El Tour Expo & Fiesta
- Date
- November 19–21, 2026
- Distance
- Indoor Non-Profit Organization Booth · Indoor Local Bike Shop Booth · Indoor Bike Industry Booth & more
From the Organizer
Be part of the El Tour de Tucson Expo & Fiesta!
El Tour de Tucson is preparing to host the 43rd Tour and was recently recognized by USA TODAY as the TOP ROAD CYCLING EVENT in the country! We hope you participate in this year’s 3-Day Expo & Fiesta (November 19-21, 2026). Over 10,000 cyclists and over 1,500 runners participate in the world renowned event annually.
Since 1983, thousands of cycling enthusiasts, friends, family and fun seekers descend upon downtown Tucson to enjoy El Tour de Tucson! This year El Tour was recognized by Participating exhibitors have an exclusive opportunity to showcase their brand and interact with attendees in a festival atmosphere. The El Tour de Tucson Expo & Fiesta is FREE and open to the public.
Meet, greet, and engage riders that have come to pick up their registration packet for El Tour, then stay to check out the latest and greatest the bike universe has to offer! The El Tour de Tucson Expo & Fiesta is a great opportunity to promote your business or organization as well as sell products at one of Arizona's largest special events.
For two days prior to El Tour, over 10,000 cyclists and attendees interact with exhibitors, from big brands to local shops. Merchandise sales, product demos, giveaways, panels, contests, beer garden and entertainment daily — it’s all at the El Tour Expo & Fiesta.
Booth space is now indoors at the newly renovated Tucson Convention Center's Exhibition Hall in Downtown Tucson. There is also outdoor options on the surrounding grounds for large displays and trailers on ride day only. Wifi access, an 8-foot table, and 2 chairs are included per 10' x 10' booth. Tents and electricity are not included, but are available at an additional cost.
Expo & Fiesta/Packet Pickup Days/Hours
Thursday – November 19th, Noon – 8pm
Friday – November 20th, Noon – 8pm
El Tour de Tucson Ride Day/Hours
Saturday – November 21st, 6am – 5pm
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
9%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tucson Wfo, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tucson, AZ
Population
543,348
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,430 ft
Nearest Airport
TUS
Tucson International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at El Tour Expo & Fiesta, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
155
Days to train
- Race
- El Tour Expo & Fiesta
- Date
- November 19–21, 2026
Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the El Tour Expo & Fiesta?
- El Tour Expo & Fiesta is a running race held in Tucson, Arizona on November 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the El Tour Expo & Fiesta?
- Thursday, November 19, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona at Tucson Convention Center. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the El Tour Expo & Fiesta?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
El Tour Expo & Fiesta
Nov 19, 2026