Cicloevento – International Cycling Fair
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Local produce Innovation

Cicloevento – International Cycling Fair

The great bike fair in Cesenatico, on the eve of the Nove Colli

Cesenatico — Forlì-Cesena (040) Since 1996
Dates 22 May — 23 May 2026
Location Cesenatico (040)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Cicloevento

Cicloevento is the international cycling fair that every spring transforms the center of Cesenatico, on the Romagna Riviera, into a large village dedicated to cycling. Exhibitors from all over the world, technological previews, tests, activities for children, and live music animate Piazza Andrea Costa and Viale Carducci in the days preceding the famous Nove Colli Granfondo. Free entry for enthusiasts and families, just a few meters from the sea.

Cicloevento, the bike festival on the Romagna Riviera

Every spring, on the eve of the legendary Nove Colli Granfondo, the center of Cesenatico (Province of Forlì-Cesena, Emilia-Romagna) transforms into an immense village dedicated to two wheels. Cicloevento – International Cycling Fair is one of the most anticipated sector events in Italy: an open-air event, completely free, which for almost thirty years has attracted enthusiasts, amateur cyclists, and operators from all over Europe.

An international showcase just a stone's throw from the sea

The fair occupies the heart of the city, from Piazza Andrea Costa to the central stretch of Viale Carducci and the first part of Viale Roma, over an area of more than 20,000 square meters. Dozens of national and international companies present bicycles, components, helmets, glasses, saddles, technical clothing, sports supplements, and the latest technological solutions for cycling. It's an opportunity to see the latest products from major brands up close, test the newest models, and interact with industry leaders.

The link with the Nove Colli

Cicloevento is inextricably linked to the Nove Colli International Granfondo, the historic amateur cycling race that starts from Cesenatico and crosses the hills of the Romagna hinterland. During the fair days, the "race village" is held, with the delivery of race packages to thousands of participants arriving from dozens of nations, transforming the seaside town into a European capital of cycle tourism.

Not just an exhibition

In addition to the stands, Cicloevento offers a rich entertainment program: live music, fun and educational activities for children with the "BicicletTiAmo" space, mechanical checks, and many free initiatives. An event designed not only for specialists but also for families and those who want to discover the world of cycling in a festive atmosphere, with the Adriatic Sea as a backdrop.

A tradition that has lasted since 1996

Born in 1996, the fair has grown edition after edition to become a benchmark for Italian and European cycle tourism, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. For the Municipality of Cesenatico and for all of Romagna, it is an identity event, capable of uniting sporting passion, technological innovation, and tourist hospitality.

Cicloevento — edition 2026

The 30th edition of Cicloevento celebrated the fair's anniversary on May 22 and 23, 2026, on the eve of the Granfondo Nove Colli. Fifty exhibiting companies animated Piazza Andrea Costa and Viale Carducci with the main brands in the sector, featuring tests, activities for children, free mechanical checks, and live music, in front of over 20,000 visitors.

The 2026 edition of Cicloevento marked a special milestone: the fair's 30th anniversary, which began in 1996. The event took place on Friday, May 22, and Saturday, May 23, 2026, in the center of Cesenatico, covering an area of over 20,000 square meters between Piazza Andrea Costa, Viale Carducci, and Viale Roma. Fifty exhibiting companies, representing the leading cycling brands, presented bicycles, accessories, components, technical clothing, and supplements, while over 20,000 people thronged the village over the two days preceding the Nove Colli Granfondo.

Programme Cicloevento 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026

  • From 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM — Fair opening: exhibition stands of the 50 sector brands (including Carrera, Colnago, Canyon, Specialized, Somec, Gobik), display of bicycles, accessories, and cycling technologies.
  • "Race Village" with race package collection for Nove Colli Granfondo participants.
  • "BicicletTiAmo" space: cycling courses and trials for children and teenagers, organized with Crer.
  • Free mechanical check offered by Canyon.
  • 8:30 PM — Concert by the Retromarching Band.

Saturday, May 23, 2026

  • From 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM — Exhibitions, tests, entertainment, and family activities continue.
  • Free entertainment initiatives, with the presence of former champions and personalities from the cycling world.

The event served as a prelude to the Nove Colli International Granfondo, scheduled for Sunday with departure from Cesenatico.

Highlights Cicloevento 2026

Celebrations for the fair's 30th anniversary, 50 exhibitors with major international brands, the evening concert by the Retromarching Band, the "BicicletTiAmo" kids' area, and the Nove Colli "race village."

Prices Cicloevento 2026

Free admission for both days of the fair.

Practical information — Cicloevento

How to get there

By train: Cesenatico station is on the Ferrara-Rimini line, a few minutes' walk from the exhibition center. By car: take the Cesena exit from the A14 motorway, then the E45 highway and follow signs for Cesenatico. By plane: Rimini-Miramare Airport and Forlì Airport are the closest; Bologna Airport is about an hour away.

Admission and opening hours

Admission is completely free. The fair takes place in Piazza Andrea Costa and along Viale Carducci, opening on Friday from morning until late evening and on Saturday from morning to evening.

Information

Official website: cicloevento.it — email [email protected]. It is advisable to book accommodation in advance: during the Nove Colli weekend, hotels in Cesenatico and the Riviera are in high demand.

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Where does it take place — Cicloevento

Piazza Andrea Costa e Viale Carducci

Piazza Andrea Costa, 47042 Cesenatico

Contact Cicloevento

Tel
+39 335 7356142

Cicloevento in brief

Gastronomy Local produce Innovation Family Children Sport Cycling Outdoor Free International Forlì-Cesena

History of Cicloevento