Ultimate List Of Women’s Cycling & Gravel Events 2026

There is something really special about doing a women’s only cycling event. The atmosphere at these events are inviting, supportive, friendly–and often a little silly!

Here is a big list of women’s cycling events including organized rides, clinics, and tours. You’ll find both road cycling events as well as gravel ones.

If you’re looking for some off-road fun, you’ll also want to check out our list of women’s mountain bike clinics and events.

Dusty Bandita

The Dusty Bandita is a women’s gravel bike race dedicated to increasing the presence of women in cycling events. It aims to inspire participants to push their limits and explore beautiful places, and offers a 45 or 85 mile course.

The event provides a safe and encouraging environment, promoting confidence and camaraderie among women cyclists. And if you finish, you get a bandana!

Where: Ovando, Montana

When: June 6, 2026

Learn More: https://www.thedustybandita.com/

Goldilocks

Goldilocks is a women-only, fully supported, and non-competitive bike ride. The organizers offer a variety of routes (20, 40, 60, 80, and 100 miles) to cater to all levels.

Experience the unique beauty of Utah County and Utah Lake, with comprehensive support including stocked aid stations, support riders, and SAG vehicles. This is an ideal event to push your limits, enjoy the camaraderie, and achieve your cycling goals in a fun and supportive environment.

Want to know more? Listen to my podcast interview with the ladies of Goldilocks.

Where: Provo, UT

When: September 19, 2026

Learn More: https://www.goldilockscycling.com/

Little Red

Little Red is hands-down the most fun road event I’ve ever participated in. Each year they have a different theme and costumes are encouraged!

The fun starts on Friday night with shopping and dinner. On Saturday, ride lengths include 17, 30, 55, 70 and 100-mile routes

Where: Logan, UT

When: June 6, 2026

Learn More: https://lrrh.org/

Pigtails Ride

The Pigtails Ride is a women-specific bike ride on one of the most scenic trails in the Midwest. The 48-mile ride begins and ends in Ankeny’s Prairie Trail and travels the High Trestle Trail. You’ll get lunch, drinks, and plenty of swag.

Where: Ankeny, Iowa

When: May 16, 2026

Learn More: https://pigtailsride.com/

Spindarella

Spinderella is Idaho’s premier ladies-only bicycle ride that boasts 5 scenic distances from 10 miles to 100 miles. In addition to a great ride, you get lunch at the finish, a chance to win a bike, and a raffle entry. I’ve done the 100 miler and can promise that it’s a ton of fun.

Where: Pocatello, ID

When: June 20, 2026

Learn More: https://spinderellaride.com/

Wild Goose Chase

I first heard of the Wild Goose Chase in my podcast interview with Georgena Terry who is the founder of this ride. The ride features low-traffic scenic county roads in and around Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) and raises money for the refuge.

Where: Cambridge, MD

When: September 26-27, 2026

Learn More: http://www.friendsofblackwater.org/wild-goose-chase.html

Practice Bicycle Tours Lake Annecy

Ready to ride Europe in style?  Practice Bicycle Tours offers custom women’s bike tours and training camps. Their Lake Annecy tour is particularly appealing.

Offered on multiple dates throughout the summer and early fall, this is a 6 day, 5 night tour with a small group (4-8 women). You’ll ride every day in the beautiful French Alps and along the edge of sparkling Lake Annecy.

Trip Dates: Multiple

Location: Lake Annecy, France

Learn More: https://practicebicycletours.com/womens-bike-tours-lake-annecy/

Woman Tours Cross Country Northern Tier

Dreaming of a BIG tour but don’t want to do it alone?  Consider this women-only cross-country tour along half of the Northern Tier.

The ride begins in Washington and ends in South Dakota.  The registration fee includes lodging, home cooked meals, SAG support, and more.

Their other trips include Cuba, Italy, and Spain, and some are e-bike friendly.

Trip Dates: 06/25/26- 08/02/26

Learn More: https://www.womantours.com/

Eat, Sleep, Cycle Girona Women’s Camp

Designed for women of all abilities–beginner to pro–this camp allows you to spend a full week thinking about nothing but bikes. Each day, there are multiple distances you can choose from and other ways to tailor the trip to your ability level and preferences.

Guides will also help participants work on group riding skills, descending, cornering and climbing technique.

If Girona doesn’t sound like your jam, they also have women’s only trips in France and Andalucia,

Dates: May 4-10, 2026

Location: Girona, Spain

Learn More: https://www.eatsleepcycle.com/tour/girona-womens-cycling-camp/

Rapha Women’s 100

The Rapha Women’s 100 is a virtual event encouraging riders across the world to complete 100 km on the same day. This event is not just about the distance; it’s about the strength, determination, and community it builds among female cyclists. By participating, you join a global sisterhood of cyclists, encouraging and supporting each other to achieve a personal milestone.

Dates: September 5-6, 2026

Location: Virtual

Learn More: https://content.rapha.cc/us/en/story/womens100

More Women’s Road Cycling & Gravel Events

Eastern U.S.

• Get A Grip Cycling Retreat – Petersburg, PA (Aug 7-9, 2026)
• Adirondack Women’s Weekend -Saranac Lake, NY ( June 26-28, 2026)

Europe

• Komoot Women’s Badlands Rally – Granada, Spain (April 18-25)
• GBI Ladies TransAlp –  Salzburg, Austria (Aug 10-16)
• Sporting Women Cycling Camp – (Aug 27-30,)
• Mellow Jersey Women’s Tours – multiple dates and locations
• Girls Get Strong Cycling Camps – Mallorca, Spain (multiple dates)

Other

• Wild Rose Women’s Gran Fondo – Calgary, AB (Aug 23)

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