Magic City MTB Race — Virginia Key Bicycle Club
Virginia Key Bicycle Club Presents
2026 Magic City MTB Race — Virginia Key Trails, June 28th 2026
4-Hour Team & Solo Race

The first-ever neon-soaked endurance challenge at Virginia Key Trails. Race for the trails. Race for Miami. Race like it's 1985.

Date Sunday, June 28
Location Virginia Key Trails, Miami
Format 4 Hours
Teams Up to 4 Riders
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★ JUNE 28TH  ·  VIRGINIA KEY TRAILS, MIAMI  ·  4-HOUR ENDURANCE  ·  SOLO & TEAM CATEGORIES  ·  KIDS RACE  ·  NEON KITS ENCOURAGED  ·  BEST DRESSED PRIZES  ·  RIDE FOR THE TRAILS  ·  ★ JUNE 28TH  ·  VIRGINIA KEY TRAILS, MIAMI  ·  4-HOUR ENDURANCE  ·  SOLO & TEAM CATEGORIES  ·  KIDS RACE  ·  NEON KITS ENCOURAGED  ·  BEST DRESSED PRIZES  ·  RIDE FOR THE TRAILS  · 
The Race

Miami's Wildest
MTB Event Yet

Virginia Key is home to one of South Florida's most unique trail systems — raw, winding singletrack just minutes from downtown Miami. Now it's race day. Four hours. Endless laps. One epic finish line.

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4-Hour Format

Complete as many laps as possible in 4 hours. Solo riders battle alone; teams tag-team relay-style to maximize total laps.

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Teams Up to 4

Build your squad of 2, 3, or 4 riders. Expert, Sport, Base, Novice, Female, and Coed team categories available.

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Kids Race Included

Ages 3–11 race their own course. Every kid gets a medal. Starts 1 hour before the main event — a full family day out.

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Virginia Key Trails

Race on the legendary Virginia Key singletrack — a trail system unlike anything else in South Florida.

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Best Dressed Prizes

Neon kits, Hawaiian shirts, and full 80s Vice style are highly encouraged. Costume prizes awarded on the podium.

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100% For the Trails

All proceeds go directly to the Virginia Key Bicycle Club to build and maintain the trails you love riding.

Why This Race

Built for
Miami Riders

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    Miami's Only Urban Jungle MTB Race

    Virginia Key sits between Biscayne Bay and the ocean. You're racing singletrack surrounded by mangroves with the Miami skyline in the backdrop. No other race looks like this.

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    All Levels Welcome

    Novice to Expert, solo to team of four — there's a category for every rider from first-timer to seasoned racer.

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    Community Over Competition

    This is a neighborhood race presented by your local club. Every dollar stays local and goes back into the trails.

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    The 80s Vibes Are Mandatory

    Bring out the neon kit. Dust off the retro BMX. The best dressed tent wins prizes at the podium ceremony.

4
Hours of Racing
20+
Race Categories
3–11
Kids Race Ages
1st
Endurance MTB Race on Virginia Key
Who's Racing

Race Categories

From juniors to veterans, Novice to Expert — there's a class for every rider. Solo categories may be combined if fewer than 3 riders are registered in any category.

Men Novice19–39 · 40–49 · 50+
Men Base19–39 · 40–49 · 50–59 · 60+
Men Sport19–39 · 40–49 · 50–59 · 60+
Men ExpertAges 19–39 & 40+
Women Base19–39 & 40+
Women Sport19–39 & 40+
Women ExpertAll ages
JuniorsAges 12-18r
Team Novice2–4 riders · max 1 Base
Team Base2–4 riders · max 1 Sport
Team Sport2–4 riders · max 1 Expert
Team Expert2–4 riders
Team Female2–4 riders
Team Coed2–4 riders
Ages 3–5Fun ride · Free · Push-bikes OK
Kids 6–81 lap kids course
Kids 9–112 laps kids course

* Class designation is the last class you raced in during the past 5 years.

Registration

Lock In Your Spot

This is a first-year event. Register early to guarantee your entry and help us plan the best possible race day.

Solo Adult
$60

All solo adult categories. Includes race entry, timing, and podium eligibility.

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2-Person Team
$120

Dynamic duo format. Tag-team for 4 hours of shared glory.

Register Team
3-Person Team
$165

Bring the crew. Three riders rotating through 4 hours.

Register Team
4-Person Team
$200

Maximum squad. Four riders, four times the fun.

Register Team
Junior (18 & Under)
$35

Solo junior race entry. Male and Female categories.

