The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) confirmed on June 12 that the 2026 Road World Championships will take place in Montreal, Quebec, from September 20 to September 27. The announcement comes exactly 100 days before the start of the eight‑day competition, marking the first time the global cycling event will be staged in the Canadian city.
The championship will feature the sport's elite cyclists, representing national teams from across the world. Over the course of eight consecutive days, riders will contest a series of road races that determine world titles in various categories. The event follows the UCI's annual tradition of gathering the top talent in road cycling for a week‑long series of races that attract significant international attention.
Montreal, known for its diverse terrain and urban streetscapes, will host the races across a course designed to test riders' speed, endurance, and tactical acumen. While specific route details have not been released, the city's infrastructure is expected to accommodate the logistical demands of a world‑class sporting event, including team support vehicles, media presence, and spectator areas.
The 2026 edition joins a long history of UCI Road World Championships that rotate among different host cities each year. By bringing the competition to Montreal, the UCI aims to showcase the sport to a North American audience and provide local fans the opportunity to see the world's best cyclists compete on home soil. The event is scheduled to run from September 20 through September 27, encompassing a full eight days of racing.