The premier criterium racing series in the United States returns for a historic milestone. The American Criterium Cup (ACC) proudly kicks off its 5th anniversary season on Friday, June 5, 2026, with the high-octane McNellie’s Blue Dome Criterium, a headlining event of the legendary Saint Francis Tulsa Tough.
Brought to life on wide, lightning-fast city streets, the Blue Dome Criterium will showcase the unmatched excitement, explosive power, and razor-sharp tactical riding of the best criterium racers in the nation, alongside elite international competitors traveling from around the globe. Fans can expect a thrilling bowtie-shaped, eight-corner course where racers sustain speeds upwards of 30 to 40 mph, battling elbow-to-elbow just inches from the barriers.
The opening night of the 2026 series sets a high-stakes stage as teams and individual riders fight to claim the ultimate early-season bragging rights. Fans and competitors alike are eager to see who will navigate the chaos to become the first riders of the season to don the prestigious MuMu Overall Leader’s Jersey and the Davis Phinney Foundation’s Sprint Leader’s Jersey.
For an in-depth dive into the teams, riders, and storylines shaping this highly anticipated six-race summer series, read the full, comprehensive 2026 season preview penned by professional rider, coach, and journalist Zach Nehr on the American Criterium Cup Blog.
How to Watch & Follow:
Cycling fans across the world don’t have to miss a single second of the action.
- Live Broadcast: Catch the speed and adrenaline live from your screen! Watch the action unfold via the YouTube Livestream on Friday evening.
- Real-Time Updates: Don’t miss a single second of the action or the photo finishes. Stay connected with behind-the-scenes content, race coverage and results all day long by following the official Instagram account: @americancritcup.
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of American bike racing. The chase for the crown begins tonight in Tulsa!
About the American Criterium Cup
The American Criterium Cup is a six-race, season-long national points championship platforming the fastest, most spectator-friendly discipline in American cycling. Elevated by dedicated professional fields and a robust Renaissance Financial Junior Series, the ACC brings spine-tingling energy, massive community block parties, and elite athletic competition to major downtown corridors across the United States.