Register Junior
Kids Race (Ages 6–11)
$20

All kids 6–11 receive a participation medal. 1st–3rd place announced.

Register Kid
Kids Fun Ride (Ages 3–5)
FREE

Push-bikes and regular bikes welcome. No registration required. Parents ride alongside.

See Day Schedule
⚡ Team Registration is a 2-step process. Step 1: Captain registers the team and pays. Step 2: Captain shares the confirmation email link with each team member to complete their individual info.
This Is Not Optional

Dress the Part

This is Magic City MTB Race. We expect you to show up looking the part. Neon kits, Hawaiian shirts, and full 80s Vice style are highly encouraged — and rewarded.

Neon Kits Hawaiian Shirts 80s Vice Style Retro BMX Pit Bike Sunglasses at Night Pastel Everything

Best Dressed rider and/or tent prizes will be awarded on the podium. Got an 80s BMX or road bike? Bring it out as a pit bike.

Race Day Flow

The Schedule

📍 Virginia Key MTB Trails — Sunday, June 28, 2026
8:30 AM

Kids Race (Ages 6–11)

Boys and Girls 6–8 ride 1 lap. Boys and Girls 9–11 ride 2 laps. Every kid receives a participation medal.

9:15 AM

Racer Meeting

Pre-race briefing for all competitors. Safety, rules, and course overview. Don't be late.

9:30 AM

Main Race Start — Gun Time

Solo and team riders hit the trails. Four hours of glorious chaos begins now.

1:30 PM

Race Finish

Complete your lap before time expires — every lap counts toward your final result.

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Podium Ceremony

Top 3 in each category receive medals. Best Dressed prizes awarded. Celebration ensues.

For the Little Rippers

Kids Race

Bring the whole family. The kids race starts 1 hour before the main event and every child 3–11 goes home with a medal.

Ages 3–5 — Free Fun Ride

Bikes or push-bikes allowed. No training wheels. Parents may walk or ride alongside. No registration required.

Ages 6–8 — 1 Lap Race

Boys and Girls categories. $20 entry. All participants receive medals. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place announced.

Ages 9–11 — 2 Lap Race

Boys and Girls categories. $20 entry. A bigger challenge for the more experienced young riders.

Safety First

Designated volunteers sweep behind all kids to make sure every child finishes safe. For ages 6–11, parents must cheer from the sidelines — no riding along.

Every Dollar Stays Local
All proceeds go to the Virginia Key Bicycle Club to build & maintain the trails you're racing on.

Virginia Key's trails are built and maintained entirely by volunteers. This race is how the club funds new trail construction, repairs, and the long-term health of the trail system. When you race, you're investing in the future of MTB in Miami.

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Got Questions?

FAQ

What skill level do I need to enter?
Any level. There are Novice, Base, Sport, and Expert categories for both solo and team entries. If you've never raced before, the Novice or Base categories are the perfect starting point.
Can solo categories be combined?
Yes — solo categories may be combined if fewer than 3 riders are registered in a particular category. This ensures competitive fields and fair racing for everyone.
How does team registration work?
Team registration is a 2-step process. The team captain registers first, pays, and receives a confirmation email. That email contains a unique link for each team member to complete their own individual registration. Share the link with your crew.
What are the team category rules?
Sport teams may have no more than 1 Expert member. Base teams may have no more than 1 Sport member. Novice teams may have no more than 1 Base member. Category designation is based on the highest class you've raced in during the past 5 years.
Do kids need to register in advance?
Ages 6–11 require a $20 registration. Ages 3–5 ride free with no registration needed — just show up! All kids 3–11 receive a participation medal.
Is the dress code actually enforced?
It's not enforced — but it IS rewarded. Best Dressed individual and tent prizes are awarded on the podium. This is Magic City MTB Race. Bring the neon.
Where do race proceeds go?
100% of proceeds benefit the Virginia Key Bicycle Club, a nonprofit organization. All funds are used to build and maintain the Virginia Key Mountain Bike Trail system.
Where is packet pickup? Is there a pre-ride?
Packet pickup details and pre-ride availability are pending — check virginiakeybicycleclub.org for updates closer to race day.
Don't Miss Out

It's Time to
Ride

June 28th. Virginia Key Trails. The Miami MTB community comes together for the first ever Magic City MTB Race.

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Magic City MTB Race — Presented by the Virginia Key Bicycle Club

Virginia Key Trails, Miami, FL  ·  Sunday, June 28th  ·  A nonprofit event for the trails