Velo-city 2026 – Global Cycling Summit
The global cycling mobility summit returns to Italy, in Rimini
About Velo-city 2026
Velo-city returns to Italy after 35 years
From June 16 to 19, 2026, the Rimini Palacongressi becomes the world capital of cycling by hosting Velo-city, the benchmark annual summit on cycling and active mobility promoted by the European Cyclists' Federation (ECF). This is the first time the summit returns to Italy after the 1991 edition: a choice that rewards Rimini's transformation from a car-centric city to a people-oriented one, in the heart of the Province of Rimini and Emilia-Romagna.
An event of record numbers
The conference brings together over 1,500 delegates from more than 60 countries: administrators, urban planners, politicians, academics, activists, and industry professionals. The scientific program includes over 80 sessions and around 400 international speakers, structured around the guiding theme «Delivering the Urban Dream», i.e., how to build more livable, green, and inclusive cities through active mobility.
The five thematic areas
- Built to Inspire — designing beautiful and functional urban environments;
- Cycling for Life — promoting healthy and active lifestyles;
- Multimodality — integration between different transport systems;
- Travel Reimagined — tourism and sustainability as drivers of development;
- Good Vibes — social inclusion and just transition.
Not just a conference: the city on two wheels
Velo-city doesn't stay confined within the conference halls. The most anticipated moment is the Bike Parade on Wednesday, June 17, open not only to delegates but also to citizens and visitors: a collective ride of about 10 km through the historic center, Borgo San Giuliano, and the seafront. The Bike Village comes alive at Parco Fellini, with music, food trucks, and areas dedicated to road safety, where the festival meets the city and the public.
Who is organizing
The event is promoted by the European Cyclists' Federation together with the Municipality of Rimini, VisitRimini, the FIAB (Italian Federation for Environment and Bicycle), and the Italian Exhibition Group, with AIM Group International as the congress provider. An opportunity to position Rimini and the entire Emilia-Romagna region on the international map of sustainable mobility.
Velo-city 2026 — edition 2026
The first Italian edition of Velo-city in 35 years will take place at the Rimini Palacongressi from June 16 to 19, 2026. Four days of international discussion on cycling mobility, with a rich scientific program and a packed schedule of events open to the city.
Programme Velo-city 2026 2026
Conference — June 16-19, 2026 (Rimini Palacongressi)
The scientific program includes over 80 sessions and around 400 international speakers, with over 1,500 delegates from more than 60 countries. All works revolve around the theme «Delivering the Urban Dream» and are divided into five thematic areas:
- Built to Inspire — designing beautiful and functional urban environments;
- Cycling for Life — healthy and active lifestyles;
- Multimodality — integration between different transport systems;
- Travel Reimagined — tourism and sustainability as drivers of development;
- Good Vibes — social inclusion and just transition.
Bike Parade — Wednesday, June 17, 7 PM
- Start: Lucio Battisti roundabout;
- Route: approximately 10 km through the historic center, Borgo San Giuliano, and Viale Pascoli;
- Finish: Piazzale Fellini.
The ride is open not only to delegates but also to citizens and visitors.
Bike Village — Parco Fellini
- Hours: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM;
- Live music, food trucks, and areas dedicated to road safety.
The full program is published on the official website velo-city-conference.com.
Highlights Velo-city 2026 2026
- First Italian edition of Velo-city in 35 years;
- Theme «Delivering the Urban Dream»;
- Over 1,500 delegates, 80 sessions, and 400 international speakers;
- City Bike Parade on Wednesday, June 17;
- Bike Village at Parco Fellini with music and food trucks.
Prices Velo-city 2026 2026
Practical information — Velo-city 2026
Where
Rimini Palacongressi, Via della Fiera 23, 47923 Rimini (RN). The Bike Parade starts from the Lucio Battisti roundabout and the Bike Village is set up at Parco Fellini.
How to get there
By train: Rimini station is a few minutes from the Palacongressi, reachable on foot or by bike. By car: Rimini Sud exit of the A14 highway. By plane: Rimini «Federico Fellini» Airport, or Bologna Airport with a train connection.
Registration
Conference registration is open on the official website, with reduced rates for super early birds, discounts for speakers and moderators, concessions for non-profits and startups, and a group registration option. The Bike Parade and Bike Village are open events for the public.
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Where does it take place — Velo-city 2026
Palacongressi di Rimini
Via della Fiera 23, 47923 Rimini