GFNY Cali is set for July 25, 2027

New York City, July 21, 2026  – GFNY continues its expansion in Colombia with the launch of GFNY Cali, scheduled for July 25, 2027. The event will feature a competitive long-distance race and a recreational medium-distance race, offering cyclists from around the world the opportunity to experience one of Latin America’s most vibrant cycling destinations.

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 in Colombia and at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC.

“Colombia has always held a special place in GFNY’s history,” said Uli Fluhme, CEO of GFNY. “The passion for cycling here is unmatched. Cali is one of the great cycling cities of Latin America, surrounded by spectacular terrain and home to a deep sporting culture. With its iconic climbs and rich cycling tradition, Cali is a perfect addition to the GFNY calendar.”

Known as the Salsa Capital of the World, Cali is nestled between the Andes and the Cauca Valley in southwestern Colombia. The city offers visitors a unique blend of culture, gastronomy, nightlife, outdoor adventure, and year-round warm weather. Beyond its famous music and dance scene, the region surrounding Cali is renowned among cyclists for its mountain roads, rolling countryside and sugar cane fields.

The event will start and finish at Centro Comercial Chipichape. Riders will roll out through the heart of the city before heading onto the fast roads of the Cauca Valley. The defining challenge of the long course awaits in the mountains, where the legendary ascent from Mediacanoa toward Lago Calima and El Darién will test riders’ strength, pacing, and determination. The route combines fast valley roads, sustained climbing, panoramic mountain views, and exhilarating descents, delivering an unforgettable cycling experience through one of Colombia’s most beautiful regions.

GFNY Cali is part of the GFNY Road to NYC, a global network of races that culminates at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC. Riders will compete for overall and age-group honors while taking their next step on the road to cycling’s most international championship event.

Website: cali.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.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Cali 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,