Racing & events bringing youth
mountain bike athletes
together across the country

What are NICA regional events?

Regionals are a celebration of all-things-NICA: a weekend-long festival with riding, racing, and friends. Honoring NICA’s roots as a racing organization, NICA Regional events feature competitive opportunities for high school aged riders from participating leagues. But, like all NICA events, Regionals is both a race weekend and a party, and includes GRiT, Teen Trail Corps, and Adventure activities. On top of shredding the trails, attendees can attend clinics, ride with the pros, and check out the one-of-a-kind event expo featuring both local and national vendors and partners.

At Regionals, the energy is infectious, the community is top-notch, and fun is the foundation for a great weekend together with NICA friends new and old.

Who can participate?

Regional events are open to all to attend! Come check out the expo, enjoy the venue, and take in all the action on race day. Racing is open to high school riders from participating leagues. Adventure rides, GRiT activities, pre-rides, and other on-bike activities are open to all registered riders (of all age levels) and coaches from across NICA. Some events may include limited clinics that are open to the public. All the details for every festival weekend will be available on each event page.

You don’t need to race to take part in Regionals, but lining up between the tape can be a part of your experience!

Learn more about racing and participation requirements by reviewing our Regionals Handbook (coming soon).

where are the events located?

Regional events take place at incredible mountain bike trail systems across the country! If you are interested in hosting a NICA Regional event, or you know of a venue that would support an event of this size, please reach out to our events team. Local tourism and recreation organizations are encouraged to inquire!