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Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | Free spectator viewing | Food trucks + finish-line beer garden
ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Feb. 18, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley is excited to host the final day of racing for the Tucson Bicycle Classic on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at Naranja Park (810 W. Naranja Drive). Racing runs 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and spectators are welcome to attend at no cost.
More than 600 professional cyclists are expected to compete in Oro Valley’s circuit finale, delivering a fast, crowd-friendly day of racing and supporting local tourism activity. Based on prior-year estimates, the event is anticipated to drive more than $180,000 in regional visitor spending across lodging, restaurants, and retail.
About the Oro Valley Circuit Race
The Oro Valley circuit features a 2.8-mile/4.5-km loop with rolling terrain and a decisive uphill finish on Musette Drive that regularly produces dramatic late-race moves and sprint finishes.
This year’s course-day experience also gets an upgrade for fans, with improved spectator access, food trucks, and a beer garden at the finish line.
“Since the Oro Valley Circuit is the fourth and final day of racing, the competition will be fierce,” said Crystal Franke, Oro Valley’s Destination Marketing Manager. “It’s a great way for people of all ages to experience the excitement of professional cycling right here in our community.”
The Tucson Bicycle Classic runs Feb. 19–22, 2026, culminating in Oro Valley for the finale stage.
Start the day with the TBC Oro Valley 5K
Before the circuit finale begins, runners and walkers can take on a 5K that uses the same Naranja Park course as the professional cyclists. Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m., the 5K starts at 7:15 a.m., and participants must be off the course by 8:30 a.m. so bike racing can begin. After finishing, participants can stick around to watch the action and enjoy finish-line refreshments for guests 21+. Runners can register here.
Facility closures on Race Day Feb. 22
- Naranja Park Archery Range & trails closed
- Naranja Park remote-control flying area closed
- Other park amenities will be available and accessible only by foot/bicycle. No vehicle traffic or parking access.
Traffic restrictions and delays
To support safe racing conditions for riders and spectators, motorists should plan for road closures and delays around Naranja Park. Closures and diversions begin as early as 3 a.m., with traffic control supported by cones, signage, and Oro Valley Police Department officers along the route.
Road restrictions will be in effect Sunday, Feb. 22, from 3 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Major road closures
- Naranja Drive (between Monterra Vista Dr. and Musette Rd.) closed both directions
- Detours: westbound via Monterra Vista Dr.; eastbound via Poinsettia Dr.
- Musette Road (inside the park, from Naranja Dr. to Tangerine Rd.) closed in all directions
- Monterra Vista Drive (between Tangerine Rd. and Naranja Dr.) southbound lanes closed
- Detours: northbound lanes remain open
Click here for a map of all closures and detours or see image below. Additional neighborhood impacts are listed below.
Spectator parking and event access
Important access notes
- No parking at Naranja Park; the park is closed to general vehicle traffic
- No street parking on Naranja Drive or Tangerine Road
Tip: Plan to walk or bike—spectator areas are accessible from Oro Valley’s multi-use path system.
Free spectator parking
- Oro Valley Public Library (1305 W. Naranja Dr.)
- Oro Valley Town Hall (11000 N. La Cañada Dr.)
- Copper Creek Elementary School (11620 N Copper Spring Trail)
On-site amenities
- Food trucks and vendors inside the park
- Beer garden at the finish line
Best places to watch
- Start/Finish (inside the park on Musette Rd. near Tangerine Rd.) – Catch the decisive sprint and hear live race updates from event announcers.
Click here for a map of the best spectator locations, or see map below.
Neighborhood impacts
Naranja Drive
- Pomegranate Dr. closed at Naranja Dr. entrance; access via Lambert Ln. to the south.
- Guava Dr. closed at Naranja Dr. entrance; access via Lambert Ln. to the south.
- Detours: Poinsettia Dr. serves as the eastbound detour for Naranja Dr.; detoured motorists enter/exit neighborhoods via Lambert Ln. Northbound Poinsettia traffic can turn left to westbound Naranja to exit.
Tangerine Road
- Copper Springs Tr. (between Antelope Creek Tr. and Tangerine Rd.) closed; access to Tangerine via Copper Creek Dr.; other access points remain open.
- Sonatina Ln. (between Musette Dr. and Cantata Dr.) closed; access via Verismo Dr.
Monterra Vista Drive
- Plateau Rd. closed at Monterra Vista Dr. entrance; access via Potosi Point Dr. or Ridge Peak Rd.
- Sugar Loaf Rd. closed at Monterra Vista Dr. entrance; access via Ridge Peak Rd. or Azmataz Rd.
- Teskow Dr. closed at Monterra Vista Dr. entrance; access via Quandry Dr. or Flat Iron Dr.
