From 2 to 7 October 2026, the excitement will extend far beyond the race route. Municipalities, local associations and destination organisations are preparing a variety of activities to bring the 2026 UEC Road European Championships to life along the course.
Join the fans, watch the races on big screens, enjoy local events and concerts, and experience the Championships beyond the race itself.
The official fan zone on Pipanova cesta will be the main gathering point for fans. Visitors will be able to follow the races live on a large LED screen, while more than 30 local associations, craftspeople, entrepreneurs and other local providers will showcase their activities, products and services.
Visitors can also enjoy local cuisine and homemade specialities, presentations of cycling equipment and services, as well as activities for children and families, including face painting, sports and fun games.
Šenčur Cycling Club will host a fan zone offering food and drinks, a large screen for watching the races and a programme for younger visitors.
Visitors will be able to watch the races on a large screen, enjoy food and drinks, and take advantage of plenty of opportunities to socialise and cheer together.
Visitors will be able to watch the races on a large screen, enjoy food and drinks, and take advantage of plenty of opportunities to socialise and cheer together.
A fan zone will be set up in Možjanca, featuring a large screen for watching the races and a food and drink area. Visitors will be able to enjoy štruklji, doughnuts, hearty spoon dishes and a varied selection of drinks. Fan merchandise will also be available for purchase at a dedicated stand.
A fan zone with a large screen, tent and food and drink service will be set up in Zaplata. Visitors will be able to gather together and cheer on the cyclists along the route.
The fan zone will be open on Saturday, 3 October; Sunday, 4 October; Tuesday, 6 October; and Wednesday, 7 October 2026.
Visitors will also be able to join the Championships atmosphere at the organised fan zone by Stadion Loka.
An additional fan area will be set up in the historic surroundings of Spodnji trg, offering a place to gather and enjoy the cycling action.
The official fan zone at Slovenski trg will offer live race coverage on a large screen, with DJ Recycleman providing the music. Younger visitors will be able to test their cycling skills on a children’s pump track and enjoy face painting. Krgo servis will be available for minor bicycle repairs and basic servicing, while a food and drink offering will complete the fan experience.
The Velesovo Football Centre will host fan activities with food and drinks, while Ansambel Štefanci will provide live music in the evening.
The official fan zone at Slovenski trg will offer live race coverage on a large screen, with Duo Vagabunda providing the music. Younger visitors will be able to test their cycling skills on a children’s pump track and enjoy face painting. Krgo servis will be available for minor bicycle repairs and basic servicing, while a food and drink offering will complete the fan experience.
As the cyclists pass through Komenda, a fan point will be set up alongside the route, where visitors can watch the race and cheer on the riders.
The fan programme will continue on Sunday. Alongside food and drinks, visitors can enjoy live music by Ober’s Band.
A 1:10 scale model of the COLNAGO Y1Rs, based on the bike ridden by Tadej Pogačar when he became World Champion in Rwanda in 2025, will be on display at the Slovenia in Miniature Museum.
It is one of only four such models in the world. The model was created by Italian model maker and former cyclist Eddy Scquizzato, who began model making during the Covid-19 pandemic.
More information: https://www.slovenija-v-malem.com/
From 2 to 7 October, Dvor Castle and other locations will host Baroque and Medieval Days, performances, guided castle tours, a fashion show, music events, DJ parties, vintage cyclists and other accompanying activities. Visitors will also be able to discover Turn Castle and the story of Josipina Turnograjska, visit Kokl Beekeeping, and take part in a variety of tastings and experiences.
More information: https://www.visitpreddvor.si/si/kaj-poceti/kolesarski-utrip-preddvora/
The first day of competition will be symbolically opened by children from Šenčur Primary School together with children from the Sončki Association. Their joint performance will open the way for the riders in the first race of the Championships, connecting the event with the local community, inclusion and future generations.
The first race, the Women’s U23 road race, will start at 9:00.
The opening race day in Šenčur will continue after the racing is over, with Zvita Feltna providing the evening entertainment at the main fan zone.
The Women’s Elite road race will begin with a special ceremonial programme. Before the riders head onto the course, all participating national teams will be presented, while the energetic rhythms of The Stroj, together with the Ljubljana majorettes, will accompany the riders towards the start.
Following a ceremonial address by the Mayor, Europe’s best female cyclists will begin their race at 13:30.
Saturday’s programme at the main fan zone will continue with an evening of live music. Ansambel Svizci will entertain fans of traditional Slovenian folk music.
Before the start, all participating national teams will be presented, while The Stroj and the Ljubljana majorettes will accompany the riders towards the start.
Following a ceremonial address by the Mayor, the Men’s Elite road race will begin at 12:30.
The forest beside the race route will host the art installation Dreams of the Forest, created by Simon Skalar and Irena Gayatri Horvat. The project was conceived in response to the June storm that severely damaged forests in the Klanec area.
Silk graphics featuring tree motifs will be installed among the trees, accompanied by original music by Simon Skalar. The movement of the materials, light, sound and natural surroundings will come together to create a distinctive visual and audio experience, while reflecting on the changes left behind by time and the power of nature.
Choose your fan spot and be part of the European cycling atmosphere.
The accompanying programme is subject to change. For the latest information on times, locations and activities, please also check the official channels of the relevant destination or event organiser before your visit.
