GFNY Villavicencio set for April 25, 2027

New York City, June 17, 2026  – GFNY is returning to Colombia with GFNY Villavicencio on April 25, 2027. The event will feature a competitive long-distance race of 109 km with 1,308 meters of elevation gain and a recreational medium-distance race of 76 km with 506 meters of climbing.

The race marks GFNY’s return to one of the world’s most passionate cycling nations. GFNY was the first organization to stage a mass-participation cycling race in Colombia in 2015, helping introduce the international gran fondo format to the country. Since then, Colombian riders have become a prominent part of the global GFNY community, both at home and at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC.

“GFNY simply has to have a race in Colombia,” said GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “The passion for cycling here is unmatched. Colombia has played a huge role in GFNY’s growth, from our early races in the country to the thousands of Colombian riders who have raced with us around the world and in New York City. In my experience, Colombia stands alongside Italy and Belgium as one of the great cycling nations. Villavicencio is the perfect place for our return after a three-year absence, and it is only the beginning of our renewed commitment to Colombia.”

Located at the foothills of the Andes and known as the gateway to Colombia’s eastern plains, Villavicencio offers a unique blend of mountain landscapes, open roads, year-round warm weather, and rich llanero culture. The region is renowned for its traditions of cattle ranching, music, gastronomy, and hospitality, making it an attractive destination for cyclists and their families alike.

The race will start and finish at Parque Las Malocas, one of Villavicencio’s most iconic cultural venues. Riders on the long course will traverse the fast roads of the Meta department before taking on the climb to Puerto de Buenavista, one of the region’s most challenging and scenic ascents. Combining smooth pavement, rolling terrain, sustained climbing, and spectacular views, GFNY Villavicencio delivers an authentic Colombian cycling experience through the heart of llanero country.

Website: villavicencio.gfny.com

About GFNY

GFNY is an international cycling organization that designs, owns, and operates a structured system of races worldwide. Its competitive hierarchy connects GFNY races with National and Continental Championships, culminating in the GFNY World Championship in New York City. This progression is known as the GFNY Road to NYC.

GFNY events feature fully timed racing with age-group competition and are open to a wide range of riders, combining competitive structure with accessible participation. GFNY operates its own integrated registration, results, and ranking system, maintaining direct relationships with participants across all events. While road cycling is its foundation, GFNY also operates select events in gravel, mountain bike, and running within the same competitive framework.

Website: gfny.com

About the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City

The Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is GFNY’s flagship event and the final stage of the GFNY Course to NYC. Held annually on a challenging road course in and around New York City, it brings together riders from more than 90 countries.

Website: nyc.gfny.com

GFNY Pro Series

The GFNY Pro Series is GFNY’s professional racing platform, built around an integrated Pro–Am format in which UCI-sanctioned professional races are held on the same courses and weekends as GFNY mass-participation events. The format was pioneered at Gran Premio New York City and is expanding selectively to additional locations, including Gran Premio Cozumel, subject to UCI approval.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Villavicencio Video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,