s best mountain bike races and events in Ontario.

April

25 Hardwood SingleTrack Classic, Barrie

Whether you race or ride, the Hardwood SingleTrack Classic offers 21 km (one loop, half-marathon) or 42 km (two loops, full marathon). There are lots of prizes, food and bike demos, making the race a great season opener. The course is always a surprise mix of routes, in different directions, so expect the unexpected if you’re a regular.

May

10  Hell of the North, Ballantrae

This annual spring classic features a 100-km race, including a mix of dirt roads, rail trails and epic climbs for gravel and mountain bikes in the Oak Ridges Moraine north of Toronto.

16 Highlands Nordic OCup #1, Duntroon

The opening event of the Ontario Cup mountain bike race series is a great way to start the season on challenging courses featuring loads of climbs, flow trail and twisty singletrack.

30 Tour of Kincardine, Kincardine

Discover the single-track and waterfront trails in Kincardine in a cross-discipline classic bike race. Two options are available: a beginner-friendly 10-km short course and a challenging 30-km long course. 

June

6 Women's 4-Hour MTB Relay, Barrie

The Women’s 4-Hour Relay is determined by time not distance so you’ll never feel like you’re racing neck to neck with someone. It’s a fun and supportive ride to do solo, or in teams of two, three or four.

13-14 Boler Mountain OCup #2, London

London’s Boler Mountain hosts the second stop on the Ontario Cup race series, showcasing the area’s dynamic trails. Come for a fun weekend of racing with multiple distances and age categories.

20-21 Hardwood OCup #3, Barrie

Experience the great single-track at Hardwood Ski and Bike in Barrie in this well-established, competitive event on the Ontario Cup mountain bike race series, organized by Pulse Racing.

27-28 24 Hours Summer Solstice, Caledon

The 24 Hours of Summer Solstice at Albion Hills is a weekend event, complete with camping, firepits and kids’ races. The festivities date back to 1994 and have been an Ontario favourite ever since. This race through the rolling hills of Caledon is open for teams of one to 10.

July

5 Trail Hub Enduro, Uxbridge

Enduro is fast paced downhill where segments are timed. The first stop in the Ontario Enduro Race Series, Uxbridge’s Trail Hub includes forested single- and doubletrack that rides fast and fun. The trails offer easy connections to Walker Woods, Glen Major, Dagmar and Durma Forest networks.

19 Huntsville Enduro Series, Huntsville

The second stop on the Ontario Enduro Race Series, this great mountain bike event in Huntsville includes a mix of flow and rugged Canadian Shield rock slabs.

24-26 The Salty Marie, Sault Ste. Marie

Join in The Salty Marie Trails Fest at Hiawatha Highlands, in Sault Ste. Marie. In addition to races, local vendors from Sault Ste. Marie will be on-site as well as plenty of food and drink options. Kids aged 5 to 8, or anyone just starting out, can join in the fun on the Saltine Shred, a 2 km course. The next step up is the Little Toe at 10 km, followed by the Long Toe 25 km, and The Big Toe at 50 km.

25 Summer Epic 8 Hour, Barrie

On this mountain bike team relay race, riders from solo up to a team of six ride along a flowing, not-too-technical, 10 km course at Hardwood Ski & Bike. The winner is determined by the most laps completed. It’s a fun-spirited and challenging day with prizes and a great community. Early participants can snag a campsite on location, or if you want quiet, the Carriage Ridge Resort is the official accommodation of the ride.

August

8-9 Mansfield 24HR MTB Event

This fun, family-friendly event is smaller than most, with registration in the 100s, not 1000s. It’s an intimate event that lasts all weekend. Come on Friday for live music and a barbeque kick off. The 17 km loop is fast and flowy trails, mixed with some wider sections for passing lanes. Did we mention the goal of this relay race is to ride the course as many times as possible in 24 hours? Tickets include on-site camping, shirts and meal vouchers.

14 Barrie Enduro Race Series, Barrie

Horseshoe Valley offers a legendary bike park, and it’s the perfect location for an enduro mountain bike race that trends mostly downhill. Come try out your speed on these fast, flowy trails. Timed segments add up to fast and fun racing.

16 Highlands Enduro, Duntroon

21-23 Crank the Shield, Sault Ste. Marie

Ontario’s most epic stage race is back in 2026 with a new course and even better singletrack. Sign up for an endurance event that's both fun and challenging, highlighting some of Canada’s most scenic landscapes.

22 Wilderness Tours Enduro, Petawawa

27 Fall Epic 8-hour MTB Relay, Barrie

Complete as many laps as possible of an exciting 10-km loop at Hardwood Ski and Bike in this eight-hour event. You can enter as a solo rider or as part of a team. Get ready for great camaraderie and a fun way to wrap up you mountain bike season, on some of Ontario’s finest trails.

30 Cannondale Eager Beaver XCMarathon, Mulmur

Choose from 30 to 60 kilometres of rolling singletrack through the Dufferin Forest and Mansfield Outdoor Centre in the Eager Beaver. Also, this race is part of the Eager Beaver Weekend; the previous day is a gravel race.September

September

5 2026 Canadian XCM Championship, Sault Ste. Marie

Hosted by the Sault Cycling Club, the XCM Canadian Championship showcases Ontario’s “trail town”, with multiple race categories on spectacular singletrack in the Hiawatha Highlands.

6 Hiawatha Highlands OCup #4, Sault Ste. Marie

The fourth installment of the Ontario Cup mountain bike race series is a worthy follow up to the Canadian XCM Championship on the trails in Sault Ste. Marie. Sign up for fun and competitive racing with a supportive atmosphere.

11-13 MTB Provincial Championships, Uxbridge

The Durham Shredders mountain bike club is hosting the Ontario mountain bike championships at the Woodnewton trails in Uxbridge. The 3-day event includes individual races for all ages as well as a relay race.

14 Barrie Enduro Race Series, Barrie

Horseshoe Valley offers a legendary bike park, and it’s the perfect location for an enduro mountain bike race that trends mostly downhill. Come try out your speed on these fast, flowy trails. Timed segments add up to fast and fun racing.

19-20 North Bay Enduro Series, North Bay

This is a double-header enduro race. Saturday marks the Ontario provincial championships for enduro riding on the rooty, rocky, tight-turning Three Towers trail system. On Sunday, race on North Bay’s Laurentian trails, which are noted for fast, flowy bits and scenic views.

26 Fall Epic 8-hour MTB Relay Barrie

Complete as many laps as possible of an exciting 10-km loop at Hardwood Ski and Bike in this eight-hour event. You can enter as a solo rider or as part of a team. Get ready for great camaraderie and a fun way to wrap up your mountain bike season, on some of Ontario’s finest trails.

October

4 Ganny Enduro, Peterborough

Located in the Millbrook Trail system and the Ganaraska Forest, this is a big race with hundreds of riders competing in the Ontario Provincial Enduro Championship. Riders race multiple segments, mostly downhill, then combine the segment times, meant to mimic a group ride. It’s fast and tight through the trees on packed singletrack trails.

24 Hardwood Singletrack Challenge, Barrie

This brand new event involves riding the full system of trails at Hardwood Hills in any order, adding up to 52 km of epic mountain biking. Categories include solo riders and teams of two.

25 Turkey Point Marathon, Turkey Point

Ride or race the trails at Turkey Point Mountain Bike Club, with options for the Full, Half or Sprint course. Afterwards, hang out at the Marshview Patio and Bar.

TBD Fall Classic Night Race, London

Join in this annual night race at Boler Mountain in London. Riders must bring their own light.

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