**2026 Orange Velodrome Schedule: The Ultimate Guide**
The 2026 Olympic Games in Paris will be held at the iconic Orange Velodrome, which is set to host numerous exciting events throughout the competition. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed schedule for all the major cycling races and activities that will take place at this world-class venue.
### **Day 1: Opening Ceremony (Sunday, July 4)**
- **9:00 AM - 5:00 PM:** General public admission
- **7:00 PM:** Closing ceremony
### **Day 2: Cycling Events (Monday, July 5)**
#### **Cycling Track Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's track events (individual pursuit, team sprint, omnium)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's track events (individual pursuit, team sprint, omnium)
#### **Mountain Bike Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's mountain bike events (cross-country, downhill, time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's mountain bike events (cross-country, downhill, time trial)
#### **Road Cycling Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
#### **Track Relay Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Mixed relay events (men and women)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's relay events
### **Day 3: Cycling Events (Tuesday, July 6)**
#### **Cycling Track Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's track events (team pursuit, scratch race, points race)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's track events (team pursuit, scratch race, points race)
#### **Mountain Bike Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's mountain bike events (time trial, super cross, individual cross)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's mountain bike events (time trial, super cross, individual cross)
#### **Road Cycling Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
#### **Track Relay Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Mixed relay events (men and women)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's relay events
### **Day 4: Cycling Events (Wednesday, July 7)**
#### **Cycling Track Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's track events (individual pursuit, team sprint, omnium)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's track events (individual pursuit, team sprint, omnium)
#### **Mountain Bike Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's mountain bike events (cross-country, downhill, time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's mountain bike events (cross-country, downhill, time trial)
#### **Road Cycling Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
#### **Track Relay Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Mixed relay events (men and women)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's relay events
### **Day 5: Cycling Events (Thursday, July 8)**
#### **Cycling Track Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's track events (team pursuit, scratch race, points race)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's track events (team pursuit, scratch race, points race)
#### **Mountain Bike Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's mountain bike events (time trial, super cross, individual cross)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's mountain bike events (time trial, super cross, individual cross)
#### **Road Cycling Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Men's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's road bicycle events (criterium, individual time trial, team time trial)
#### **Track Relay Events**
- **8:00 AM - 11:00 AM:** Mixed relay events (men and women)
- **12:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Women's relay events
### **Additional Events**
- **Saturday, July 10:** Closing ceremonies
- **Friday, July 9:** Parade of Nations
### **Venue Overview**
The Orange Velodrome is a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity of 10,000 spectators. It features multiple tracks for different disciplines, including indoor velodromes, outdoor velodromes, and multi-purpose arenas. The venue is equipped with cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art lighting systems to ensure optimal viewing conditions for athletes and spectators alike.
### **Conclusion**
The 2026 Olympic Games at the Orange Velodrome offer a unique opportunity for cyclists from around the world to compete against each other on some of the most challenging courses available. With its impressive facilities and diverse range of events, the Orange Velodrome is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for all those who attend.