TOUR DE BRISBANE

Location: QLD
Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026

The Tour de Brisbane transforms Queensland's capital into a cyclist's paradise, offering a rare opportunity to experience the city's most iconic routes completely free of traffic. From the Story Bridge to hidden busways and tunnels, this event combines world-class urban riding with meaningful impact - supporting vital heart and lung disease research through The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation.

The event delivers both serious competition, as a UCI Gran Fondo World Series qualifier, and inclusive community participation across multiple distances. Whether you're chasing World Championship qualification or enjoying a family day out, you'll experience Brisbane's landmarks from an entirely new perspective.

Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026

Location: Brisbane Showgrounds, Gregory Terrace

Event Type: Multi-distance urban cycling festival

Distance Options:

Long Ride (UCI Gran Fondo): 110km

  • UCI World Championship qualifier
  • Elite competition opportunity

Medium Ride: 80km

  • Perfect for committed cyclists
  • Comprehensive city circuit

Short Ride: 50km

  • Ideal for recreational cyclists
  • Key landmark experience

Big Family Ride: 10km

  • Free community participation
  • Family-friendly route

Experience Brisbane like never before on completely closed roads, featuring multiple river crossings including the iconic Story Bridge. The course weaves through the city's most distinctive infrastructure - busways, freeways, and tunnels typically closed to cyclists. Each distance showcases Brisbane's evolution as a world-class cycling city while embracing its unique subtropical lifestyle.

Long Ride (110km): $277

  • UCI Gran Fondo World Series qualification opportunity
  • Born 2006 or earlier for UCI qualification

Medium Ride (80km): $177

  • Born 2010 or earlier
  • E-bikes welcome

Short Ride (50km): $128

  • Born 2012 or earlier
  • All bike types welcome

Big Family Ride: Free

  • Children 8+ can ride independently
  • Under 7s welcome with parent supervision

Registration includes event support, timing chip, and finisher's medal.

Feed Stations & Facilities

  • Four fully-stocked feed stations along the course:
  • UQ Lakes Station (15.4km)
  • Pioneer Belz Park (44.8km)
  • Links Avenue North (64.8km)
  • Grey Gum Picnic Area (96.4km)
  • All stations feature toilet facilities
  • Hydration and nutrition products available
  • Trained volunteers at each location

Event Village Services

  • Secure bag storage adjacent to Registration
  • Designated team tent areas (pre-booking required)
  • Medical support team
  • Mechanical assistance
  • Post-event recovery zone
  • Event Organiser: Nxsports
  • Email: tourdebrisbane@nxsports.org
  • Website: tourdebrisbane.org
  • Instagram: @tourdebrisbane
  • Facebook: /tourdebrisbane

By Car

  • From Gold Coast: 1 hour via M1 (80 km)
  • From Sunshine Coast: 1.5 hours via M1 (100 km)
  • From Toowoomba: 2 hours via Warrego Highway (125 km)

Parking:

  • RNA Showgrounds parking available (pre-booking recommended)
  • King Street precinct parking
  • Secure bike parking in event village

By Public Transport

  • Exhibition Station: Direct access to event village
  • Regular services from:
  • Brisbane CBD (5 minutes)
  • Gold Coast (1.5 hours)
  • Sunshine Coast (2 hours)
  • Special early morning services for participants

By Air

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE): 15km from start line
  • Regular domestic and international flights
  • Airport transfers available
  • Direct Airtrain to Exhibition Station
  • Gold Coast Airport (OOL): 1.5 hours via M1
  • Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY): 1.5 hours via M1

Make it a weekend and explore Brisbane's subtropical lifestyle, from morning rides to evening entertainment. The city offers accommodation options for all budgets, from riverside luxury hotels to family-friendly apartments.

City Highlights

Howard Smith Wharves

  • Brisbane's premier dining precinct
  • Craft brewery and restaurants
  • Event after-party location
  • Spectacular river views

South Bank Parklands

  • Streets Beach lagoon
  • Cultural precinct
  • Weekend markets
  • Family-friendly activities

Cycling-Specific

Mt Coot-tha

  • Brisbane's premier cycling climb
  • Popular training routes
  • Cafe at summit
  • Botanical Gardens at base

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

  • Perfect for recovery rides
  • Australia's longest rail trail
  • Scenic countryside views
  • Multiple access points

Recovery Activities

New Farm Park

  • Riverside relaxation
  • Popular picnic spot
  • Weekend farmers markets
  • Brisbane Powerhouse cultural events

City Botanic Gardens

  • Heritage gardens
  • River walks
  • Morning yoga classes
  • Guided tours available

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