Tour de Dirt Kids Kup - The Dam Race 2026

Description

The Tour de Dirt Kids Kup season wraps up in unforgettable fashion at The Dam Race in Edmond, set against the wide‑open views and rolling terrain of Lake Arcadia. This finale brings all the energy, cheers, and big‑day excitement our young riders have been building toward all season long. The course offers smooth, confidence‑boosting lines with just the right amount of challenge—perfect for riders ready to finish strong.

As the final stop of the 2026 Kids Kup series, this race also features our End‑of‑Series Kids Kup Awards, celebrating the hard work, growth, and grit of young riders who’ve taken on the season. It’s a chance for families to come together, cheer loudly, and recognize the accomplishments of every kid who showed up and gave it their all.

About Tour de Dirt Tour de Dirt is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mountain bike race series celebrating Dirt. Community. Oklahoma. We host competitive, timed XC races across Oklahoma, with divisions for all ages and skill levels. A core part of our mission is Kids Kup, our youth program for riders 12 & under that helps grow the next generation of Oklahoma cyclists. As the longest‑running mountain bike series in the U.S., Tour de Dirt is proud to support local trails, riders, and communities across our state.

How to Race All Kids Kup racers are required to make a one‑time $5 purchase for a season race plate with an integrated timing chip (replacements only needed if lost or damaged). Please note: this purchase is separate from race registration. 👉 Buy your plate here: Series Race Plate

We are here for you! Our Kids Kup team is here to support your family every step of the way on race day. From check‑in to the starting line to celebrating at the finish, our volunteers and staff are ready to guide your rider, answer questions, and make sure the experience feels smooth, safe, and fun. We’re here to help your young racer shine.

We’re proud that the 2026 Kids Kup series is sponsored by Al’s Bicycles Edmond , a shop deeply committed to youth cycling and the strong‑body, stronger‑mind values that make this program special. Their support helps us create more opportunities for young riders across Oklahoma.

Parents can cheer from the sidelines while the kids' race, explore, and make new friends in a supportive, high‑energy environment. And to make the morning even better, Bike Club OKC will be serving breakfast, so families can fuel up together before the action begins. This year’s Kids Kup race series delivers experiences designed specifically for our young riders, giving them fun, confidence‑building moments at every stop.

Join us for a big finish, big smiles, and a big celebration of our young riders. Let’s close out the season at Lake Arcadia with a finale they’ll never forget.