Boise’s Signature Summer Event: 39 Years of Speed, Spectacle, and Summer Celebration

Boise’s biggest block party on bikes is back. The Bailey Glasser Boise Twilight Criterium returns to downtown Boise on Saturday, July 11, 2026, marking the 39th running of one of the most iconic criterium races in the nation. For nearly four decades, Twilight has delivered heart‑pounding racing, electric crowds, and an unmistakable Boise vibe—and 2026 promises to be faster, louder, and more unforgettable than ever.

This is the fifth year Bailey Glasser has been the name sponsor of this race. 

A cornerstone of the American Criterium Cup (ACC)—the premier six‑race professional criterium series in the United States—Boise proudly serves as the fourth stop on the national tour. The country’s top professional men and women will descend on Idaho’s capital to battle for critical ACC points and a share of a $500,000 total prize purse, split evenly between the women’s and men’s fields.

“This is the fifth year our law firm of Bailey & Glasser, LLP is sponsoring an event that captures the unique spirit and freedom of Boise,” said Ben Schwartzman, Bailey Glasser partner and Boise native. “Sir Conan Arthur Doyle famously said: ‘When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking.’ We look forward to taking a spin with our local and national riders here in Boise in July. Hail Boise!”

A Full Day of Family Fun, Downtown Energy, and Elite Racing

From morning to midnight, July 11 is packed with can’t‑miss experiences for all ages:

 Kids Ride with Kristin Armstrong, Presented by Lactalis USA – 11:00 AM

Presented by Lactalis USA, the Kids Ride welcomes children ages 3–10 of all ability levels for a once‑in‑a‑lifetime spin on the same closed course raced by Olympians and pros. 

Twilight EXPO Opens – 1:00 PM

Downtown Boise transforms into a festival zone with an expanded Twilight EXPO, featuring local and regional vendors, food trucks, interactive brand activations, a lively beverage garden, and prime viewing of the course. Whether you’re a cycling superfan or just soaking in summer downtown, the EXPO is the place to be.

Girls on the Run 1‑Mile Lap Run – 5:15 PM

Run the course. Feel the energy. Support a cause. The Girls on the Run 1‑Mile Lap Run gives runners 16 and older a rare chance to test their speed on the Twilight circuit while benefiting a powerful local nonprofit. 

Pro Racing Action Heats Up! – Opening Ceremony at 5:45 PM

As the sun sets and the lights snap on, the stars of American criterium racing take over downtown. Expect blistering speeds, razor‑sharp cornering, fearless breakaways, and dramatic finishes as elite women’s and men’s teams fight for victory on Boise’s tight, technical circuit. This is criterium racing at its absolute best.

Generations of fans, racers, volunteers, and sponsors have helped shape the Boise Twilight Criterium into what it is today—a world‑class sporting event with a true hometown heart. The 39th Annual Boise Twilight Criterium continues that legacy on July 11, 2026, bringing together sport, celebration, and community like only Twilight can. Title Sponsor Bailey & Glasser LLP, and Presenting Sponsor Lactalis USA are joined by our sponsors Visit Boise, ICCU, CWI and Micron - all helping us drive impact and create community.

Mark your calendar. Rally your crew. Experience the rush.

For the full race schedule, volunteer opportunities, and event updates, visit the website. The Twilight Criterium is actively seeking new sponsors and partners to help bring this community event to life, join us by reach out to boisetwilightcriterium@gmail.com 

📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026
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