A Holiday Message from Berkeley Bike Club: Looking Ahead to the 2026 Berkeley Omnium

2026 Berkeley Omnium Title Sponsor

As the year winds down and the holiday season settles in, bikes get cleaned, lights go up, and many of us swap race numbers for festive sweaters. But while winter is a time to slow down, it’s also when big ideas take shape and we’re excited to share what’s coming in 2026.

The Berkeley Omnium has always been more than a race weekend. It’s a celebration of Bay Area cycling, built by riders, volunteers, teams, and local small businesses who care deeply about the sport and the community around it. And as we look toward 2026, that spirit matters more than ever.

What’s Coming in 2026

The 2026 Berkeley Omnium brings together everything that makes Berkeley racing special:

  • The legendary Berkeley Hills Road Race — steeped in history, grit, and unforgettable finishes

  • The return of the Berkeley Streets Criterium — fast, technical, and electric for racers and spectators alike

  • Equal cash prizes for men and women — because equity isn’t optional

  • Strong junior and collegiate support — investing in the next generation of cyclists

  • Local small-business partnerships — keeping the cycling ecosystem thriving close to home

Every decision we make is guided by one goal: improving the Berkeley Omnium while giving back to junior development and supporting local cycling-related small businesses.

A Community Effort

The holidays are about gratitude, and we want to say thank you—to the volunteers who give their time, the sponsors who believe in local racing, the teams who show up year after year, and the riders who make these roads come alive.


Berkeley Omnium exists because of community buy-in. It’s not just about who stands on the podium, but about creating opportunities, memories, and momentum that last long after race weekend.


Winter Miles, Spring Goals

Whether you’re logging quiet winter base miles, grinding it out on the trainer, or just starting to dream about pinning on a number again, consider this your early holiday reminder:

2026 is closer than you think.

Build steady. Support local. Bring your teammates. And get ready to line up in Berkeley for a race weekend that reflects what this community stands for.

From all of us—happy holidays, and we can’t wait to see you in 2026.

Ka Lun Chan