Trexlertown, PA — February 13, 2026 — The Valley Preferred Cycling Center (VPCC), North America’s premier outdoor velodrome, today announced its 2026 racing schedule, marking the organization’s landmark 50th Anniversary season. Headlining the summer calendar is the beloved Friday Nights Under the Lights professional racing series—an electrifying blend of world-class competition and family-friendly entertainment that has defined summer in the Lehigh Valley for generations.
From May through August, Friday nights at T-Town will once again feature elite international track cycling alongside kid-focused activities including fun games, bounce houses, community celebrations, and themed race nights—all culminating in a season-long celebration of five decades of racing history.
Friday Nights Under the Lights — 50th Anniversary Professional Series
May 29 — 50th Anniversary Celebration & Fireworks
Mike Walter Madison + Becky Quinn Points Race
June 5 — Fastest Woman/Man on Wheels (Sprint Tournament – UCI June 4,5,6)
June 12 — BRL All-Stars Keirin
June 19 — Nicole Reinhart Women’s Classic
June 26 — Golden Wheel Race (Handicap)
July 3 — American Classic (Omnium)
July 10 — Artie Greenberg Memorial (5-Mile / 10-Mile)
July 17 — Keirin Cup & Madison
July 24 — USA Cycling Junior Track Championships Week (July 23–27)
July 31 — T-Town Showdown & Track Records Night
August 7 — Tandemonium & Corporate Challenge
August 14 — Madison Cup Finale
“Friday Nights Under the Lights is where elite sport meets community celebration,” said Gary Thornton, Executive Director of the Valley Preferred Cycling Center. “Our 50th season honors the champions, families, and fans who built this tradition—and invites a new generation to experience the excitement of track cycling at T-Town.”
Tuesday Jim Young Race Series
VPCC’s grassroots racing tradition continues Tuesday evenings, providing competitive opportunities for developing and regional riders across categories (Cat 1,2,3, Men/Women + Juniors 18 & Under):
May: 12, 19, 26
June: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
July: 7, 14, 21
August: 4, 11
Saturday Masters & Juniors Racing
Saturday programs support the sport’s pipeline, featuring junior development racing and masters competition (Masters, Cat 4/5 M; Cat 4/5 Women; Juniors):
May: 16, 23, 30
June: 6, 13, 20, 27
July: 11, 18
August: 1, 8
A 50th Season Celebration
The 2026 season celebrates the Velodrome’s legacy as a training ground for Olympians, world champions, and national champions while remaining a vibrant community hub. Over five decades, more than 20,000 youth and adults have participated in VPCC development programs, establishing T-Town as the heart of American track cycling.
Opening Night on May 29 will launch the anniversary season with professional racing, special recognitions, and fireworks—honoring the people and partnerships that shaped the facility’s history.
Full event details, tickets, and updates will be available at thevelodrome.com.
About the Valley Preferred Cycling Center
The Valley Preferred Cycling Center in Trexlertown, Pennsylvania, is the premier outdoor velodrome in North America and a cornerstone of U.S. track cycling development. Since 1976, the facility has hosted Olympic-level competition, national championships, and community cycling programs that inspire riders of all ages.
Information provided to TVL by:
Jake Burns
